Fractional CTO (AI/Blockchain)
Vacancy Description
We are looking for a skilled CTO to oversee the development of a cutting-edge blockchain-based platform that leverages decentralized GPU computing, AI models, and intelligent agents to create a scalable and transparent environment for AI model training and execution.
Requirements
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5+ years of experience in system architecture or technical leadership roles
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Extensive expertise in blockchain development
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Strong proficiency in Go and a basic understanding of Rust
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Hands-on experience in blockchain protocol design and smart contract architecture
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Deep knowledge of distributed systems, P2P networking, and consensus mechanisms
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Understanding of on-chain/off-chain compute integration principles
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Familiarity with the AI model lifecycle and runtime environments (e.g., ONNX, PyTorch, and Dockerized execution)
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English: Advanced
Would be a plus
- Understanding of cryptographic primitives used in zero-knowledge proofs or TEEs
- Ability to assess performance trade-offs and security implications of different architectural choices
- Experience in early-stage product development
- Familiarity with the Cosmos SDK and Tendermint-based networks
- Experience with generative AI models (e.g., LLMs, diffusion models, RLHF)
- Optimization of AI models for constrained and distributed computing (e.g., TinyML, federated learning)
- Integration of AI computation proofs into blockchain (e.g., zkML)
- Development of AI marketplaces and AI-integrated APIs
Responsibilities
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Contribute to the system architecture vision and ensure alignment with product and technical goals
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Oversee scalable blockchain architecture with the Cosmos SDK and Rust-based smart contracts
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Collaborate with product, AI/ML, backend, DevOps, and customer teams to align architecture with system needs
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Lead design reviews, provide mentorship, and maintain high-quality standards across the technical stack
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Distribute computational workloads between on-chain and off-chain environments for efficiency.
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Define and implement engineering standards for the development team.
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Audit and enhance system performance for AI execution in a Web3 environment.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Social package (24 working days of annual leave and 5 paid sick days)
Flexible working hours
Challenging projects in diverse business domains and a variety of tech stacks
Personal development and professional growth opportunities
Work with talented, ambitious and family-feel team
Educational possibilities: corporate courses, knowledge hubs, and in-house English classes
Compensation for your professional certification & support for your learning activities
Opportunity to choose IT equipment you like
Corporate social responsibility
Would you like to join us?
Please send your resume for our review, and we will be in touch with you soon.