Location: Remote (Global)
Position Type: Full-Time
Reports To: ChainGPT Holding / Board
Project: AIVM - AI-Native Layer-1 Blockchain
About ChainGPT
ChainGPT is a dynamic blockchain and AI company that prioritizes innovation, transparency, and meaningful impact. Our culture empowers exceptional, self-driven individuals to act decisively, leverage advanced AI tools, and consistently deliver value-driven outcomes. We foster an open, collaborative environment where creative thinking thrives, enabling every team member to take ownership and contribute meaningfully to our ambitious future.
About AIVM
AIVM is an AI-native Layer-1 blockchain designed to power the next generation of decentralized AI infrastructure, agents, and compute markets. Built at the intersection of AI, blockchain, and real economic utility, AIVM aims to become the foundational execution and settlement layer for AI workloads in Web3.
Backed and incubated by ChainGPT, AIVM is entering a critical phase: transitioning from a technically strong vision into a globally adopted, revenue-generating blockchain ecosystem.
We are now seeking a CEO who will become the face, operator, and long-term leader of AIVM.
The Role
We are looking for a high-credibility Web3 CEO with a proven track record of leading blockchain or infrastructure-scale crypto projects.
This is not a ceremonial role.
* Own the vision, execution, and commercial success of AIVM
* Lead VC fundraising and strategic partnerships
* Drive product direction, ecosystem growth, and adoption
* Build, manage, and inspire a world-class cross-functional team
* Represent AIVM publicly as the trusted face of the blockchain
(You are not expected to code, but must deeply understand blockchain architecture, incentives, and trade-offs.)
Fundraising & Investor Relations
* Vision, Strategy & Leadership
* Own the end-to-end strategy for AIVM as a Layer-1 blockchain
* Define and execute the long-term vision, roadmap, and market positioning
* Make high-stakes business, product, and ecosystem decisions
* Align engineering, product, marketing, BD, and community under a unified strategy
* Act as the final decision-maker on priorities, trade-offs, and execution
* Lead VC fundraising rounds (Seed, Strategic, Series A+)
* Build strong relationships with top-tier Web3 funds, strategic investors, and partners
* Craft and own the investment narrative, pitch decks, and data rooms
* Represent AIVM in investor meetings, conferences, and private briefings
* Manage ongoing investor communications, updates, and governance
* Co-lead product strategy and roadmap alongside the Product Owner / Head of Product
* Ensure strong alignment between technology, market needs, and monetization
* Guide decisions around:
o Validator economics & token design
o SDKs, APIs, AI agent infrastructure
o Developer experience & tooling
* Ensure the blockchain evolves toward real usage, not just technical elegance
Product & Technology Leadership
Own the end-to-end strategy for AIVM as a Layer-1 blockchain.
Define and execute long-term vision, roadmap, and market positioning.
Marketing, Narrative & Public Presence
Team Building & Company Operations
* Ecosystem Growth, Adoption & Revenue
* Drive real adoption: developers, validators, AI builders, enterprises
* Ensure AIVM becomes a used blockchain, not just a speculative asset
* Lead strategies for:
o Developer onboarding & grants
o Strategic integrations & partnerships
o Enterprise or protocol-level adoption
* Own revenue generation models (fees, infrastructure services, enterprise usage, etc.)
* Act as the public face of AIVM
* Lead the market narrative around AI x Blockchain
* Work closely with marketing and community teams to:
o Shape positioning and messaging
o Appear in AMAs, panels, interviews, and conferences
o Build long-term trust with the ecosystem and investors
* Establish AIVM as a credible, serious infrastructure project
* Build, scale, and lead a high-performance global team
* Hire and manage senior leaders across:
o Engineering
o Product
o Marketing
o BD / Partnerships
o Operations
* Establish execution discipline, accountability, and clear ownership
* Create a culture of speed, trust, and excellence
Requirements
Who You Are
Must-Have Experience
* Proven experience as CEO, Founder, or senior executive in:
o A Layer-1 / Layer-2 blockchain
o Core crypto infrastructure
o High-growth Web3 protocol or platform
* Demonstrated success raising capital from VCs in Web3
* Deep understanding of:
o Blockchain ecosystems
o Token economics
o Validators, developers, and network incentives
* Strong product intuition and ability to translate vision into execution
Ideal Background
* Previously led or played a key role in a well-known blockchain or crypto project
* Recognizable track record that VCs respect and trust
* Experience scaling from early-stage to growth
* Strong network across:
o Web3 VCs
o Founders
o Protocol teams
o Strategic partners
Personal Attributes
* Natural leader with high ownership mentality
* Decisive, structured, and execution-focused
* Comfortable with ambiguity and high-pressure environments
* Excellent communicator — both internally and externally
Benefits
* Opportunity to lead and shape a next-generation AI-native blockchain
* Strong technical foundation and backing from ChainGPT
* High autonomy, real authority, and board-level impact
* Competitive compensation package:
o Salary
o Token / equity incentives aligned with long-term success
* Global visibility and the chance to define a category-defining protocol
What We Offer
* Opportunity to lead and shape a next-generation AI-native blockchain
* Strong technical foundation and backing from ChainGPT
* High autonomy, real authority, and board-level impact
* Competitive compensation package:
o Salary
o Token / equity incentives aligned with long-term success
* Global visibility and the chance to define a category-defining protocol
Why This Role Matters
This is a career-defining role.
AIVM does not need a manager — it needs a leader who can turn vision into a globally adopted blockchain, inspire confidence in investors, and build something that lasts.
If you are someone whose name alone can open doors, and whose execution can justify that trust — this role was designed for you.
Additional Information
* Employment Compliance and Confidentiality: All employees will be onboarded through our official payroll and HR provider, which manages employment documentation, tax withholdings, and compliance with legal requirements based on the employee's country of residence. Each new hire is required to complete KYC verification, sign NDA, execute an employment contract, and fulfill additional legal requirements specific to your jurisdiction.
* Employment Structure: The position is offered on either an employee or contractor basis. Individuals will receive payment via direct deposit on a monthly basis.
* Compensation: Salaries are paid in fiat currency via direct deposit; payments issued on the first business day of each month.
* Probationary Period: All new employees will undergo a 90‑day probationary period.
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