Engineering Lead, Custody

<div class="content-intro"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>About BitMEX</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">BitMEX stands as a globally leading exchange for crypto derivatives, offering traders a professional-grade trading platform. Since its inception in 2014, BitMEX has maintained an impeccable security record with “no coin lost, ever!”.</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Our platform caters to cryptocurrency derivatives traders by providing low latency, deep liquidity, and maximum availability. Currently, BitMEX offers more than 100 derivatives contracts, 16 pairs for spot trading, and an easy covert function between 30+ different cryptocurrencies.</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">In 2015, BitMEX revolutionised the market by inventing the Perpetual Swap, which has since become the most widely traded crypto product. Demonstrating a commitment to transparency, since 2021, BitMEX has been among the first exchanges to regularly publish its on-chain Proof of Reserves and Proof of Liabilities, ensuring that the funds available exceed the total client balances."</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">For more information on BitMEX, company initiatives and our products, please visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://blog.bitmex.com/">BitMEX Blog</a> or&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bitmex.com">www.bitmex.com</a>, and follow&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitmex">LinkedIn</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://discord.com/invite/X2jcEX4Csf">Discord</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://t.me/BitMEX_Group">Telegram</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/BitMEX">X</a>.</span></p></div><p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Role Overview&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The Funds &amp; Wallets system powers the custody of digital assets, enabling many thousands of trading customers to make secure deposits as margin in our Trading Engine. Our systems are responsible for tracking deposits and withdrawals, and interacting with the blockchains of supported currencies and networks.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">BitMEX is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Custody Engineering Lead to join our dynamic team. This individual will work closely with our Trading and Wallet Technology Engineers to enhance the security, efficiency, and scalability of our deposit, custody, and withdrawal systems.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The successful candidate will be a technical leader, driving the development and implementation of innovative solutions to safeguard our users' assets and expand our supported currency and network offerings.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lead the development, and implementation of secure and efficient custody solutions for various cryptocurrencies and blockchain networks.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Collaborate with the Head of Custody and Trading and Wallet Technology Engineers to define technical strategy and roadmap for custody, deposits, and withdrawals.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Mentor and guide a team of engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Drive the integration of new cryptocurrencies and blockchain networks into our custody infrastructure.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Optimize the efficiency and reliability of deposit and withdrawal processes, ensuring fast and seamless transactions.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices, security standards, and regulatory compliance.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to custody and wallet operations.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Overseeing our build, test, integration and deployment systems, and in partnership with our Dev-ops engineers managing platform change.&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in blockchain technology, cryptography, and digital asset security.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Contribute to the overall design and evolution of BitMEX's platform.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Qualifications:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or a related discipline.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">At least 8 years of software engineering experience with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior technical role focused on cryptocurrency.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Deep understanding of blockchain technologies, cryptographic principles, and digital asset security best practices.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Proven experience designing and implementing secure and scalable custody solutions.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Exceptional leadership abilities combined with an entrepreneurial spirit.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong strategic thinking and execution skills in dynamic, fast-paced environments.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Good awareness of security threat/vulnerability report impact and mitigation&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Fluency in both written and verbal English.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Why BitMEX?</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">BitMEX offers a dynamic environment that blends intense work, a vibrant culture, and diversity. We actively recruit across time zones to meet growing demands and attract top global talent.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We're seeking determined, responsible, and collaborative individuals to join us in building a leading cryptocurrency ecosystem. We value meticulousness, agility, and simplicity. As a 24/7 global exchange, we look for adaptable team players who can excel in a diverse, cross-market environment.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">In addition, we offer an industry leading benefits package to our permanent employees. Here’s a peek into what we offer:</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We provide flexible arrangements to our remote contract talents with:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Work from home</strong> to help you find the perfect balance between work, family and personal life</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Paid holidays and leave </strong>so you won’t miss out any important events</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Team building &amp; offsite events </strong>to bring our global team closer</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Don’t forget the advantage of our <strong>Beyond Border</strong> <strong>Remote Working</strong> policy, where you get to work away from your home country</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Option to choose to be paid in fiat or crypto currency, providing the flexibility to shape your financial freedom</strong></span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align: right;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>#LI-CH1</em></span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Does this sound like the type of working culture you can thrive in? Apply online now!</span></p></div>