Web3 DeFi Manager Jobs in California

Aptos is a people-first blockchain on a mission to help billions of people achieve universal and fair access to decentralized assets in a safe and scalable way.

Founded by some of the original creators and maintainers that researched, designed, and built the Diem blockchain to serve this purpose, we have dedicated several years toward this mission. We believe the open-source Diem technology we have developed is an important foundation of a safe and scalable web3 world where everyone has more equitable opportunities to grow and access financial assets with lower fees and fewer intermediaries.  

Aptos (Ohlone for "The People") encompasses our mission and ethos for why we build.

About The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead the Petra wallet across web extension, web and mobile platforms. You will be responsible for crafting the product strategy and driving towards execution for a dynamic and central component of the Aptos ecosystem. 

This role is a mix of strategy, market research, and entrepreneurship, with an exceptional ability to iteratively drive results. This is an opportunity for someone who is excited by building products that will create innovative solutions for a complex and highly impactful industry. You will be working on a fast-paced, rapidly growing, high-profile project with a significant opportunity for industry-level impact on emerging blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies.

What you'll be doing:

• Create a compelling product vision and strategy for Petra that considers industry trends and innovations, user needs, stakeholder input, company priorities, and product data
• Identify and prioritize new features, projects, and opportunities to create an exciting and engaging wallet experience for our users 
• Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from ideation through requirements, design, development, testing, go-to-market, and subsequent product iteration 
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, design, marketing, and legal to deliver high-quality products quickly and efficiently
• Define and track key product metrics to measure success and drive data-informed decision-making
• Communicating product vision, progress, and challenges to internal and external stakeholders
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for product initiatives.
• Provide clear direction, set priorities, and manage resources effectively to achieve product goals.

What we’re looking for:

• 6+ years of product management in in consumer fintech, with a focus on payments or investing
• Deep understanding of fintech, web3, and DeFi products and ecosystems 
• Experience leading large-scale consumer products 
• Experience taking initiatives and products from conception through launch, managing and end-to-end delivery
• Experience managing multiple projects and initiatives across internal and external teams 
• Strong ability to interpret research and data to dissect industry trends and create actionable insights
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with a proven track record for working well across internal and external teams to influence priorities and drive project execution 
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, Business, or related field; Master’s degree or MBA is a plus.

The base salary range for this full-time position is $173,800-$222,574. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and typical maximum target for new hire salaries for the position of a candidate based in the Bay Area at any level. We do hire exceptionally talented professionals with decades of experience in their field. As such, our range may be higher than what is displayed. Our base salary ranges are determined by experience and location, and we hire at all levels for multiple roles. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location, job-related skills demonstrated during the interviews, working experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in role postings reflect the base salary only and do not include equity, tokens, or benefits.

Our Benefits

• 100% insurance premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents (US Employees)
• Equipment of your choice
• Flexible vacation time, 11 holidays, and floating company days off 
• Competitive Salary
• Equity (RSUs) (US employees)
• Protocol Token Grants
• 401k matching (US Employees)
• Fun and inclusive in-person and digital events

Aptos is committed to diversity in the workplace, and we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not hire on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

We are committed to providing a safe and secure hiring process for all applicants. Unfortunately, there are individuals who may attempt to impersonate Aptos or our employees for fraudulent purposes.To protect yourself, please be aware of the following:

• We will never ask you for payment of any kind during the application or onboarding process, including fees for background checks, training, or equipment.
• We will always communicate with you using our official company email domain.
• We will never request your personal financial information, such as your social security number or bank account details, during the initial application stages or via email or a video/voice call when onboarding.

If you encounter any suspicious activity or requests that seem out of the ordinary, please do not hesitate to report it to us at .