Working in Blockchain – A New Career Frontier for Young Vietnamese Talent

 

In recent years, blockchain has emerged as a promising field for young Vietnamese, especially those who love tech, crave challenges, and aren’t afraid to step out of their comfort zones. What used to be a niche topic about cryptocurrencies and coding is now a vibrant, expanding industry covering everything from content, marketing, product, and operations to community-building and branding. Luckily, you don’t need to be a programmer to work in blockchain. Just being curious enough, eager to learn, and your eagerness to put in the effort, there’s likely a place for you here already.

One of the most common misconceptions is that “you have to know how to code to work in blockchain.” In reality, the diversity of Web3 business models has created a wide range of roles for young people from various backgrounds:

• Software engineers, smart contract developers
• Data analysts, product managers
• Content writers, copywriters, creative producers for Web3 projects
• Marketing, branding, community development
• User support, operations, project management, and much more

Web3 projects now require talents in content creation, branding, market research, and community management—areas where Vietnamese youth already have a strong advantage. Examples would be a journalism graduate can become a content writer for a DeFi project. A law student might pivot into legal consulting for crypto exchanges. Even fresh graduates, if proactive and willing to learn, can start with internships, community roles, or operational support. The blockchain environment is especially well-suited for Millennials and Gen Z, which are those who embrace change and actively seek out new experiences.

• A dynamic yet competitive playground: The crypto industry is attracting a surge of young talent eager to get started—even at entry-level salaries—to gain hands-on experience. It’s a great training ground, but also requires self-driven growth to truly stand out.
• The gap is real—but so is the opportunity: While there’s a noticeable gap between juniors and seniors, this gap is also a growth path. Those with a clear roadmap and consistent effort can move up quickly. Senior talent with 5+ years of experience remains scarce and highly sought after by top-tier exchanges, often with premium offers.
• Learn smart, avoid exploitation: Some less-transparent projects may take advantage of newcomers—offloading heavy workloads without fair compensation. Choose learning environments wisely: look for places where you can truly grow, contribute, and be respected.
• Language skills open doors: English is a baseline requirement in most Web3 companies. Knowing Chinese, however, can be a major advantage when applying to Asia-based firms.
• Adaptability is essential: The crypto world is a fusion of finance, technology, regulation, and community. It evolves quickly. Those who stay curious, keep learning, and adapt fast will thrive.
• Non-tech background? No problem—if you commit: Professionals from traditional industries like marketing, finance, or media may feel overwhelmed at first. But with focused learning during the first 1–2 years, it’s absolutely possible to build a strong foundation and transition successfully into the space.

BingX – A Sustainable Launchpad for Blockchain Careers in Vietnam

With over 20 million users globally, BingX is not just a crypto exchange; it’s a workplace built for innovation, openness, and continuous growth.In Vietnam, we are actively building high-quality teams across branding, content, marketing, KOLs, PR, and community. At BingX, we welcome both entry-level talents eager to learn, and seasoned professionals seeking an environment to scale their impact.