We’re laying the foundation for a better web which respects the freedom and data of individuals, and empowers developers to build better, more trustworthy online services.
Our remote-first, global team develops open-source software that anyone can use or improve.
This includes Polkadot, Polkadot SDK, and Kusama — key parts of the Web3 tech stack, the next generation of the internet.
Our mission is to make Polkadot the most active and innovative community in blockchain, powering a new era of connected and decentralised applications.
About the TeamThis role sits in our Acceleration department, home to the people who drive ecosystem growth by building tools, integrations, and partnerships across the Polkadot network.
Reporting into our Polkadot Research Lead, you’ll be joining the Polkadot Research Engineering team.
We shape the Polkadot research vision and roadmap, translating ecosystem needs into tools and experiences that accelerate platform adoption.
About the RoleAs a Senior Experience Engineer , you will lead the end-to-end delivery of features, from initial problem discovery to production deployment.
This role is designed for a self-directed builder who prioritizes "what" to build as much as "how" to build it.
You will leverage an AI-native workflow to iterate rapidly and deliver high-impact solutions to complex user problems.
What you’ll doFull-Lifecycle Ownership: Lead feature development through scoping, architecture, deployment, and iteration based on live user data.
AI-Augmented Development: Integrate AI tools (e.
, Cursor, Copilot, Claude) into your daily workflow to accelerate velocity and maximize output.
Autonomous Decision-Making: Navigate ambiguity by exercising sound judgment, filling requirement gaps without waiting for exhaustive specific.