Product Manager, Compliance
Product
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for compliance specialists in the blockchain space has skyrocketed, with a 25% growth in job postings over the past year. As institutions increasingly adopt decentralized finance, the need for experts who can navigate complex regulatory landscapes has never been higher. Chainlink Labs, a pioneer in the industry, is now hiring a Product Manager to own the strategy and execution of its Automated Compliance Engine, a role that requires a unique blend of technical expertise, market savvy, and collaborative spirit. With over
0 trillion in transaction value secured, Chainlink is the go-to platform for institutions and DeFi protocols alike, making this a rare opportunity to shape the future of onchain compliance. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to showcase their experience in building and scaling compliance products, as well as their ability to drive market adoption and partner with key stakeholders.
Job Description
About the Role
Chainlink Labs is seeking a seasoned Product Manager to lead the development and launch of its Automated Compliance Engine (ACE), a groundbreaking platform that enables onchain compliance, identity, and policy enforcement for both traditional financial institutions and DeFi protocols. As the single accountable owner for ACE, the successful candidate will define and execute the long-term product strategy and roadmap, driving product-market fit in a rapidly evolving regulatory and technical landscape.The ACE platform is designed to provide compliant issuance, identity management, and policy enforcement for onchain financial products across multiple jurisdictions. The Product Manager will play a critical role in establishing Chainlink as the default infrastructure provider for onchain compliance and identity at institutional scale.
What You Will Do
- Define and execute the long-term product strategy and roadmap for Chainlink's Automated Compliance Engine
- Launch and scale ACE to broad market adoption across asset issuers and DeFi protocols
- Enable compliant issuance, identity management, and policy enforcement for onchain financial products across multiple jurisdictions
- Drive adoption of the Chainlink product stack by embedding complementary Chainlink offerings into a unified compliance platform
- Establish partnerships with key stakeholders, including traditional financial institutions, DeFi protocols, and regulatory bodies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, sales, and marketing, to drive product development and go-to-market strategies
- Develop and maintain a deep understanding of regulatory requirements for digital assets across multiple global jurisdictions
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, applying this knowledge to inform product development and strategy
- Represent Chainlink in industry events, conferences, and meetings, promoting the company's vision and products
- Work closely with the executive team to define and achieve business objectives
What We Are Looking For
- 3-6 years of demonstrated experience building onchain compliance products from scratch as a product manager
- Led or owned digital asset products spanning both traditional financial institutions and DeFi protocols
- Deep, applied understanding of regulatory requirements for digital assets across multiple global jurisdictions
- Experience operating with end-to-end product ownership, including strategy, roadmap definition, and execution
- Proven ability to partner closely with engineering teams on technically complex, blockchain-based systems
- Track record of representing product vision and progress with senior customer and executive stakeholders
- Strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Finance, or a related field
Nice to Have
- Experience designing or leading a multi-product platform strategy in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
- Technical depth across blockchain infrastructure that enables effective collaboration with teams working on CCIP, data products, or compliance primitives
- History of acting as a product evangelist, aligning internal teams and external partners around a complex, multi-stakeholder vision
- Exposure to scaling Web3 or fintech platforms with compliance-aware modules such as AML, KYC, or auditability
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a pioneering company in the blockchain space
- Collaborative, dynamic work environment with a team of experienced professionals
- Flexible, remote work arrangements with a global team
- Professional development opportunities, including training and conference sponsorships
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
- Chance to shape the future of onchain compliance and make a meaningful impact on the industry
How to Stand Out
- To stand out as a candidate, be prepared to showcase your experience in building and scaling compliance products, as well as your ability to drive market adoption and partner with key stakeholders.
- Make sure to highlight your understanding of regulatory requirements for digital assets across multiple global jurisdictions.
- Develop a strong portfolio that demonstrates your technical expertise and product management skills.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience working with cross-functional teams, including engineering, sales, and marketing.
- Research the company and the role thoroughly, and be prepared to ask informed questions during the interview process.
- Consider reaching out to current or former employees to gain insights into the company culture and work environment.
- Be prepared to negotiate salary and benefits, and consider factors such as equity, PTO, and remote work arrangements when evaluating the overall compensation package.
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