Director of Engineering, Go Network
BitGo is a pioneering digital asset financial services leader, offering custody, liquidity, and security solutions to institutional investors. Operating in both centralized and decentralized finance sectors, BitGo provides advanced trading, lending, and borrowing services through prime brokerage offerings and serves as the custodian for WBTC. In addition, BitGo Portfolio and Tax was introduced in 2020, presenting clients with an integrated solution for digital assets. BitGo Trust Company, developed in 2018, was the inaugural qualified custodian focused on preserving digital assets. BitGo facilitates around 20% of global Bitcoin transactions, supporting over 1,000 coins and tokens. The company's clientele includes major cryptocurrency exchanges and institutional investors from more than 50 countries. BitGo boasts support from Goldman Sachs, Craft Ventures, Digital Currency Group, DRW, Galaxy Digital Ventures, Redpoint Ventures, and Valor Equity Partners.
We are seeking a competent Director of Engineering to lead our Go Network Engineering segment in expanding our settlement network and enhancing its capabilities. While this role does not involve hands-on coding, the Director of Engineering is expected to contribute closely on a technical level to the team's work.
The standard work arrangement includes one day in the office in NYC per week. Remote work options are available for the rest of the week, if preferred.
Key Duties:
- Responsible for the growth of BitGo’s Go Network business channels
- Work collaboratively with Product, Trust, Compliance, and other essential stakeholders to set both product and technical strategies and execute them effectively for Go Network
- Mentor engineering managers to nurture the development of future senior engineering leaders at BitGo
- Cultivate an inclusive engineering culture aligned with our values of open communication, collaboration, accountability, craftsmanship, and a client-centric approach
Requirements:
- 14+ years of software engineering experience, including at least 6 years in a managerial capacity and 2+ years leading managers
- Crypto industry experience, either professional or personal, or a strong interest in the field
- Successful experience transitioning to a new organization as a manager or director
- Proven track record in attracting and recruiting top engineering talent, particularly talented managers
- Demonstrated success in spearheading engineering-wide initiatives
- History of effective collaboration with product teams to devise product roadmaps
- Strong stakeholder management abilities, especially in interactions with business stakeholders
- Degree in Computer Science or a related field of engineering
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
What Sets BitGo Apart:
Driving industry disruption demands vision, innovation, passion, technical expertise, commitment to deliver, teamwork, and effective execution. Join a team of exceptional individuals who pursue excellence and embody our core values. We are looking for innovative thinkers and problems solvers who wish to be part of the transformative force in the global financial markets.
As a member of BitGo, advantages include:
- Competitive base salary, bonus, and stock options
- Fully paid health insurance for employee, partner, and dependents
- 4% 401k company match
- Paid parental leave and vacation time
- Complimentary custom meals, snacks, and beverages
- Tailored computer equipment and workspace furnishings
- Dynamic work environment alongside exceptional colleagues
Cryptocurrencies present a groundbreaking transformation in the financial services sector. Join us and contribute to the legacy of reshaping finance.
Salary Details:
Depending on leveling and location, the total compensation for this role averages between $205k - $275k USD as base salary. The package also includes equity, an annual performance bonus, and the listed benefits.
