Technical Director at Ontology
Full Time1 month ago
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Job Description
The Technical Director is responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of Web3 project development, from conceptualization to deployment. This role requires leading system design and development efforts, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical feasibility. Key tasks include managing cross-functional teams, coordinating with stakeholders, and maintaining high standards of quality and performance. The position also involves addressing complex technical challenges, particularly those arising from high stability demands and intricate business models. Additionally, the Technical Director will play a pivotal role in building and maintaining databases for customer-facing tools, enhancing technical capabilities across the organization. Regular communication with senior management and project leaders is essential to provide updates on progress, risks, and strategic decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of Web3 projects, ensuring technical solutions meet business requirements and scalability needs
- Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, API specifications, and system workflows
- Implement robust testing frameworks to ensure system reliability, security, and performance under high-load conditions
- Collaborate with product managers to define technical roadmaps and prioritize development tasks based on business impact
- Oversee the integration of blockchain technologies, smart contracts, and decentralized infrastructure components
- Coordinate with QA teams to identify and resolve critical bugs, optimize system efficiency, and ensure compliance with industry standards
- Monitor system performance metrics, conduct regular code reviews, and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Guide junior developers in best practices for secure coding, version control, and DevOps methodologies
- Facilitate knowledge sharing sessions to disseminate technical expertise across the development team
- Manage technical risks through proactive planning, contingency strategies, and system resilience testing
- Ensure cross-team collaboration between frontend, backend, and blockchain development groups
- Develop and maintain technical governance policies to standardize development processes and documentation practices
- Lead the implementation of scalable infrastructure solutions for Web3 applications
- Coordinate with third-party vendors for API integrations, blockchain node management, and cloud services
- Provide technical leadership in the adoption of emerging Web3 technologies and industry innovations
Job Requirements
- Proven experience as a technical leader in Web3 development projects (minimum 5 years)
- Expertise in blockchain architecture, smart contract development, and decentralized application (dApp) design
- Strong background in system design principles, including scalability, security, and fault tolerance
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages (Solidity, JavaScript, Python, etc.) and development frameworks
- Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a track record of resolving complex technical challenges
- Ability to mentor and lead development teams through agile methodologies and iterative development cycles
- Strong communication skills to effectively convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Experience with database management systems (SQL/NoSQL) and data modeling techniques
- Knowledge of Web3 security best practices, including cryptographic protocols and access control mechanisms
- Proficiency in cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) for scalable infrastructure deployment
- Ability to analyze system performance data and optimize technical solutions for efficiency
- Experience with cross-functional collaboration between product, design, and engineering teams
- Strong understanding of technical documentation standards and requirements tracking methodologies
- Ability to manage technical risks through proactive planning and contingency strategies
- Excellent time management skills to balance multiple projects and deliverables simultaneously
- Knowledge of emerging Web3 technologies and industry trends for innovation and competitive advantage
- Ability to develop and maintain technical governance policies for standardized development practices
- Experience with blockchain analytics tools for monitoring network performance and transaction data
- Strong leadership skills to guide teams through complex development cycles and technical transformations
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