Business Development Lead

Company: xLabs (Wormhole Contributor)

Remote, Asia

Experience Level

Expert

Salary

$120k–$180k + bonuses/tokens

📝Job Description

🌐 About xLabs

xLabs builds core infrastructure for the Internet of Value, contributing to open-source projects like Wormhole (the leading cross-chain protocol). We empower developers to create seamless decentralized applications across 30+ blockchains.

✨ The Role

As Business Development Lead, you’ll shape the future of multi-chain ecosystems by:

  • Partnering with blockchain foundations (Ethereum, Solana, Cosmos, etc.) to drive adoption of xLabs/Wormhole tech.
  • Identifying strategic opportunities in DeFi, NFTs, and institutional blockchain adoption.
  • Working directly with founders to expand xLabs’ influence across the Web3 stack.

This is a high-visibility role for a BD pro who breathes blockchain ecosystems.

🎯 Key Responsibilities

  • Forge partnerships with L1/L2 teams, DAOs, and infrastructure projects.
  • Design co-marketing initiatives to amplify xLabs’ open-source contributions.
  • Map emerging chains and position xLabs as their go-to infrastructure partner.
  • Close ecosystem grants and technical collaborations.

🔍 Who We’re Looking For

Must-Have Skills:

  • 4+ years in BD/partnerships with proven blockchain experience.
  • Deep network across chain foundations (EVM, SVM, CosmWasm ecosystems).
  • Technical fluency – you can discuss cross-chain messaging and rollup architectures.
  • Hunter mentality – thrives in founder-paced environments.

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Experience with interoperability protocols (Wormhole, LayerZero, Axelar).
  • Multilingual skills (Asia/EMEA language a plus).

🌟 Why Join xLabs?

  • Define interoperability standards with a Wormhole core contributor.
  • Fully remote with flexible hours + generous PTO.
  • Competitive comp (salary + tokens/bonuses).
  • Work alongside founders and blockchain pioneers.

Salary Notes

  • Range reflects seniority and Web3 specialization premium (+25% vs. traditional roles).
  • Token incentives align with xLabs’ ecosystem growth.

Interview Process

  1. Founder Screen (30min) – Blockchain ecosystem deep dive
  2. Case Study (60min) – Pitch a chain foundation partnership
  3. Culture Fit (45min) – Team alignment

xLabs is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate builders who bridge chains and communities.

Skills and Expertise

InteroperabilityInfrastructure DeFiSmartContractOpenSource

Rating

4
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