[Remote] Lead Product Manager, Token

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Circle is one of the world’s leading internet financial platform companies, building the foundation of a more open, global economy through digital assets and payment applications. The Lead Product Manager, Token will define and lead the exploration of utility token opportunities for the Arc ecosystem, working cross-functionally to shape the economic model and governance framework of a potential native token.ResponsibilitiesDesign a potential token and governance architecture: Develop and contribute to a potential token design, tokenomics and phased roadmap for Arc and related ecosystem partiesModel economic systems and incentive structures: Create simulations and scenario analyses to evaluate token distributions, validator rewards, staking mechanisms, and incentive structures that drive usage of the Arc networkOperationalize governance frameworks: Define systems, tooling, and processes for onchain and offchain governance — from proposal frameworks to validator councils and community engagementCollaborate cross-functionally: Partner with Circle’s Product, Legal, Policy, and Treasury teams to ensure regulatory alignment and financial soundnessEngage the broader community: Develop documentation, playbooks, and forums to educate and activate participants — from developers to institutions to usersBenchmark and research: Continuously analyze market-leading governance systems, token designs, and economic mechanisms to inform Circle’s approachSkills5+ years of experience across crypto research, token design, protocol economics, or governance operationsDeep understanding of tokenomics, game theory, and token governanceStrong analytical skills; experience running financial or economic models for token ecosystemsProven ability to manage complex, cross-functional workstreams — influencing without authorityAbility to distill technical concepts into clear frameworks and communicationsStrategic mindset with bias toward execution and measurable ecosystem outcomesExceptional written and verbal communication skillsExperience with onchain protocols or staking economics strongly preferredCompany OverviewCircle helps businesses and developers utilize stablecoins for payments and online commerce. It was founded in 2013, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.circle.com.Company H1B SponsorshipCircle has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2026, 32 in 2025, 41 in 2024, 43 in 2023, 25 in 2022, 4 in 2021, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.