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Stallion is a decentralized bounty platform and talent pipeline. Find bounties, hackathons, gigs, and jobs — or post them. All settled on-chain, instantly.
What you can find on Stallion
Bounties
Time-boxed tasks with fixed rewards. Complete the brief, get paid on-chain.
Hackathons
Competitive build events with prize pools. Build fast, ship something real.
Gigs
Short-term freelance work. Scope defined, payment agreed upfront.
Jobs
Full-time and part-time roles posted by Web3 teams and companies.
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What is Stallion?
Stallion is a decentralized bounty platform and talent pipeline built on the Stellar blockchain. It connects builders, designers, writers, and developers with opportunities — bounties, hackathons, gigs, and jobs — while giving companies and DAOs a verified, on-chain way to source and pay talent.
Two sides of the platform
You find and complete opportunities. You get paid directly to your Stellar wallet — no invoices, no intermediaries.
- Browse bounties, hackathons, gigs, and jobs
- Apply, submit work, and get paid on-chain
- Build a verified on-chain CV over time
- Earn points and grow your reputation
You post opportunities and source talent. Funds are escrowed on-chain so contributors know payment is guaranteed.
- Post bounties, hackathons, gigs, and jobs
- Review submissions and select winners
- Access a verified talent pipeline
- Pay instantly via smart contract
Who builds on Stallion?
Stallion is built for contributors of all kinds across the Stellar and broader Web3 ecosystem:
Supported tokens
| Token | Symbol | Status |
|---|---|---|
| USD Coin | USDC | Live |
| Stellar Lumens | XLM | Live |
| Euro Coin | EURC | Live |
| USD Glo | USDGLO | Live |
Create an Account
Getting started takes about 3 minutes. Choose your role, register with your email, set up two-factor authentication, and you're ready.
MFA is mandatory. Every Stallion account requires TOTP two-factor authentication. You cannot complete registration without it.
Step 1 — Choose your role
The first thing you do at registration is select your role. This shapes what you see on the platform:
Choose this if you want to earn — by completing bounties, entering hackathons, taking gigs, or applying for jobs.
Choose this if you want to post opportunities, source talent, and pay contributors on-chain.
You can only select one role at registration. If you need to switch or access both sides, contact admin@stallion.so.
Step 2 — Register
Go to Sign Up
Visit stallion.so, click Sign Up, select your role, then enter your email and a strong password.
Scan the QR code
Open your authenticator app (Google Authenticator, Authy, etc.) and scan the QR code shown on screen.
Enter your 6-digit code
Type the rotating code from your app to confirm MFA setup. Codes refresh every 30 seconds.
Save your backup codes
You'll receive 10 backup codes. Store them safely — they're your only recovery option if you lose your authenticator app.
You're in
Your account is live. Start browsing opportunities or set up your profile.
Logging in
Every login requires your email, password, and a 6-digit TOTP code from your authenticator app.
If your code isn't accepted, check that your phone's clock is synced — TOTP codes are time-sensitive and expire every 30 seconds.
Setting Up MFA
Stallion uses TOTP (Time-based One-Time Password) as a mandatory second factor on every account. Here's how to get set up in minutes.
Recommended apps
| App | Platform | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Google Authenticator | iOS / Android | Simple and widely used |
| Authy | iOS / Android / Desktop | Supports multi-device sync and backups |
| 1Password | iOS / Android / Desktop | Integrated with your password manager |
| Microsoft Authenticator | iOS / Android | Great for enterprise devices |
Scanning the QR code
- Open your authenticator app and tap Add account or +.
- Select Scan QR code and point your camera at the code on the Stallion registration screen.
- The app adds a Stallion entry with a rotating 6-digit code.
- Enter that code on Stallion to confirm setup.
Backup codes
Stallion generates 10 single-use backup codes when MFA setup completes. Use these to log in if you ever lose access to your authenticator app.
Store your backup codes offline. In a password manager, printed, or written down. Losing both your authenticator and backup codes means losing account access permanently.
Lost your authenticator app?
On the login screen, click Use a backup code. Once in, go to Settings to re-link a new authenticator app. If you've lost both, email admin@stallion.so for manual recovery.
Wallet & Payments
Every Stallion account has a built-in custodial wallet. Rewards land here automatically. Withdraw to any Stellar wallet whenever you're ready.
Your wallet
Go to Wallet in the navigation to see your balance across all supported tokens and your full transaction history.
Receiving rewards
When you win a bounty, hackathon prize, or complete a gig, the Soroban smart contract processes your payout automatically. Funds appear in your Stallion wallet — no action needed from you.
Payouts are handled by background job workers (BullMQ) and typically settle in under 5 seconds.
Withdrawing funds
Go to Wallet → Withdraw
Enter the amount and your destination Stellar wallet address.
Confirm with TOTP
Withdrawals require your 6-digit authenticator code to authorise.
Done
Funds are sent to your Stellar wallet. Track them in your history or on the Stellar explorer.
Supported tokens
| Token | Symbol | Network | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD Coin | USDC | Stellar | Live |
| Stellar Lumens | XLM | Stellar | Live |
| Euro Coin | EURC | Stellar | Live |
| USD Glo | USDGLO | Stellar | Live |
Bounties
Bounties are time-boxed tasks with a fixed reward pool. A creator defines the work, locks the funds in escrow, and contributors race to deliver the best result.
Bounty statuses
Active
Open for applications. Submit your work before the deadline.
In Review
Deadline has passed. The creator is reviewing submissions.
Completed
Winners selected. Rewards distributed on-chain.
Creating a bounty
Go to Create → Bounty and fill in:
- A clear title and description of the task
- The reward amount and token (USDC, XLM, EURC, or USDGLO)
- A submission deadline
- How rewards are split across winners
Once created, the reward is locked in smart contract escrow. The reward amount cannot be reduced after funding.
Multi-winner payouts
Rewards can be split across multiple winners. Assign each a percentage totalling 100%. Example: 500 USDC → 1st 60% (300 USDC), 2nd 40% (200 USDC).
Hackathons
Hackathons are competitive, time-limited build events with prize pools. Teams or individuals build a project around a theme or problem statement and compete for rewards — all settled on-chain.
How hackathons work
A hackathon is announced
The creator sets the theme, rules, prize pool, start and end dates, and eligibility criteria.
You register to participate
Sign up for the hackathon individually or as a team before the registration deadline.
Build during the event window
Work on your project within the hackathon timeframe. Collaborate, iterate, and ship.
Submit your project
Before the submission deadline, submit your project with a demo, repo link, and description.
Judging and prizes
Judges (or community voting) determine winners. Prize pool is distributed on-chain to the winning teams.
Hackathon vs Bounty
| Bounty | Hackathon | |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Individual task | Competitive build event |
| Duration | Days to weeks | Days to months |
| Team | Solo | Solo or team |
| Winners | 1 or more, creator picks | Ranked prizes, judged |
| Payment | Fixed reward, escrowed | Prize pool, distributed on-chain |
Hackathons are a great way to build your on-chain CV fast — shipping a real project under competitive conditions signals a lot to future employers and clients on Stallion.
Projects
Projects on Stallion cover two types of paid work: Gigs (short-term freelance tasks assigned to one contributor) and Jobs (ongoing full-time or part-time roles posted by Web3 teams and companies). Select a type below to learn more.
Gigs are short-term freelance engagements posted by creators who need specific work done quickly. Unlike bounties which are open competitions, a gig is typically assigned to one contributor.
How gigs work
Browse open gigs
Filter by skill, token, or duration. Each listing shows the scope, pay rate, and timeline clearly.
Apply with your profile
Send an application with your relevant experience. Your on-chain CV gives creators verified proof of your past work.
Get selected
The creator reviews applicants and assigns the gig to their chosen contributor.
Deliver the work
Complete and submit your deliverable within the agreed timeline.
Get paid
On approval, payment is released from escrow directly to your Stallion wallet.
Gig vs Bounty
| Gig | Bounty | |
|---|---|---|
| Selection | Creator picks one person | Open competition, best wins |
| Scope | Defined upfront, 1-on-1 | Open brief, multiple submissions |
| Best for | Specific, scoped tasks | Creative or competitive tasks |
Applying & Submitting
Whether it's a bounty, hackathon, gig, or job — here's how the application and submission process works on Stallion.
General flow
Find an opportunity
Browse by type — bounty, hackathon, gig, or job. Filter by skill, reward size, or deadline.
Read the brief carefully
Each listing has specific requirements, deliverables, timelines, and submission criteria. Understand them fully before applying.
Apply
Click Apply. Depending on the type, you'll submit your work, a proposal, or your profile.
Update before the deadline
For bounties and hackathons, you can revise your submission any time before the deadline. After the deadline, submissions lock.
Get selected and paid
If selected, payment is triggered automatically by the smart contract for on-chain opportunities. For jobs, terms are agreed with the employer.
Submission tips
- Quality over speed — submitting early gives no advantage on bounties. Focus on the best possible work.
- Follow the brief exactly — reviewers reject submissions that don't meet the stated criteria.
- Show your process — for design and development work, a short explanation of your approach helps reviewers.
- Use your on-chain CV — for gigs and jobs, your verified Stallion history speaks louder than a portfolio link.
One active submission per bounty per user. You can update it before the deadline, but cannot submit multiple separate entries to the same bounty.
Posting Opportunities
As a Creator, you can post bounties, hackathons, gigs, and jobs directly on Stallion. Each type has different settings and payment flows.
What you can post
Bounty
Open competition. Reward goes to the best submission.
Hackathon
Build event with a prize pool. Teams compete over a set window.
Gig
Assign one contributor. Scoped work, payment on delivery.
Job
Ongoing role. Full-time or part-time, crypto or fiat comp.
Posting a bounty or gig
Go to Create and select the type. You'll need to provide:
- Title, description, and deliverable requirements
- Reward amount and token (USDC, XLM, EURC, or USDGLO)
- Submission deadline
- For bounties: winner split percentages
- For gigs: number of positions and assignment criteria
Reward funds are locked in escrow on the Soroban smart contract at the time of posting. You cannot reduce the reward after it's been funded.
Posting a hackathon
Hackathon listings require additional configuration:
- Theme and problem statement
- Registration open and close dates
- Hackathon start and end dates
- Prize pool breakdown (1st, 2nd, 3rd, special tracks, etc.)
- Judging criteria and judge details
- Eligibility rules (individual, team, region, etc.)
Posting a job
- Job title, team, and company description
- Role type (full-time, part-time, contract)
- Location (remote, hybrid, or on-site)
- Compensation range and currency
- Required skills and experience
- Application deadline and hiring process details
Talent Pipeline
Stallion isn't just a place to post tasks — it's a talent discovery engine. Creators can search, filter, and directly reach out to verified contributors based on their on-chain track record.
Why it's different
Traditional hiring relies on self-reported CVs. On Stallion, every contributor's skills and delivery record are verified by the blockchain — you see exactly what they've built, what they've won, and what they've been paid for.
Verified track record
Every bounty win, hackathon placement, and completed gig is permanently recorded on-chain. No inflated CVs.
Filter by skill and reputation
Search contributors by skill type, experience level, and reputation score to find the right person fast.
Direct outreach
Message top contributors directly to offer gigs, jobs, or private bounties without posting publicly.
Emerging regions
Stallion is specifically designed to surface talent from emerging markets — builders and creatives who are underrepresented on traditional hiring platforms.
As a contributor, the best way to be discovered is to consistently complete bounties and hackathons. Every submission you win strengthens your profile and makes you more visible to hiring creators.
Reputation & Points
Every opportunity you complete on Stallion adds to a permanent, blockchain-verified record of your work. This is your On-Chain CV — undeniable proof of your skills to any future employer, partner, or collaborator on the platform.
How points are earned
- Winning a bounty earns points proportional to the reward size
- Placing in a hackathon earns points based on your rank and prize tier
- Successfully completing a gig earns points on delivery
- Consistency and volume of completed work builds your score over time
Why reputation matters
Your Stallion reputation score and history are visible on your public profile. Creators review it when selecting bounty winners, assigning gigs, and shortlisting job applicants. A strong on-chain record is your competitive edge.
Reputation cannot be purchased or gamed — it is built entirely from real, verified, on-chain completed work.
Smart Contract
Stallion's payment logic runs on a Soroban smart contract deployed on Stellar mainnet. Bounty, hackathon, and gig payments are all handled on-chain — escrowed at creation and released automatically to winners.
What the contract does
Escrow rewards
Locks funds at the time of posting. Creators cannot withdraw them once an opportunity is live.
Record submissions
Logs application and submission events on-chain for full transparency.
Distribute rewards
Automatically pays USDC, XLM, EURC, or USDGLO to winners per the defined split — no intermediaries.
Enforce time-based state
Transitions opportunities through states (Active → In Review → Completed) based on deadlines automatically.
Contract architecture
Source & verification
Mainnet contract address and Soroban explorer verification link are in the stallion-contract GitHub repo.
License
Licensed under Boost Software License 1.0 (BSL-1.0). See the LICENSE file for full terms.
API Reference
The Stallion backend is a REST API built with NestJS. All protected endpoints require a JWT Bearer token. Full interactive Swagger docs are at /api/docs.
External API access is managed directly by the Stallion team. Partners looking to integrate should contact admin@stallion.so.
Authentication
Include a JWT Bearer token in every protected request:
Authorization: Bearer <your_jwt_token>Tokens expire after 7 days. Obtain one via POST /auth/login.
Endpoints
Security
Stallion is built with security at every layer — from mandatory MFA on all accounts to on-chain escrow that removes the need to trust any single party with your funds.
Account security
- Mandatory TOTP MFA — every account requires an authenticator app. No opt-out.
- 10 backup codes — issued at registration for account recovery.
- JWT authentication — sessions managed with 7-day expiry tokens.
- Role-based access control — Creator and Contributor roles have separate permissions. Admin roles cannot be self-assigned.
On-chain fund security
- Escrow model — reward funds are locked in the Soroban contract at posting. Creators cannot withdraw them once an opportunity is live.
- Automatic payouts — funds go directly from the contract to winners with no intermediary.
- Immutable records — all actions are recorded on-chain permanently.
- Time-based enforcement — opportunity state transitions are enforced by the contract, not the platform.
Reporting a vulnerability
Email admin@stallion.so. Do not open public GitHub issues for security concerns.
FAQ
We get it — curiosity leads to success. Here are the most common questions.
Platform
For Companies: We eliminate the "resume noise." Stallion is a decentralized vetting pipeline — you see verified on-chain proof of what candidates have actually built and shipped.
Hackathon: Competitive build event with a prize pool, judging, and a defined time window.
Gig: Short-term freelance work assigned to one contributor by the creator.
Job: Ongoing full-time or part-time role posted by a Web3 team or company.
For Companies: Full transparency. Funds are held in escrow and only released when milestones are met — your budget is always tied to results.
For Companies: A trust layer. View a contributor's actual on-chain history of completed work before engaging them — no self-reported claims.
Accounts
Payments
Changelog
Release notes for the Stallion platform.
Stallion is live on Soroban mainnet. Bounties, hackathons, gigs, and job listings are all available.
Shipped
- Soroban smart contract deployed and verified on Stellar mainnet
- Bounty, hackathon, gig, and job listing support
- Contributor and Creator role system with role selection at registration
- Full bounty lifecycle: create → apply → submit → review → payout
- Hackathon registration, submission, and prize distribution
- Multi-winner reward distribution with custom percentage splits
- In-app custodial wallet with USDC, XLM, EURC, and USDGLO support
- Withdrawal to external Stellar wallets
- Mandatory TOTP MFA + 10 backup codes on all accounts
- Points-based on-chain reputation system and On-Chain CV
- Talent pipeline for Creator discovery of verified contributors
- Real-time performance monitoring and uptime dashboards
- Ecosystem partner integrations for grant and DAO bounty feeds
- Automated payout queue via BullMQ workers
- Swagger API docs at
/api/docs
Notes
- External self-serve API keys are not available in v1.0. Partner integrations are managed directly by the Stallion team.
- Cross-chain support is on the roadmap.