DEX On-Chain Product Manager
Who We Are
Our client is a global leader in digital asset innovation, offering one of the most comprehensive blockchain ecosystems in the world. With a rapidly expanding user base and a strong presence across Asia, the company is driving the future of decentralized finance.
The on-chain product team focuses on:
- Designing next-generation derivatives trading experiences
- Building scalable, high-performance decentralized infrastructure
- Integrating with leading blockchain protocols and ecosystems
- Driving product innovation in the Web3 space
We're looking for forward-thinking product leaders to help shape the future of on-chain trading.
We Are Seeking: On-Chain Product Manager (DEX Derivatives)
This is a strategic and hands-on role where you'll lead the development of decentralized derivatives products. You'll work closely with engineering, operations, and ecosystem partners to deliver high-performance, interoperable trading solutions.
This role sits within a fast-paced, cross-functional environment and plays a key part in defining the product roadmap and execution strategy for on-chain derivatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead product planning and design for on-chain derivatives, including user research, feature development, and iteration planning
- Collaborate with engineering teams to design core modules such as matching engines, clearing systems, and vaults
- Integrate with Layer1/L2/AppChain/Rollup and other blockchain protocols to enable on-chain deployment and interoperability
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for product innovation
- Coordinate across teams (engineering, operations, compliance, BD) to ensure timely product delivery
Requirements
Experience & Leadership
- 3+ years of experience in financial or derivative product management
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver complex products
- Strong understanding of perpetual contracts and trading mechanisms
Functional Expertise
- Familiarity with blockchain infrastructure and core models (order books, AMMs, matching engines)
- Exposure to architectures like HyperLiquid, Cosmos-SDK, or Move VM
Mindset & Soft Skills
- Proactive, analytical, and solution-oriented
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across cultures
- Passion for Web3 and decentralized finance
Selby Jennings is a Trading Style of Phaidon International (License Number 16S8194)
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