Job Description

Protocol Information
Maverick Protocol is a leading provider of smart contract solutions in DeFi, focusing on enabling projects to customize, automate, and incentivize liquidity effectively, powered by Maverick AMM. Maverick is backed by Founders Fund, Pantera, Coinbase Ventures, Binance Labs, and more. In just a few months after its launch, Maverick DEX became a Top 3 DEX by volume across all chains. It supports the highest volume on zkSync Era and has achieved the highest capital efficiency ratio (Volume/TVL) of 1,184% on L2s like zkSync Era and Base.

Location: Remote

Type: Full-time

The Role

As a DeFi-native Business Development Lead at Maverick, you will spearhead our expansion initiatives within the DeFi ecosystem and contribute significantly to the successful launch of Maverick v2. This position demands a combination of strategic insight, profound DeFi and liquidity knowledge, and exceptional work ethics. Collaborating closely with our product and marketing teams, you will identify new opportunities, cultivate relationships with integrated protocols, and boost the adoption of Maverick’s liquidity solutions.

What We Expect From You

• Lead Integration Development: Champion the discovery, negotiation, and securing of strategic integrations with other DeFi protocols, blockchains, liquidity provider communities, and tools to bolster our ecosystem and foster mutual growth.
• Cultivate Ecosystem Relations: Oversee and nurture relationships with integrated protocols, ensuring responsive support and seamless integration within the Maverick ecosystem.
• Architect Strategic Planning: Craft and implement a visionary business development strategy tailored to the DeFi market, targeting pivotal growth areas, opportunities for protocol collaboration, and insightful competitive analysis.
• Facilitate Cross-Functional Collaboration: Bridge interactions between the product and marketing teams, ensuring a synergistic approach to business development strategies that align with overarching company objectives and product trajectories.

What You Have To Offer

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in business development or strategic partnerships, with at least 2 years within the blockchain or DeFi sector.
• A robust understanding of DeFi protocols, with a preference for experience in liquidity management.
• Advanced skills in problem-solving, data management, and the use of tracking tools to set and achieve ambitious objectives.
• Capable of thriving in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment.
• Outstanding communication, public speaking, and presentation skills.

Bonus

• Previous experience as a BD or Ecosystem lead in a DEX, Liquidity Aggregator, or L2s.
• A well-established network within the DeFi and blockchain communities.
• A strong Degenscore.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ample opportunities for personal and professional development.
• The flexibility of remote work options and adjustable hours.