Director of Web3 Infrastructure & Engineering

Director of Web3 Infrastructure & Engineering

Director of Web3 Infrastructure & Engineering

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Job Title:

Director of Web3 Infrastructure & Engineering
Location:

Remote / Based in the US
Reports To:

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
About the Client
Shields Group is conducting a retained search on behalf of an innovative company operating at the intersection of real estate and blockchain. Our client is pioneering decentralized real estate ownership through a live platform that enables users to tokenize, invest in, and transact real estate assets seamlessly on-chain. Backed by leading industry experts and investors, they are building the future of homeownership using cutting-edge Web3 technology.
Role Overview
We are seeking a seasoned

IT Director

with a minimum of 5 years of Web3 experience and a strong background in technical content leadership. In this role, you will oversee the planning, implementation, and maintenance of our clients technical infrastructure, while ensuring security, scalability, and operational integrity. This leader will be instrumental in driving both infrastructure strategy and the technical communication framework of the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Lead infrastructure architecture and implementation across decentralized systems (blockchain, cloud, IPFS, RPC nodes).
Manage a distributed team of DevOps, IT engineers, and security professionals.
Oversee technical editorial strategy, including internal documentation, public API references, and protocol guides.
Ensure robust cybersecurity frameworks for Web3 user authentication, wallet integration, and node operation.
Work closely with the CTO to define and execute roadmap for scaling multi-chain systems.
Coordinate vendor evaluation, integration, and compliance with industry standards.
Partner with product and marketing teams to support technical storytelling and product alignment.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of experience in Web3, DeFi, or blockchain infrastructure.
Minimum 7 years in IT operations, systems architecture, or engineering leadership.
Demonstrated ability to produce or oversee high-quality technical documentation.
Experience managing DevOps, node deployments, Web3 APIs, and EVM-based networks.
Proficiency in scripting and automation; understanding of Web3 security principles.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a protocol foundation, DAO, or decentralized startup.
Prior involvement in developer advocacy, documentation portals, or open-source contributions.
Familiarity with tokenization frameworks, zk-proofs, decentralized identity, or real estate token platforms.
Performance Bonus:

Up to 20% annually
Work Environment:

Remote-first with flexible working hours
Mission Impact:

Direct influence on a Web3 product redefining real estate ownership
Community:

Access to a strong network of crypto-native builders, investors, and protocols
To Apply:
This search is being exclusively managed by Shields Group. Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and a short note detailing their experience and interest in leading infrastructure within the Web3 domain.
Seniority level

Seniority level Director
Employment type

Employment type Full-time
Job function

Job function Management and Information Technology
Industries Real Estate and Technology, Information and Media
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