About Us
Sei is the first parallelized layer 1 blockchain. By re-writing the most widely adopted execution environment in Web3, Sei is setting a new standard in blockchain performance and scalability. Apps on Sei benefit from both the performance of web2 and the decentralization and sovereignty of web3. For more detailed information visit Sei's official website.
About the Role
We're looking for a Business Development Lead to drive payments partnerships. This is a high-impact role for someone who knows the payments landscape inside and out. You’ll work directly with Sei Development Foundation leadership, ecosystem teams, and strategic partners to position Sei as a premier chain for payments and settlement.
Responsibilities
Drive strategic partnerships with PSPs, enterprises with payments use cases, banks, middleware providers, and card issuers
Lead high-impact negotiationsfrom initial outreach through diligence, term sheets, and launch
Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Legal, Growth, and Ecosystem teams to align on partnership execution
Track payments trends across regions, verticals, and use cases to inform Sei’s broader growth priorities
Represent Sei externally at industry events, with the press, and across strategic conversations to position Sei as a global settlement layer
What We're Looking For
Experience as a VC investor at a fintech or crypto focused firm
Familiarity with the payments ecosystem
A proven track record of closing complex deals and driving partnerships from concept to execution
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, able to explain technical value propositions to non-technical stakeholders
Analytical instincts and the ability to make data-driven decisions with metrics that drive ecosystem health
High agency, proactive, solutions-oriented, and comfortable working with ambiguity
Nice to haves
Direct experience working with major payments providers or payments startups (e.g., Paypal, Visa, Ramp)
Experience in business development or strategic partnerships
Experience launching or scaling payment-related products
Business Development Lead, Payments at Sei Development Foundation: FAQ
Is the Business Development Lead, Payments role at Sei Development Foundation remote?
Yes — Sei Development Foundation is hiring this Business Development Lead, Payments as a remote role, with a preference for candidates in New York, United States. You can apply from anywhere unless the listing specifies a region.
What skills are required for the Business Development Lead, Payments role at Sei Development Foundation?
This Business Development Lead, Payments role is associated with the following skills and technologies:
- Remote
- Web3
- Engineering
- Non Tech
- Legal
- Business Development
Read the full job description above for the complete list of requirements.
Is the Business Development Lead, Payments role at Sei Development Foundation full-time or contract?
Sei Development Foundation is hiring this Business Development Lead, Payments as a full time position.
How do I apply for the Business Development Lead, Payments role at Sei Development Foundation?
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