Pond is a pioneering crypto AI startup developing a decentralized platform for building foundational machine learning models on blockchains. We are at the forefront of merging AI and blockchain technologies to revolutionize the creation, sharing, and use of ML models in the web3 ecosystem. Team members include the former ML architect of WeChat, former ML architect of TigerGraph and former founding and principal data engineer of Yuga Labs.

The project is backed by multiple Tier 1 VCs including Archetype (led the Series A of Ritual), Cyber Fund (Lido founder’s VC arm, backed Ethereum and Solana at their early stage), Coinbase Ventures, Delphi Digital and more than 30 angels.

We are driven by innovation and are seeking a skilled Product Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building scalable, stable, and secure web platforms in production environments. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining our platform, ensuring it meets the highest standards of performance, reliability, and security.

Job Title: Product Manager

Location: United States (New York Preferred), Hybrid

Company: Pond

Industry: Crypto, AI, Blockchain

Employment Type: Full-time

Pond seeks a strategic and experienced Product Manager to drive global growth, partnerships, and strategic alliances. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of blockchain, AI, and crypto markets, along with a robust network within these ecosystems. As the Product Manager, you'll spearhead efforts to expand our market presence, secure strategic partnerships, and contribute to the company's long-term vision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Strategy & Vision: Define the vision and roadmap for crypto-based products, aligning them with user needs and market opportunities
• Market Research: Analyze market trends, user behavior, and competitor products to identify opportunities and define product features.
• Product Development: Collaborate with engineers, designers, and blockchain developers to manage the full product lifecycle, including ideation, development, testing, and launch.
• User-Centric Focus: Gather and analyze feedback from the community, users, and developers to improve product offerings continuously.
• Networking: Attend industry conferences, meetups, and events (both virtual and in-person) to represent Pond, stay updated on industry trends, and foster new business opportunities.