Web3 Engineering Lead (Snaps Studio)

About the Role The next phase of the MetaMask browser extension will bring transformative new features to the web3 ecosystem, while strengthening the flagship features that empower our users today. Developing these new features within our secure wallet extension framework will be a paradigm shift for wallet users and developers alike. We are looking for highly collaborative engineering leads to drive the development of these wallet extensions. In this role, you will ensure that MetaMask continues to support our mission of democratizing access to the decentralized web. The MetaMask Snaps Studio team is responsible for developing in-house solutions to add new functionality to MetaMask using the Snaps API. It will be composed of sub teams which develop Snaps in particular domains, owning the experience from ideation to execution and maintenance. The Engineering Lead will be responsible for working with recruiting to source and interview members of the engineering team, establishing team engineering practices and culture, and coordinating with many stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery of quality software. To apply for this position, you must have: 3+ years of experience in a people management and engineering leadership role on a team of 10+. Experience managing technical hiring and growth, assisting technical recruiters, and building solid onboarding processes. Experience in engineering leadership roles requiring close collaboration with design, QA and product. Experience with complex dependencies across multiple platforms, API version, and internal and externally-developed modules. Demonstrated interest or experience with blockchain related development and web3 technologies through any of: work experience, hackathons, open source work, personal projects, or similar experiences. Experience creating a Release/Delivery Management practice and associated metrics. Familiarity with agile processes (e.g. Scrum, Kanban) Experience managing engineering projects for quality and time to market. Advocating for and supporting strategies for growing a diverse and inclusive engineering team. Helping establish systems for monitoring the health of our engineering team A passion for our mission and values Proactive and self-driven to be successful working in a remote environment Brings enthusiasm and the hustle to shipping high-quality code Are kind, empathetic, and supportive towards the team Timezone: Ideally between PT and ET, if in EU/UK you are able to have ~4 hours overlap with continental US time zones. Bonus Points: Experience managing a remote-first global engineering team. Great understanding of the Ethereum blockchain and ecosystem. Previous hands-on experience with security and cryptography. Prior experience developing extensions, plugins, or mods of any sort. Prior experience in open source software development. You’re a MetaMask user!