Chief Operating Officer

11/02/2025
Job Type
Permanent
Employment Type
Full Time
Industry
Emerging Tech
Skills
Any
Functional Expertise
Development, Engineering, Finance/Investment, Marketing & Community Management, Operations, Project Management
Salary Type
Annual
Salary
USD $200,000.00

Job Description

Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Blockchain, MEV, and DEX Infrastructure

USA-Based | Up to $200k + Equity/Token Options

 

Join One of the Most Advanced Blockchain & MEV Startups in the World

We’re looking for a strategic, execution-driven Chief Operating Officer (COO) to scale operations, optimize order flow, and drive efficiency in one of the most exciting high-growth blockchain & MEV startups.

Backed by top-tier investors and Ethereum ecosystem leaders, this company is redefining decentralized trading infrastructure and maximizing MEV efficiency. If you have deep expertise in optimizing order flow at a DEX and scaling blockchain operations, this is your opportunity to build something game-changing.

What’s in it for you?

 

Competitive Compensation – Up to $200k + potential equity/token incentives.

Work from Anywhere – Fully remote with flexible hours.

Join a High-Caliber, Mission-Driven Team – Work alongside the best in DeFi, blockchain, and MEV.

Build Cutting-Edge Blockchain & MEV Infrastructure – Influence the next evolution of decentralized trading.

Autonomy & Leadership – Own critical decisions, shaping operations and execution.

Be at the Forefront of MEV & Order Flow Innovation – Define the future of efficient trade execution.


About the Company

 A high-growth blockchain & MEV startup focused on optimizing Ethereum order flow and maximizing trading efficiency.

 Backed by leading crypto VCs, market makers, and Ethereum infrastructure pioneers.

 Building a decentralized execution layer that enhances liquidity, trade routing, and transaction efficiency.

 Fast-paced, agile, and poised for their next major funding round.

About the Role – Your Impact

  • Lead and Scale Operations – Ensure seamless execution across teams (engineering, BD, product, and liquidity).
  • Optimize Order Flow & Liquidity – Work with market makers, traders, and aggregators to improve trade execution and increase transaction volume.
  •  Increase Product Usage – Drive growth in transaction volume, routing efficiency, and protocol adoption.
  •  Launch & Manage New Trading Infrastructure – Oversee DEX liquidity strategies, MEV optimization, and integrations with trading protocols.
  •  Develop Institutional & Market Maker Relationships – Work with HFT firms, crypto hedge funds, liquidity providers, and DeFi protocols to deepen liquidity pools and increase DEX volume.
  •  Drive Compliance & Regulatory Strategy – Navigate MEV, DeFi, and cross-chain regulatory landscapes.
  •  Be the Operational Backbone – Align strategy with execution, ensuring all functions drive towards scalability and efficiency.

Who Are We Looking For?

  •  7+ years of operational leadership – Experience in blockchain, DeFi, market-making, or high-frequency trading (HFT).
  •  Proven Expertise in Order Flow & Liquidity Optimization – You’ve worked with DEXs, trading desks, MEV strategies, or liquidity routing mechanisms.
  •  Ability to Scale High-Growth Startups – Experience driving execution at venture-backed blockchain startups or fintech firms.
  •  Strong Network in Crypto Trading & Market Making – Ability to engage with exchanges, protocols, and trading firms to grow liquidity.
  •  Deep Understanding of DeFi & MEV – Bonus points if you’ve worked with Ethereum, Solana, or Layer 2 scaling solutions.
  •  Data-Driven & Execution-Focused – You make decisions based on metrics, analytics, and market intelligence.
  •  Exceptional Communicator & Leader – You can align teams, negotiate deals, and influence partners in high-stakes environments.

 

About Priority Crypto

We specialize in cutting-edge Web3, blockchain, and crypto recruitment, connecting elite talent with world-class companies. Our mission? Break down barriers and drive innovation through talent.

Take Control of Your Journey.

Apply today – Let’s talk about your future in blockchain leadership.

 

Consultant

Dan Franklin