DeFI Product Manager

Gala

Gala is creating entertainment that empowers on the blockchain. Across our family of brands, including Games, Music, Film, Blockchain and VOX, we're empowering creators and fans to build the future of entertainment.

Powered by talent from around the globe, we believe in making bold moves to create products that have never been seen in the marketplace. Gala was founded by Eric Schiermeyer (gaming legend and co-founder of Zynga) and ever since Gala has grown to be a leader in Web3 entertainment.

Under the Gala brand, we have a growing roster of reputable partners across Gaming and Entertainment, including DreamWorks, AMC, and NBCU. Plus, legendary game developers Peter Molyneux and Will Wright and music greats like Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Kings of Leon, and BT.

Our values are based on openness and ownership and the ability to deliver games, experiences, and opportunities to people worldwide. We are breaking down barriers to bring our communities joy, entertainment, and real-world value.

At Gala, we work with flexibility; we have a great time with our colleagues and love getting things done. While working here, you'll imagine and create new and exciting things for the world to enjoy. Your talents and efforts will improve our audiences' lives in the real world.

And this is just the beginning…

About the role

Gala is excited to announce that we're searching for a visionary and versatile leader to take on the role of Product Manager for the new GalaChain Wallet and other soon-to-be-released DeFi products. 

As the product leader, you will lead the development and growth of our product, ensuring it meets the needs of users and the ecosystem while maintaining best-in-class security, usability, and compliance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, compliance, and partnerships, to build a seamless and innovative wallet experience.

You will be a part of a company of super-achievers who work together to bring forth the evolution of entertainment. The ideal candidate has prior game dev experience, excellent people skills, business acumen, and an exemplary work ethic. We want someone with experience and passion for web3, cryptocurrency, and NFTs. We would love someone with a deep passion for innovation, strong product management skills, and an impressive track record for working in a fast-paced, evolving, creative-minded environment. 

We're looking for more growth-minded and collaborative people to join us on our journey to creating experiences built around the joy of community and ownership. If you're ready to give 100% to help us achieve our mission, we'd love to have you apply.

What you'll do

• Product Ownership: Define and execute the product vision, roadmap, and strategy for GalaChain products.
• User Experience & Research: Deeply understand crypto users' needs to ensure an intuitive and user-friendly wallet experience.
• Security & Compliance: Work closely with engineering and legal teams to ensure high security standards and regulatory compliance.
• Market Analysis: Stay ahead of trends in the DeFi and Web3 space, incorporating innovative technologies and partnerships.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Align with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth product execution and go-to-market strategies.
• Performance Optimization: Analyze product performance, user behavior, and KPIs to iterate and improve adoption and retention.
• Feature Development: Prioritize and manage features like multi-chain support, staking, DeFi integrations, token swaps, and on/off-ramp functionalities.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years in product management, preferably in blockchain, fintech, or DeFi.
• Technical Understanding: Strong knowledge of blockchain technologies, smart contracts, DeFi protocols, and wallet infrastructure.
• User-Centric Approach: Experience designing and shipping consumer-facing products with a focus on UX/UI.
• Data-Driven Mindset: Ability to use data analytics tools and insights to drive product decisions.
• Agile & Fast-Paced Execution: Experience in an agile environment, able to adapt quickly to market changes.
• Communication & Leadership: Strong ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Passion for Web3: Deep interest in DeFi, self-custody, and decentralized applications.
• Experience with Web3 wallets, key management, and DeFi integrations.
• Background in software development, cryptography, or security.

• Previous experience launching and scaling a blockchain product.

Gala is an equal-opportunity employer and adopts a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse workforce because, in our view, diversity enables better business outcomes. We also believe that a more inclusive workplace, where people of different backgrounds work together, ensures better outcomes for all staff. From application to interview, we place inclusion at the heart of all we do.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• U.S.-based Employees receive 100% employee-covered benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Unlimited PTO and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program and much more

NEXT STEPS

If you have the experience, passion, and drive to join our team, then please submit a resume by clicking the apply button below!

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for our positions. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country indicated by the job description without the need for visa sponsorship.

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