Life at Chainlink Labs is dynamic, collaborative, and innovative. Our team is composed of passionate, highly intelligent individuals who are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the blockchain and decentralized technology space. We work exclusively in a remote environment, enabling our global team to connect and collaborate seamlessly from anywhere in the world. Our culture is built on the shared mission of creating a decentralized future. Whether you're engaging in groundbreaking research, developing cutting-edge technology, or building strong community connections, at Chainlink Labs, you'll find a supportive and inspiring environment where your ideas can thrive and make a real impact.
Our vision at Chainlink Labs is to build a world powered by cryptographic truth because we fundamentally believe that truth > trust.
Our mission is to create decentralized systems that are built on a solid foundation of truth, creating a fair, unbiased world.
At Chainlink Labs, our interview process is designed to find the best talent while ensuring a great candidate experience. It typically takes 6-7 weeks and all interviews are conducted via Zoom. We comply with all applicable laws regarding data privacy during the interview process. For more details, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
Key principles:
At Chainlink Labs, we operate on the principles of ownership, dialogue, and focus. These principles are integral to our culture and will be front and center throughout the interview process. We seek candidates who exemplify leadership, dedication, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
A 30-minute conversation with someone from our Talent Acquisition Team to discuss the role, position requirements, and our key principles.
A 45 to 60-minute video interview with the Hiring Manager to delve into your resume and skills, and discuss your career goals.
Three or four interviews with cross-functional team members within the same department, typically conducted in quick succession.
A practical exercise to evaluate your technical ability and simulate working together.
A 90-minute non-technical conversation with a senior member from a different team to gain a broader perspective on collaboration.
An interview with a high-level executive or manager, such as a C-Suite, VP, or Director.
A 60-minute interview with one of Chainlink Labs' advisors to discuss management style, team building, and growth.
Submission of references, completion of a background check, and a final check-in call with the recruiter.
Depending on the role, there are varying levels of knowledge required about blockchain and smart contracts. For instance, if you’re interviewing for a DeFi sales role, we expect you to have a different level of knowledge compared to other roles. Be clear about the expectations and prepare accordingly.
In each interview: We will look for past examples where you have demonstrated our key principles of ownership, dialogue, and focus. If you have an executive interview with Sergey, ensure you have utilized the resources page and can answer questions on these topics.
The diagram below gives an overview of the Chainlink platform and the wide range of use cases it powers. This recent talk provides additional context to the diagram. Sergey explains the key problems our platform solves and how our infrastructure directly enables the next phase of growth for the blockchain industry: mainstream adoption by major financial institutions. (0:50 to 5:50)
At Chainlink Labs, we recognize the dedication and hard work of our team members. In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support and reward our members. Please note that specific benefits may vary according to your jurisdiction. Here are some of the key benefits we provide in over 40 countries:
Key benefits we provide in over 40 countries:
