About: https://kerneldao.com/ Location: Remote About Kernel: At Kernel, our vision is to redefine the restaking and decentralized finance landscape by building an interconnected ecosystem that seamlessly bridges security, liquidity, and rewards. By empowering stakers, developers, and protocols, Kernel strives to be the backbone of decentralized economic security on the BNB Chain and beyond. With an unwavering commitment to innovation, we aim to capture emerging opportunities in the $100B+ market of liquid restaking, tokenized CeDeFi, and real-world assets (RWAs). Our journey has only begun, and we’re excited to share how we’ll achieve this vision with a clear and actionable roadmap. Kernel Dao is leading the restaking revolution with three key products - Kelp LRT, Kernel, and Gain. Unified by $KERNEL governance token. Our Vision: The Kernel ecosystem is built around three core pillars: Restaking Infrastructure: Offering a robust, secure, and scalable foundation for restaking across major L1 chains. Liquid Restaking Tokens (LRT): Providing flexible and composable liquid restaking solutions for Ethereum and other assets. Tokenized Yields: Bridging DeFi, CeFi, and traditional finance through innovative yield tokenization, unlocking new financial possibilities. Kernel ecosystem has already garnered $2.2B+ in TVL across its expanding ecosystem, showcasing its robust growth and value proposition. With support for high-impact tokens like BNBx, SolvBTC, SlisBNB, asBNB and more, Kernel offers unparalleled opportunities for users to maximize returns on their staked assets. Role Overview: As an Associate- Founder's Office , you will work directly with the founding team on high-impact, cross-functional initiatives that shape the strategic direction and operational execution of the company. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and are excited about solving complex problems at the intersection of fintech and web3.You will serve as a trusted generalist, operator, and problem-solver—contributing across strategy, product, partnerships, investor relations, and internal operations. This is a unique opportunity to work at the highest levels of decision-making while building a deep understanding of how to scale a high-growth startup. Key Responsibilities: Work closely with the founders on mission-critical projects spanning strategy, operations, fundraising, partnerships, and product. Conduct deep-dive analyses on new business opportunities, market trends, and competitive intelligence. Lead and manage cross-functional initiatives, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. Develop business cases, financial models, and strategic recommendations to support executive decision-making. Prepare high-quality presentations, reports, and communication materials for internal and external audiences. Drive problem-solving using first principles and structured thinking for ambiguous and complex business challenges. Monitor project progress, identify risks, and ensure timely execution of key deliverables. Support fundraising, investor relations, and ecosystem engagement activities as required. Stay up-to-date with industry trends, web3 innovations, and emerging opportunities. Qualifications: 2–4 years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, venture capital, or a similar analytical/strategic role. Prior experience in fast growing Fintech is a plus Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems using first principles and structured frameworks. Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience working with senior leadership and cross-functional teams. Excellent analytical, quantitative, and communication skills. Proven track record of a steep learning curve and adaptability in dynamic environments. Self-starter with a high degree of ownership, curiosity, and a willingness to learn. Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier institution; MBA or advanced degree is a plus. What We Offer: Opportunity to work on shaping the future of finance. Join a diverse and outstanding team of professionals from around the world. Fast-paced and intellectually stimulating environment. Exposure to cutting-edge projects at the intersection of technology and finance. Competitive compensation and meaningful upside. Flexible, remote-first work culture. Show more Show less
Key Responsibilities Strategic Positioning & Market Intelligence Continuously monitor market cycles and sentiment to time campaigns, announcements, and narratives for maximum impact. Stay deeply informed on restaking trends, competing protocols, and broader macro signals to fine-tune positioning. Narrative Development & Community Influence Craft compelling narratives tailored to KOLs, alpha groups, and DeFi power users that clearly articulate the value of $KERNEL and KernelDAO’s restaking flywheel. Source, onboard, and manage relationships with key KOLs, alpha groups, and crypto-native communities. Equip influencers with content, talking points, and campaign support aligned with broader marketing goals. Campaign Execution & Ecosystem Awareness Lead end-to-end campaigns focused on educating users about $KERNEL’s utility and the KernelDAO ecosystem (Kernel, Kelp, Gain). Partner with exchanges, wallets, and ecosystem players to drive awareness and adoption through listings, airdrops, and co-marketing. Source and activate organic PR opportunities around milestones, use cases, protocol growth, and integrations. Community Engagement Collaborate closely with the community team to nurture token holder relationships and increase retention and advocacy. Drive grassroots marketing, meme culture, and activation events that resonate with on-chain users. Performance Analytics & Optimization Set clear KPIs and continuously measure the impact of token-related initiatives: user acquisition, transaction volume, token velocity, and engagement. Track ROI across marketing channels (organic + paid) and optimize spend for cost-effective growth. Leverage tools like Dune, Nansen, Google Analytics, and internal dashboards to evaluate campaign performance and inform strategy. Cross-Functional & Partner Alignment Work alongside product, BD, growth, and dev rel teams to align token marketing with protocol milestones and technical launches. Coordinate token-related initiatives such as staking expansions, validator campaigns, and rewards programs. Requirements Proven 3-4 years of experience in token or crypto marketing, ideally in DeFi, LSTs/restaking, or similar Web3 verticals. Deep understanding of tokenomics, Web3 user behavior, and the role of influencers and alpha groups in narrative shaping. Demonstrated success managing influencer campaigns, KOL/alpha community activations, and partnership promotions. Data-driven mindset and ability to optimize based on performance analytics. Excellent communication, storytelling, and presentation skills. Comfortable working in a fast-moving, async, remote-first environment. Passionate about decentralization and the future of staking. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience leading token growth at a prominent Web3 or DeFi protocol. Familiarity with restaking protocols, validator networks, and staking ecosystems. Knowledge of community-led growth, growth hacking, and guerrilla marketing in Web3.
Job Overview KernelDAO is seeking a DeFi Analyst who will play a key role in supporting our decentralized initiatives through research, data analysis, and protocol engagement. This role requires a strong foundation in DeFisomeone who has firsthand on-chain experience with wallets, bridging, lending, and transactions, combined with analytical and technical skills in data modeling and Excel. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and go-getter, deeply passionate about decentralized finance, able to take ownership of ad-hoc tasks, contribute to technical problem-solving, and help design and manage grant programs. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives at the intersection of data, technology, and DeFi innovation. Key Responsibilities Work on ad-hoc tasks and assist in resolving technical issues related to DeFi operations Formulate and manage grant programs within the DAO. Leverage Excel and data modeling skills to build dashboards, financial models, and performance reports. Interpret and evaluate on-chain data, bridging activities, lending protocols, and liquidity flows. Collaborate with internal teams to support KernelDAO's growth and strategic initiatives. Requirements Proven 2-5 years of experience working with DeFi protocols (staking, lending, AMMs, yield farming, bridging). Strong technical and mathematical understanding, with demonstrated proficiency in Excel and data modeling First-hand on-chain experience: must own a wallet, have executed transactions, bridged assets, and interacted with DeFi applications. Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret on-chain activity and market trends. Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills, proactive in tackling challenges without constant supervision. Deep passion for DeFi and Web3, with curiosity and drive to stay ahead of industry developments.
Job Overview KernelDAO is seeking a DeFi Analyst who will play a key role in supporting our decentralized initiatives through research, data analysis, and protocol engagement. This role requires a strong foundation in DeFi—someone who has firsthand on-chain experience with wallets, bridging, lending, and transactions, combined with analytical and technical skills in data modeling and Excel. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and go-getter, deeply passionate about decentralized finance, able to take ownership of ad-hoc tasks, contribute to technical problem-solving, and help design and manage grant programs. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives at the intersection of data, technology, and DeFi innovation. Key Responsibilities Work on ad-hoc tasks and assist in resolving technical issues related to DeFi operations Formulate and manage grant programs within the DAO. Leverage Excel and data modeling skills to build dashboards, financial models, and performance reports. Interpret and evaluate on-chain data, bridging activities, lending protocols, and liquidity flows. Collaborate with internal teams to support KernelDAO’s growth and strategic initiatives. Requirements Proven 2-5 years of experience working with DeFi protocols (staking, lending, AMMs, yield farming, bridging). Strong technical and mathematical understanding, with demonstrated proficiency in Excel and data modeling First-hand on-chain experience: must own a wallet, have executed transactions, bridged assets, and interacted with DeFi applications. Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret on-chain activity and market trends. Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills, proactive in tackling challenges without constant supervision. Deep passion for DeFi and Web3, with curiosity and drive to stay ahead of industry developments.