About the Job:
The company is one of the fastest-growing cryptocurrency derivatives exchanges, established in March 2018, boasting over 70 million registered users. We offer a professional platform where traders can access an ultra-fast matching engine, excellent customer service, and multilingual community support. Our innovative services include online spot and derivatives trading, mining and staking products, as well as API support for retail and institutional clients worldwide.
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We are seeking an innovation-driven Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead the company's global technology vision and execution. The CTO will be a crypto-passionate leader with deep fintech or financial services experience, capable of scaling world-class trading systems while pioneering the next era of blockchain-driven financial infrastructure. This role is essential in shaping the future of crypto trading, custody, and payments through groundbreaking technology.
Key Responsibilities:
- Vision & Strategy: Define and drive the company's technology vision and multi-year roadmap, aligning with business goals and global regulatory requirements.
- Innovation & Product Development: Oversee the design and delivery of ultra-low-latency trading platforms and advanced derivatives products.
- Infrastructure & Security: Architect scalable, resilient, and high-performance systems capable of handling billions in daily trading volume.
- Leadership & Team Building: Build and inspire a global, high-performing engineering and technology organization.
- Governance & Stakeholder Management: Ensure all technology operations comply with international regulatory and data privacy standards.
Candidate Profile:
- Proven Leader: 15+ years in technology leadership roles, including 5+ years as a CTO or equivalent.
- Crypto & Fintech Expertise: Experience in global fintech platforms or stock exchanges, with top-tier crypto exchanges preferred.
- Blockchain-Passionate: Strong understanding of blockchain protocols and crypto trading infrastructure.
- Technical Excellence: Background in high-frequency trading systems, distributed systems, and cloud-based architecture.
- Global Perspective: Experience leading multi-region, multicultural technology teams.
- Entrepreneurship & Problem Solving: Strong ownership and innovation mindset.
Languages: Fluency in English; proficiency in Mandarin is a strong advantage.
Why Join Us:
At the company, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching work environment including:
- Study Growth Fund: Support for your professional development and continuous learning.
- Internal Events: Regular team-building activities and workshops.
- Global Collaboration: Work with a diverse, international team.
- Career Advancement: Opportunities for growth within a rapidly expanding company.
- Internal Mobility: Enhance your career path with internal job opportunities.
