Head of Engineering / CTO Solana (Rust, Web3) -

Company: Inner Circle Agency Inc.
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title Head of Engineering / CTO – Solana (Rust, Web3) Location Remote Global candidates considered Work Model Remote-first High ownership role within a fast-moving Web3 environment Languages English required Additional languages an asset About the Client Inner Circle Agency is partnering with a well-funded, Solana-native Web3 organization operating at the forefront of decentralized technology. The projects are currently confidential but sit within high-impact areas of the Solana ecosystem, with strong backing and long-term growth ambitions. Role Overview Our client is seeking a CTO or Lead Engineer with deep Solana expertise to define technical direction, lead engineering efforts, and support the scaling of complex blockchain products. This role blends strategic leadership with hands-on technical involvement and is ideal for someone already embedded in the Solana ecosystem. Key Responsibilities Set and own the technical vision, architecture, and engineering roadmap Lead and mentor engineering teams while establishing best practices Guide system design with a focus on performance, scalability, and security Provide hands-on support for architecture decisions and critical builds when required Collaborate closely with product and business stakeholders Represent the technical function within the broader Web3 and Solana community Qualifications Required Senior engineering leadership experience in a Web3-native environment Strong, hands-on knowledge of Solana architecture, programs, and ecosystem tooling Deep understanding of DeFi, trading systems, wallets, or protocol-level products Proven ability to scale teams and ship in fast-paced, high-ownership environments Strategic mindset balanced with practical execution Preferred Previous CTO or Lead Engineer experience at a blockchain company Contributions to Solana ecosystem projects or open-source initiatives Established network within the Solana or broader Web3 space What the Client Offers Competitive compensation aligned with senior leadership scope Exposure to high-impact, confidential Solana-based initiatives Significant autonomy and influence over technical direction Long-term growth opportunity within a well-capitalized organization Additional Notes This search is being conducted confidentially. Further details will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process. To apply or learn more, connect with Inner Circle Agency directly.

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