Head of OpCo
About Arbitrum’s Operation Company (OpCo)
Arbitrum’s Operation Company (OpCo) is dedicated to supporting the growth and success of the Arbitrum ecosystem on behalf of the ArbitrumDAO. As a DAO-adjacent entity, OpCo provides the operational infrastructure necessary to empower contributors, coordinate strategic projects amongst Arbitrum Aligned Entities, and ensure the seamless execution of approved proposals.
Our mission is to serve as the connective link between the DAO’s vision and real-world execution, maintaining transparency, agility and alignment with the Arbitrum communities. We offer logistical support across a decentralized network of builders, stakeholders, and community members.
At OpCo, we value decentralization, high integrity, and collaboration. We are looking for committed individuals who are passionate about operational excellence for DAOs in Web3 and are eager to support the next wave of experimental governance.
Role Overview
Arbitrum’s Operation Company (OpCo) is seeking a Head of OpCo - a visionary leader to design and scale the entity to support the ArbitrumDAO’s long-term mission.
You will define the organization’s growth vision, guide its strategic positioning, and ensure OpCo is structured for sustainable impact. Your focus will be on strategic direction, market insights, ecosystem alignment, and enabling effective execution.
Working closely with the Head of Operations, you’ll establish the foundational systems, governance models, and strategic enablers that allow the DAO to thrive — ensuring alignment, scalability, and resilience across all Arbitrum-aligned entities.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Growth
- Define and execute a comprehensive growth strategy aligned with ArbitrumDAO’s mission and ecosystem objectives
- Develop sustainable revenue models, partnership frameworks, and DAO-aligned funding strategies
- Analyze market trends and emerging opportunities to guide strategic priorities
Stakeholder & Ecosystem Development
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders — regulators, partners, ecosystem builders, and governance bodies
- Represent OpCo publicly, communicating initiatives to the DAO, Web3 leaders, and external audiences
- Ensure strategic cohesion across Arbitrum-aligned entities
Organizational Design & Collaboration
- Partner with the Head of Operations to establish OpCo’s organizational framework and governance systems
- Lead cross-functional collaboration with Product, Governance, and Economics teams
- Foster agility, transparency, and effective decision-making across decentralized teams
Governance & Accountability
- Oversee strategic governance alignment with the DAO’s Oversight and Accountability Team (OAT)
- Promote excellence through transparent governance and measurable performance
Qualifications
Required
- 10+ years of leadership experience in strategy, business development, or executive management in tech or decentralized ecosystems
- Deep understanding of Web3 governance, DAOs, and blockchain ecosystems
- Proven ability to design and execute growth strategies across complex, multi-stakeholder environments
- Strong experience in building senior-level partnerships across regulatory, commercial, and community domains
- Exceptional communication and public representation skills
- Demonstrated ability to translate strategic vision into operational execution
- Entrepreneurial mindset and passion for decentralized innovation
Preferred
- Direct exposure to Arbitrum or Ethereum Layer 2 environments
- Experience in distributed, international teams