Crypto, Blockchain, Web3, NFT, Defi...
As the world moves towards decentralization, these buzzwords are the talk of the moment. Web3 is currently the biggest thing in the hiring world.
This industry is different from the one we know of. According to Nat Eliason’s article on the Generational Wealth Opportunity:
“This is a radically different world than the headshots, LinkedIn, and resume world of Web2. If you’re not comfortable being interviewed by someone presenting as an anime character and never having a voice call, you might be a little uncomfortable."
If you're new to this industry and thinking of where to land your first Web3 job, I've got the answer for you. In this article, I present the 10 best platforms to land your first Web3 job. Here we go:
10 Best Job Boards To Land Your First Web3 Job
Crypto Jobs List ranks as the biggest list of all cryptocurrency jobs in the world. The platform has over 2014 companies, 6892 jobs, and 109,000 applications as of the time of this writing.
The platform started in September 2017 by Raman Shalupau to curate all the jobs around blockchain, cryptocurrency, and Web3. It shows how many people have applied to a particular job, so you can be among the first to get an interview. Its headquarters is currently in Singapore.
Web3 Career is an amazing platform to get jobs in Web3, even as a designer or a person not familiar with tech. From Analyst, Backend, Blockchain, Community Manager, CTO, Customer Support, Dao, Defi, Design, to DevOps, these jobs are featured in the platform.
The biggest perk of this platform is that they curate all new jobs at leading companies and startups that use blockchain technology.
They have reached over 225 countries since their inception and have posted over 9,000 crypto jobs on their platform, which is updated daily. What I love about them is their drive to connect people with companies moving toward decentralization.
Remote3 is helping professionals all around the world to find the best remote jobs in cryptocurrency. Newbies have access to guides and tutorials and can create an excellent Web3 portfolio, which is a great way to stand out to your employers.
The search tool of Remote3 enables you to find the most relevant remote Web3 jobs in tech and non-tech.
Crypto.jobs is an amazing platform that connects talented professionals to the best blockchain projects in the industry. It is trusted by OKX, Huobi, Cardano Foundation, and ConsenSys to hire the best blockchain talent.
It is used by over 40K+ professionals to connect with startups in Web3. It also has a very streamlined application process for you to apply to as many jobs as possible in a short time.
As the name implies, this site connects you with internships and contract work for leading blockchain companies. From the comfort of your home, you can apply to blockchain internships all around the world with the click of a button.
The site has an excellent user interface that allows you to narrow down internship opportunities by location. Also, the site is updated daily for maximum visibility.
Since its inception in 2019, Crypto Jobs Daily has been the platform for connecting recruiters with the right set of skills and talents in the Web3 industry. As an employer, you can recruit talent with the right skills and experience to match your company.
Working with over 100 blockchain startups and based in London, the platform helps to find and connect blockchain talent with the right company.
Although not originally designed as a job platform, UseWeb3 is a platform for developers to explore and learn about Web3. Whether you're in engineering, smart contracts, design, product, full-stack or front-end, UseWeb3 is the platform for transitioning as a seasoned professional in the Web3 space.
Another amazing feature of the site is the books, guides, podcasts, websites, and even movies for you to learn about Web3. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned professional making the transition into the Web3 space, UseWeb3 has the perfect career path for you.
Founded in 2010, AngelList is a US website that connects angel investors, startups, and job seekers together. It is not a predominantly crypto-job platform but offers many tech roles for people seeking opportunities.
The platform connects talent with over 35,000 recruiting companies. Currently, it has more than 5 million registered users. You can see the salaries of the companies you're applying to and select the ones based on your preferences.
This is one of the most trusted recruitment boards in the crypto industry, hiring people from a wide range of areas. They cut across Defi (Decentralized Finance), Gamefi (Blockchain Gaming/Metaverse Projects), Layer 1 and 2 Solutions (Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, Polygon, Arbitrum, Fantom, Polkadot), Non-Fungible Tokens (NFT) and other areas that involve crypto-specific talent.
Signing up with Crypto Recruit gives you access to a network of consultants and hiring managers who can guide you into Web3 finesse. A simplistic user interface helps to navigate the crypto world easily on the site.
Building the Required Skill Set
As someone seeking to further their professional career, you need the right set of skills, a formidable brand, and the right networks. This also applies to the Web3 career path.
For someone applying to be a blockchain writer, you need content writing skills and excellent communication skills. For someone applying to be a developer, you need expertise in NodeJS, Javascript, and application programming interface (API) integrations. For someone applying to be a 3D artist, you should be proficient in Blender and Maya and have expertise in creating in-game skins.
As a general rule, Cointelegraph gives us a foundation for all Web3 applications.
Becoming an intern, joining relevant crypto communities, reaching out to companies and brands that talk about crypto, and building your portfolio will no doubt make you job-worthy.
According to Rebekah Bastian and Julia Lipton in The Influence of Web3 on the Future of Work:
Remember, this new freelance economy is different from the gig economy in that there aren’t centralized corporations creating those jobs—the people doing the work have ownership of the result. " In Web3, earning is non-linear because freelancers own a huge part of the marketplace. Additionally, freelancers working for Web3 projects can earn a combination of stablecoins and tokens, and those tokens can offer uncapped upside.”
Conclusion
With all these tools, your journey to Web3 success should be smooth. Use all this information carefully, and you should be able to land your first role in Web 3. I wish you luck!
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