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Base Country Lead, Germany

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Base is planning to bring a million developers and a billion users onchain. We need your help to make that happen.

We believe that the onchain platform is the most important builder platform since the internet (“online”). We believe that the onchain platform should be open source, free to use, and globally available. And we believe that in order to make it really work, we need all hands on deck, working together to scale in a secure, decentralized, easy-to-use way.

At Base, we live by our Stay Based values: we do the right thing, work hard, stay optimistic, prioritize the team, and push creative boundaries—all while building the future of onchain. We value a Zone 3+ work ethic, where our team rises to the challenge, embraces hard weeks, and makes small to significant personal tradeoffs when necessary to drive impact and innovation.

Base is incubated within Coinbase and plans to progressively decentralize in the years ahead. We believe that decentralization is critical to creating an open, global crypto economy that is accessible to everyone.

Base is built on Optimism’s open-source OP Stack. We’re joining as the second Core Dev team working on the OP Stack to ensure it’s a public good available to everyone; and contributing a portion of sequencer revenue to funding public goods.

We’re looking for a Base Country Lead, Germany who will help us grow Base’s global footprint. You’ll be responsible for driving Base’s adoption in the Germany.

What you’ll be doing (ie. job duties):

Be the primary ambassador for Base in the country
Incubate and grow the local Base community
Run scrappy growth initiatives to onboard developers and users
Design and execute builder GTM strategies and programs (e.g. buildathons, launchpads, fellowships)
Support builders through mentorship and curating grant funding
Identify local app, accelerator, VC, and distribution partnership opportunities
Recruit and manage local community members to scale needs
Share market intel, community and product feedback with the wider Base team

What we look for in you (ie. job requirements):

Must haves

Operational experience in a crypto startup/project (founder, early employee, community/growth head)
Deep connectivity in / understanding of your local crypto, startup and developer market
A relentless, solutions-oriented self-starter
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
A passion for building a global onchain economy

Nice to haves

Experience creating and scaling a community-driven project
Experience running GTM and activation campaigns for developers
Experience setting-up and managing a program for startups (e.g. accelerators, incubators)

REQ ID: GBCLDE

Please be advised that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30-day period. We encourage you to carefully evaluate how your skills and interests align with Coinbase's roles before applying.

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What You Should Know About Base Country Lead, Germany, Base.org

Base is looking for a passionate and innovative Base Country Lead for Germany to help us expand our footprint in the country and drive our vision of bringing a million developers and a billion users onchain. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where creativity meets technology, this role at Base may be perfect for you! As the primary ambassador for Base in Germany, you will have the opportunity to incubate and grow the local Base community, implement exciting growth initiatives, and design go-to-market strategies that resonate with developers and users alike. Your work will directly impact the adoption of our open-source onchain platform, making it accessible and effective for everyone. We are seeking someone with a rich background in the crypto startup space who is deeply connected to the local market. Your interpersonal skills will shine as you support builders through mentorship and collaboration with local app developers, accelerators, and venture capitalists. At Base, we value a strong work ethic and the ability to embrace challenges with optimism. Together, we will navigate the evolving landscape of onchain technology and make a lasting impact in the crypto economy. If this sounds exciting, we invite you to join our mission at Base, where your efforts will be a stepping stone towards a decentralized future.

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What are the responsibilities of the Base Country Lead in Germany?

As the Base Country Lead in Germany, you will be the main ambassador for Base, incubating and growing the local community, and running scrappy growth initiatives to onboard developers and users. You'll also be responsible for designing and executing go-to-market strategies and programs, supporting builders with mentorship, identifying local partnerships, and sharing vital community feedback with the wider Base team.