About Sentient

At Sentient, we’re pioneering the decentralized artificial general intelligence (AGI) frontier, breaking free from the constraints of centralized AI models. Our cutting-edge platform is designed to democratize AI development, empowering communities to collaboratively train and control AI models in a truly open and accessible ecosystem.

Fueled by our expertise in distributed systems, cryptography, and AI, we’re building a game-changing environment that fosters open-source development and ensures fair value distribution. Say goodbye to the monopolies of the past – Sentient’s decentralized network promotes model composability and adherence to our foundational principles of transparency, trust, and inclusivity.

Imagine being part of a team that’s shaping the future of AGI, where innovation knows no boundaries, and the collective intelligence of global communities drives progress. Join us on this exhilarating journey as we redefine the AI landscape, unleashing the full potential of trustless, decentralized AGI.

Sentient is backed by leading Silicon Valley venture capital firms including Founders’ Fund, Pantera, and Framework.

About the role

Sentient is seeking a Director of Community who will be responsible for building, scaling, and nurturing our growing community of developers, data contributors, and AI enthusiasts. The ideal candidate will deeply understand both AI and crypto landscapes, is passionate about decentralized systems, and thrive in fast-paced environments.

This role will bridge Sentient’s core development team and our community, promoting positive engagement and excitement about our vision and progress. As the Director of Community, you will build programs, initiatives, and incentives to engage the community, drive user participation, and create strong advocates for Sentient.

What you'll do

• Community Growth & Engagement: Lead initiatives to expand Sentient's community through strategic outreach across platforms like Discord, Twitter, and Telegram, ensuring the community remains engaged and informed.
• Voice & Culture: Help guide and shape the voice of Sentient’s community, representing the values of trust, innovation, and openness while fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
• Content & Programs: Develop educational programs, contests, and engagement strategies (e.g., AMAs, office hours, Twitter Spaces) to educate the community, generate content, and grow the community organically.
• Moderator Management: Scale the community by hiring and coordinating moderators across multiple regions as the community expands internationally.
• Data-Driven Strategy: Track community-oriented KPIs and optimize strategies based on data, using feedback loops to inform both community initiatives and Sentient's broader business and development goals.
• Bridge Between Teams: Act as a liaison between the community, development, and business teams to ensure community feedback is integrated into the product development roadmap.
• Crypto-Native Marketing: Help Sentient’s marketing efforts by being terminally online, engaging with the community through memes, alpha leaks, and valuable content, all while maintaining the fun and informative nature of the community.

Qualifications

• Crypto-Native & AI Enthusiast: Deep understanding of both decentralized AI and blockchain technologies, and familiarity with Web3 narratives and personalities.
• Community Leadership: Proven track record of leading and scaling community initiatives in decentralized technology (Layer 1s, DeFi protocols, AI platforms).
• Technical Savvy: Experience managing online communities across Twitter, Discord, Telegram, and using bots, tools, and analytics to scale community efforts.
• Engagement Experience: Experience organizing and managing ambassador or community engagement programs, as well as incentivizing community participation through contests, token rewards, or similar initiatives.
• Data-Driven Approach: Ability to track and measure the success of community initiatives, distill actionable insights, and pivot strategies to meet growth KPIs.
• Collaborative Team Player: Ability to work closely with bizdev, marketing, and technical teams to execute community strategies that align with Sentient's overall mission.

Nice to Have

• Multilingual: Capability to engage and expand Sentient’s community globally.
• Existing Audience: A personal following across Twitter, Telegram, or other platforms would be a strong advantage for evangelizing Sentient’s mission.