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Looking to join a world-class blockchain development team? Ava Labs makes it simple to deploy high-performance solutions for Web3, led by innovations on Avalanche. The company was founded by Cornell computer scientists, who partnered with Wall Street veterans and early Web3 leaders to execute a promising vision for redefining the way people build permissionless networks. Ava Labs is redefining the way people create value with Web3. Join us as we empower people to easily and freely digitize all the world’s assets on one open, programmable blockchain platform.

We’re looking for a Director of Recruiting to lead our talent acquisition efforts with a strong focus on data-driven recruiting strategies, analytics, and reporting. This role is ideal for someone who not only understands the fast-paced nature of Web3 but also brings deep expertise in leveraging recruiting data to optimize hiring processes, forecast talent needs, and drive strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate has experience recruiting top-tier technical and non-technical talent and thrives in a high-growth environment. Additionally, this role will partner closely with hiring managers and leadership at all levels to develop and execute effective talent strategies that align with business goals and drive organizational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic recruiting plan to attract top talent across the entire business
• Build and lead a high-performing recruiting team, fostering a data-driven and proactive hiring culture
• Drive employer branding initiatives to position Ava Labs as a top destination for Web3 talent
• Streamline and scale hiring processes, ensuring efficiency, diversity, and an outstanding candidate experience
• Partner closely with leadership, people team, and hiring managers to understand hiring needs and prioritize roles
• Leverage data and analytics to optimize sourcing strategies and improve hiring outcomes
• Develop strong pipelines of crypto-native and blockchain-savvy candidates
• Stay ahead of industry trends, ensuring we attract the best talent in Web3

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years of recruiting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Experience in high-growth startups, ideally in crypto, fintech, or blockchain
• Strong understanding of technical and non-technical hiring (engineering, marketing, product, etc.)
• Proven track record of scaling teams and leading recruitment in a competitive talent market
• Deep knowledge of the Web3 ecosystem, blockchain, DeFi, and emerging crypto trends
• Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to hiring
• Ability to thrive in an ambiguous, fast-paced startup environment
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Nice-to-Have

• Experience hiring globally and navigating international talent markets
• Strong network within the crypto and Web3 space
• Familiarity with Greenhouse as an ATS platform
• Experience with employer branding and community engagement

Salary Range: $189,000 to $236,000

(**This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.)

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WHY AVA LABS?

If you've ever thought about joining an early stage Web3 company - this is it! We're a global, world-class team of experts in computer science, economics, finance, marketing, and law with offices in New York City and Miami. We're highly passionate about Web3 and redefining the way people build and use finance and decentralized applications of all kinds. The company received early-stage funding from Andreessen Horowitz, Initialized Capital, and Polychain Capital, with angel investments from Balaji Srinivasan and Naval Ravikant. Join us and be a pioneer in a new technology that will have implications across a range of verticals such as finance, gaming, investing, collectibles, among many others.

Ava Labs is committed to diversity in the workplace and we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not hire on basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.