About Sei Foundation
About the role
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Ecosystem Growth & Partnerships
New York City • On-Site • Full-Time
🚀 Grow the Sei Ecosystem on the First Parallelized Layer 1
About Sei
Sei is the first parallelized layer 1 blockchain, setting a new standard in blockchain performance and scalability. By re-writing the most widely adopted execution environment in Web3, Sei enables apps to benefit from both the performance of web2 and the decentralization and sovereignty of web3.
We're building the infrastructure that will power the next generation of decentralized applications, combining breakthrough performance with the principles that make blockchain revolutionary.
⚡ Layer 1
First Parallelized Blockchain
🌐 Web2 + Web3
Performance meets Decentralization
🔥 New Standard
Redefining Scalability
About the Role
At the Sei Development Foundation, we're always on the lookout for exceptional talent to help us grow the Sei ecosystem. If you're passionate about web3, thrive in fast-moving environments, and know how to turn relationships into real impact, we want to hear from you.
📋 Rolling Application
This is a general business development and ecosystem application. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
As a Business Development and Ecosystem professional at Sei, you'll be instrumental in identifying opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and driving growth across the Sei ecosystem. You'll work with founders, protocols, and key stakeholders to expand Sei's reach and impact in the web3 space.
Typical Responsibilities
Opportunity Identification & Evaluation
- Identify and evaluate founders, new business opportunities, and strategic partnerships that align with Sei's vision
Pipeline Management
- Manage, maintain, and prioritize a robust pipeline of projects, ensuring systematic tracking and follow-through
Deal Negotiation & Execution
- Negotiate deal terms and agreements with partners and collaborators, driving mutually beneficial outcomes
Market Intelligence & Lead Generation
- Maintain a constant grasp on industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging opportunities, which funnels into lead generation
What We Usually Look For
Web3 Experience & Knowledge
- Deep experience in Web3 technologies and ecosystems, with a genuine understanding of blockchain fundamentals
Investment or BD Background
- Prior VC experience with a web3 focus, understanding of investment thesis and deal structuring
- Experience as a BD team member at a top L1/L2 blockchain, with proven track record of ecosystem growth
Relationship Building
- Demonstrable experience in building and leveraging relationships that translate into concrete business outcomes
Guerrilla Sales & Web3 Culture
- Proficiency in guerrilla sales tactics and deep understanding of web3 culture, memes, and community dynamics
Communication Excellence
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to articulate complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences
Autonomous Decision-Making
- Ability to make autonomous decisions with sound judgment and clearly articulate rationale
Strong Web3 Network
- Strong networking skills within the web3 community across platforms (X/Twitter, Telegram, Discord, etc.) and at industry events
Position Details
Focus Area
Ecosystem growth & strategic partnerships
Location
New York City
Work Model
On-Site
Employment Type
Full-Time
Department
Business Development
Application Status
Rolling basis (not currently active)
Why Join Sei?
Revolutionary Technology
- Work on the first parallelized Layer 1 blockchain that's setting new standards in performance and scalability
High-Impact Role
- Directly shape the growth of Sei's ecosystem and influence the direction of a groundbreaking L1 blockchain
Strategic Partnerships
- Build relationships with top founders, protocols, and ecosystem players in the web3 space
NYC Hub
- Be part of the vibrant New York City crypto and tech community at the heart of web3 innovation
Fast-Growing Ecosystem
- Join during a pivotal growth phase where your contributions have immediate and lasting impact
Web3 Leadership
- Work with a foundation dedicated to advancing blockchain technology and building the future of web3
Passionate about ecosystem growth and partnerships?
Apply now and let us know what you're looking for in your next role!
We review applications on a rolling basis.
Responsibilities
- Identify and evaluate founders, new business opportunities, and strategic partnerships that align with Sei's vision
- Manage, maintain, and prioritize a robust pipeline of projects, ensuring systematic tracking and follow-through
- Negotiate deal terms and agreements with partners and collaborators, driving mutually beneficial outcomes
- Maintain a constant grasp on industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging opportunities, which funnels into lead generation
Requirements
- We review applications on a rolling basis.


