Director of Engineering, Blockchain.com
Growth & Monetization
+ Equity
Cryptocurrency exchange & financial services firm
Job no longer available
Cryptocurrency exchange & financial services firm
501-1000 employees
Job no longer available
+ Equity
501-1000 employees
Company mission
Blockchain.com's mission is to build the future of the financial system, and to change it for the better.
Role
Who you are
- The foremost quality for this position or any position at Blockchain.com is integrity
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field
- At least 10+ years of relevant engineering experience, with a strong background in a startup or high-growth consumer environment
- Special bonus point if you have been a founder in the past
- Previous experience designing back-end systems as an individual contributor with JVM languages (Java, Kotlin, Scala)
- Proven experience in consumer and retail-focused projects, understanding user behaviors and preferences
- Strong leadership and people management skills, including experience leading and scaling engineering teams
- Expertise in crypto and DeFi projects is a plus but not required
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional team
What the job involves
- We are looking for our next Engineering Director based in London to lead and manage our Growth & Monetization team
- You will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our Retail products, ensuring seamless user experiences, and driving growth initiatives in the fast-paced crypto environment
- Lead and mentor a team of 15 engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Drive the technical vision and strategy for the Growth vertical, aligning with overall company goals and objectives
- Work closely with product managers, designers, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet consumer and retail needs
- Champion a growth mindset within the team, focusing on experimentation, data-driven decision-making, and rapid iterations to optimize user acquisition, engagement, and conversion
- Ensure the engineering team meets project deadlines, adheres to best practices, and maintains high standards of code quality and security
Salary benchmarks
Otta's take
Xav Kearney
CTO of Otta
Blockchain.com was founded in 2011 with the aim of making Bitcoin more compelling and efficient for consumers. It's now the world's leading provider of digital currency and distributed ledger software, with over 35 million users and $1 trillion in crypto transactions conducted on the platform.
Cryptocurrencies have become a fundamental part of both financial and cultural life. And yet, their world is often still murky and confusing to the uninitiated. Blockchain.com have been focused on bringing further exposure of digital assets to mainstream audiences. As part of this, the company partnered with the NFL team, Dallas Cowboys, which has bought with it branding, advertising, content and event opportunities.
The company has impressive funding at its back, that was raised in an otherwise turbulent time for venture capital markets. This stands to signify the attractiveness of the company to investors, which certainly bodes well for its future success.
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Nov 2023
$110m
SERIES E
Mar 2021
$300m
SERIES C
Total funding: $600m
Company benefits
- Meaningful Equity
- Crypto Bonus
- HealthCare
- Paid Family Leave
- Get the equipment you need
- Unlimited Vacation
- Remote-first
- Offsites
Company values
- Be relentless: A journey into uncharted territory doesn’t come without challenges. Don’t give up. Stay in the fight. Find a way
- Build like an owner: Remember: we’re a startup, first and last. Have a bias for action. Take pride in what you ship. Raise the bar.
- Be a team player: Put teamwork and the mission above your ego. Be willing to lend a hand. Ask for help when you need it.
- Communicate with candor: Realize the best ideas are forged by fire. Challenge ideas respectfully when you disagree. See giving and getting feedback as a gift.
- Embrace an infinite mindset: Know that building the financial system of the future will take decades. Aim for long term impact over short term gains. Set audacious goals. Don’t be afraid to take risks.
Company HQ
London, UK
Articles
Founders
Peter Smith
(CEO)Peter is a 2016 World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer, and Director and Board Member at UK Finance.
Nicolas Cary
(President)Founder Commmissioner of the Blockchain Commission for Sustainable Development. Co-Founder & Chairman of the Board at skysthelimit.org.
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