Chief Operating Officer
About UsSei is the first parallelized layer 1 blockchain. By re-writing the most widely adopted execution environment in Web3, Sei is setting a new standard in blockchain performance and scalability. Apps on Sei benefit from both the performance of web2 and the decentralization and sovereignty of web3. For more detailed information visit Sei's official website.About The RoleThe Sei Development Foundation is seeking a highly strategic Chief Operating Officer. The COO is the operational ED, a seasoned executive who owns the company's day-to-day business operations, translates strategy into execution, and is accountable for the performance of core business functions. Where the ED focuses externally (fundraising, vision, key partnerships), the COO runs the internal engine, leading operations, people, finance, compliance, and is accountable for key results.ResponsibilitiesBusiness Operations LeadershipOwn the operational performance of the company, including delivery, finance, operations, compliance, legal, and people operationsSet and hold accountability for OKRs and KPIs across all functionsBuild scalable processes as the company moves from early-stage to growth-stageTeam LeadershipDirectly manage functional leads across operations, finance, legal/compliance, and potentially product or BDDrive organizational design decisions in partnership with the EDRecruit, develop, and retain senior talent across the businessFinancial & Compliance OversightOwn the operating budget and P&L in partnership with financeEnsure regulatory and compliance requirements are met across all jurisdictions - especially important in a web3 context with evolving regulatory frameworks across the US, EU, Asia, and emerging marketsOversee relationships with legal counsel and key vendorsStrategy ExecutionPartner with ED to translate vision and business objectives into operational roadmapsLead post-investment or post-partnership integration effortsRepresent the company externally with institutional partners and regulators where appropriateWeb3-Specific ScopeOversee tokenomics operations, treasury management, and on-chain governance processes where applicableManage exchange listing operations, custodian relationships, and on/off-ramp partnershipsEnsure cross-border payment and settlement operations are compliant and efficientWhat You'll Bring10+ years of experience in operations, with at least 4+ in a senior leadership roleTrack record of scaling a startup through a growth inflection point (Series A → B, or equivalent)Deep familiarity with web3 infrastructure, DeFi, or fintech regulatory environmentsExperience managing globally distributed teams, ideally with exposure to EOR structures and multi-jurisdiction complianceStrong financial acumen; you can read a P&L and challenge a budget