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Job Title: Head of Engineering
Location: New York City / Hybrid
About Inversion:
Inversion is a technology company that develops cutting-edge products and services to enable blockchain-driven business model transformations of legacy businesses. We pursue targeted acquisitions that leverage our blockchain technology to fundamentally transform business models drive significant cost reductions and achieve industry-leading profitability all while maintaining operational continuity in core business functions.
By strategically combining decentralized systems with our disciplined acquisition methodology we disrupt traditional industries and build scalable high-growth and profitable businesses.
We are backed by top-tier investors in crypto and tech. Our team brings deep experience from leading financial institutions and a decade of investing in crypto and technology.
Were at an inflection point where crypto is no longer just experimentalits actionable. At Inversion youll be a pioneer in shaping how blockchain is used to create meaningful impact across industries and proving to the world that like the Internet crypto is a technology that most businesses will adopt to remain competitive.
Learn more on our website and follow us on X and LinkedIn.
Position Overview:
Inversion Labs is seeking a visionary and hands-on Head of Engineering to lead the technical execution and infrastructure buildout behind Inversions Avalanche Layer-1 ecosystem including relevant applications and products user activity and management and beyond. Working closely with the Head of Product the Head of Engineering will architect implement and scale the Inversion ecosystem purpose-built for the real-world user that Inversion acquires on-chain through its private equity strategy.
This role will focus on key initiatives:
Custom Avalanche-Based L1 Development: Leading the design and implementation of secure scalable and sovereign blockchain infrastructure to support Inversions user acquisition strategy.
Application Development and Usage Management: In partnership with the Head of Product building and scaling the Inversion mobile wallet app ensuring seamless onboarding experience and front-end integrated seamlessly to decentralized on-chain back end hosting products with the frictionlessness and UX of Nubank or Robinhood.
Blockchain Infrastructure Deployment: Oversight and connectivity with teams responsible for blockchain infrastructure deployment and integration within the portfolio companies (e.g. Helium Network deployment and migration within an acquired mobile company).
As Head of Engineering you will be responsible for building and managing a high-caliber engineering team selecting and integrating core technologies and ensuring the reliability security and performance of on-chain systems across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Architecture & Execution: Own the end-to-end technical architecture and ensure the scalable and secure implementation of blockchain infrastructure across Inversions portfolio companies.
Engineering Leadership: Build manage and mentor a high-performing engineering team responsible for core infrastructure protocol integrations and on-chain applications.
Blockchain Implementation: Coordinate with the blockchain rip and replace strategy ensuring the integration of blockchain into legacy systems with minimal disruption and maximal efficiency.
On-Chain User Experience: Spearhead the design and development of on-chain user applications that offer seamless onboarding experiences connect to Inversions proprietary blockchain and facilitate the adoption of new products.
Collaboration with Core Product Team: Work closely with the product team to develop and execute the product strategy with a focus on integrating and scaling decentralized solutions for acquired users.
Market Insights & Innovation: Stay ahead of industry trends ensuring that Inversions product offerings are innovative competitive and aligned with the needs of both users and the blockchain ecosystem.
Security & Reliability: Ensure systems meet the highest security standards through rigorous auditing formal verification and continuous monitoring. Implement DevOps and CI/CD best practices to support uptime resilience and deployment velocity.
KPIs & Performance Metrics: Define key product success metrics and ensure continuous tracking reporting and improvement.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a Head of Engineering Engineering Manager or similar role at a fintech or blockchain company.
Strong systems thinking skills and the ability to see and connect the full technical picture.
Proven ability to scale engineering teams and ship secure production-grade systems in high-stakes environments.
Familiarity with stablecoin ecosystems digital wallets and tokenomics.
Experience leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced high-growth environment.
Comfortable navigating both startup speed and enterprise-grade complexity; can lead greenfield development and legacy modernization.
Exceptional leadership communication and ability to foster a culture of technical excellence speed and accountability.
A passion for the intersection of blockchain technology and real-world business applications.
Compensation:
Inversion offers a competitive compensation package including base salary co-invest (equity) and token grants. The role provides significant potential for asymmetric upside especially for individuals who are passionate about driving innovation in the blockchain and investment space.
Why Inversion:
At Inversion you will have the opportunity to work at the cutting edge of blockchain technology transforming real-world businesses and creating scalable ecosystems. Youll be part of a dynamic forward-thinking team that values innovation collaboration and a shared vision of reshaping industries through decentralized solutions. If youre passionate about leading product innovation and driving the blockchain revolution we want to hear from you.
Questions:
Please contact our team at with any questions regarding this position.
Inversion is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion sex pregnancy national origin ancestry citizenship status age marital or partnership status sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability genetic predisposition veteran or military status status as a victim of domestic violence a sex offense or stalking or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring placement promotion termination transfer leave of absence compensation and training. All Inversion employees including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers are required to abide by this policy.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
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