Input Output (IOHK)

Hackathon Program Manager

Input Output (IOHK)

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United Kingdom

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Tech Stack

Web3

About the role

  • Own the global hackathon program, spanning virtual, in-person, and partner-led initiatives.
  • Deliver a consistent, high-quality cadence of global hackathons that attract and activate developers.
  • Ensure hackathons produce projects that mature into Build Club and ecosystem pipelines.
  • Provide developers with clear, rewarding next steps beyond demo day.
  • Strengthen Midnight’s reputation as the chain where builders learn, launch, and grow.
  • Manage the full program lifecycle: theme design, structure, mentor assignments, judging, prizes, comms, and reporting.
  • Develop and maintain scalable frameworks, templates, and playbooks to ensure consistency across regions.
  • Track and report on key funnel metrics: registrations, submissions, conversions to Build Club, and retention rates.
  • Collaborate with DevRel Engineers and the Developer Educator to align hackathon themes with learning content and example DApps.
  • Partner with the Academy Instructor and Technical Writers to turn hackathon outputs into learning materials.
  • Manage relationships with global partners, including HackQuest, EasyA, RiseIn, MLH, and Devpost/Dora.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in developer relations, program management, or community operations.
  • Proven track record running hackathons, accelerators, or builder programs.
  • Strong organizational, coordination, and communication skills.
  • Ability to connect events to measurable developer outcomes (growth, retention, activation).
  • Data-driven and comfortable analyzing program metrics.
  • Experience in blockchain/Web3 and open-source ecosystems.
  • **Nice to Have**
  • Familiarity with developer education programs or university outreach.
  • Existing network in hackathon organizations, blockchain clubs, or developer communities.
  • Public speaking or community-facing content experience (workshops, livestreams, presentations).
  • Fluency in additional human or programming languages.
Benefits
  • - Remote work
  • - Competitive PTO
  • - Medical, Dental & Optical coverage
  • - Life Insurance & Critical Illness
  • - Pension

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
program managementdata analysisevent coordinationdeveloper relationscommunity operationsblockchainWeb3open-source ecosystemspublic speakingprogram metrics
Soft skills
organizational skillscommunication skillscoordination skillsdata-driven mindsetrelationship managementcollaborationcreativityproblem-solvingleadershipadaptability