About the role

Technical Program Lead overseeing the planning and execution of blockchain programs for Avalanche Foundation. Collaborating with global teams to deliver innovative solutions in Web3 technology.

Responsibilities

End-to-end program delivery across cross-functional and cross-organisational workstreams, from scoping and resourcing through to launch and retrospective
Program plans with clear milestones, dependencies, risk registers, and acceptance criteria, adapting delivery frameworks pragmatically to each program
Coordination across engineering, research, security, legal, and finance, resolving blockers and keeping workstreams aligned
Drafting and scoping technical Statements of Work for external software development, protocol integrations, and security audit engagements
Security audit programs end-to-end: coordinating with internal engineering and external auditors, tracking findings through to remediation and sign-off
Vendor and delivery partner management with accountability to agreed scope, quality standards, and timelines
Clear, concise program reporting for senior leadership and the Foundation board
Technical risk identification and delivery decisions informed by deep knowledge of blockchain infrastructure, consensus mechanisms, on-chain governance, token economics, smart contract architecture
Credible technical engagement with internal teams and external ecosystem partners

Proven background as a Senior or Technical Program Manager, in blockchain, Web3, or a technically demanding fast-moving environment
Strong grasp of software development lifecycles and technical delivery
Track record managing multiple concurrent programs across cross-functional teams
Experience drafting and managing technical SOWs and vendor contracts
Familiarity with security protocols around digital asset management, token movements, multisig wallet operations, custody, and direct experience coordinating security audits or vulnerability remediation programs
Strong risk management instincts and pragmatic problem-solving
Clear written and verbal communication, with the ability to move between technical and non-technical stakeholders without losing fidelity in either direction.