Web3 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 a Senior Engineering Lead for our Payments initiatives at Aptos Labs. In this role, you will be responsible for driving the development of cutting-edge payments infrastructure and APIs on top of the Aptos blockchain. You will hire and manage a high-performing team of engineers, collaborate closely with product and business leaders, and help define the future of decentralized payments.

This is a highly technical, hands-on leadership role. We’re looking for someone who combines deep expertise in building payments systems with a strong product sense and a passion for Web3 innovation.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead the design, development, and scaling of payment solutions on the Aptos blockchain
• Build and manage a team of talented engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning
• Partner with Product, BD, and other cross-functional teams to define the roadmap and deliver high-impact solutions
• Define architecture, set technical direction, and ensure high code quality, reliability, and security standards
• Drive execution and delivery, balancing short-term wins with long-term innovation
• Stay current on the evolving Web3 and payments landscape, identifying opportunities for Aptos to lead and differentiate

What We're Looking For:

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, including 4+ years managing engineering teams
• Proven experience designing and building production-grade payments systems or fintech infrastructure
• Strong technical background in backend systems, APIs, and distributed systems
• Deep understanding of payment rails (e.g., ACH, wire, card networks, crypto) and global fintech ecosystemsExperience working in fast-paced, high-growth environments
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills 
• Passion for solving complex problems and building systems from the ground up
• Strong product mindset and the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
• Experience building decentralized, blockchain solutions in fintech or payments 
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Nice to Have

• Experience working with L1 or L2 blockchain platforms
• Familiarity with smart contract platforms and Move (or similar languages)
• Prior experience scaling engineering organizations from early-stage to maturity

The base salary range for this full-time position is $215k - $285k. 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.

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