Business Development

New York
Business Development and Partnerships /
Full-time /
On-site
Abacus Works is looking for a Business Development associate to work on Hyperlane, the first permissionless interoperability layer!

The Hyperlane protocol is pioneering permissionless and modular interoperability. Providing developers with an API to connect between blockchains, Hyperlane is the first tool that allows anyone to add interoperability capabilities to any chain, without having to deal with any gatekeeping! Hyperlane's modular security stack means developers can configure and customize their security to their needs, always remaining in control.

Come build the interchain with us!

Learn more at docs.hyperlane.xyz

In this role you will

    • Be a material part of the developer acquisition pipeline.
    • Speaking with current and prospective developers on Hyperlane whether they are a smart contract environment (L1, rollup, appchain, etc.) or an app
    • Working to increase Hyperlane's exposure within the industry and the target audience
    • Attending hackathons and industry events
    • Evangelizing the Hyperlane platform
    • Contributing to developer acquisition strategy

For this role you have or are:

    • You are crypto-native, or you possess a developed understanding of the interoperability landscape.
    • You can operate independently under uncertainty.
    • You can identify, pursue, and close unique opportunities for Hyperlane activity.
    • You possess intensity, drive, and motivation to perform at a world-class level.
    • You have a strong sense of initiative and ownership.
    • Bonus: You have a strong network of decision-makers in non-crypto-native, but crypto-forward companies like Meta, Shopify, and Stripe.
    • Bonus: You possess a strong network of decision-makers within crypto projects, including smart contract environments like Layer 1 blockchains, roll-ups, and appchains, as well as applications.
Salary range for this role is $167K to $200K USD (NY). Compensation is subject to experience and location. Published salary bands pursuant to transparency laws, do not include possible variable compensation such as annual merit increases, bonus eligibility, commission, or equity incentive.