Tech Lead - Banking Service
We are seeking a proactive individual to join our team responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, and enhancing software for various projects closely tied to our core operations. These projects are agile and swiftly implemented with a compact team. This position will involve active participation in crafting scalable applications, ranging from frontend user interfaces to backend architecture.
About Us
Our primary goal is to provide a seamless, secure, and innovative banking experience for our clientele. We are currently looking for a competent Banking Service Tech Lead to assist in establishing our foundational systems and lead technical endeavors.
Role Overview
The role of Banking Service Tech Lead entails overseeing the design, development, and maintenance of our fundamental banking infrastructure. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure that our banking systems adhere to regulatory standards, robust security measures, and exceed customer expectations. This key leadership position requires a blend of technical proficiency and effective people management skills to nurture high-performing teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the technical design and deployment of core banking systems utilizing either Golang or Ruby on Rails.
- Lay the groundwork for our digital banking platform, encompassing payment networks, account management, and transaction processing.
- Develop and implement secure and scalable banking APIs in alignment with Open API specifications.
- Collaborate with compliance teams to integrate durable KYC/AML systems and processes.
- Forge data reporting pipelines that satisfy regulatory needs and business intelligence requirements.
- Architect and enact financial treasury procedures, FX exchange features, and crediting mechanisms.
- Mentor the team in linking with payment networks and banking collaborators.
- Ensure all systems comply with banking regulations and uphold security protocols.
- Nurture, coach, and lead engineering teams, providing guidance on career progression and performance evaluations.
- Drive engineering excellence through the promotion of best practices, code review processes, and continuous enhancements.
- Manage project schedules, resource distribution, and technical deliverables.
- Coordinate with product, design, and business stakeholders to align technical solutions with organizational objectives.
- Act as the representative of the engineering team in upper management and cross-functional meetings.
Required Qualifications
- Possess 8+ years of software development experience, including a minimum of 5 years in financial technology.
- Have 3+ years of experience in managing people, leading engineering teams comprising 5+ developers.
- Demonstrate strong proficiency in either Golang or Ruby on Rails.
- Showcase a proven track record of constructing and expanding banking or financial service platforms.
- Exhibit in-depth knowledge of banking operations, payment networks, and financial systems.
- Display experience in implementing KYC/AML solutions and compliance frameworks.
- Acquire familiarity with data security practices tailored to financial institutions.
- Deploy treasury management systems, FX exchange capabilities, and crediting systems.
- Possess a comprehensive understanding of RESTful APIs and Open API specifications.
- Demonstrate expertise in microservices architecture and cloud-native applications.
- Showcase established leadership abilities, inspiring and motivating teams to excel.
- Present strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills and an aptitude for translating intricate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience interacting with global bank auditors and regulatory compliance teams.
- Understanding or experience in integrating with banking core SaaS platforms, such as ThoughtMachine, Audax, or Temenos.
- Engagement with System Integrators (SI) on extensive financial projects.
- Knowledge of ISO 20022, PSD2, or other banking standards.
- Familiarity with real-time payment systems and card processing networks.
- Familiarity with blockchain or distributed ledger technologies for financial applications.
- Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Background in data science or analytics related to financial services.
- Experience managing distributed or remote engineering teams.
- Demonstrated success in delivering within highly regulated environments.
Leadership Competencies
- Strategic outlook and ability to translate business aspirations into technical strategies.
- Proficiency in team development and talent enhancement.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and executive communication capabilities.
- Aptitude for driving consensus across diverse teams and viewpoints.
- Proven track record of delivering complex projects punctually and within budget.
- Adaptability and resilience in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
- Dedication to fostering an inclusive and collaborative team ethos.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to shape the groundwork of a digital bank entirely from scratch.
- Competitive salary package and equity offerings.
- Comprehensive health benefits.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Continuous learning and developmental prospects.
- Collaborative and inventive work atmosphere.
- Programs for career growth and leadership development.
Life @ Crypto.com
- Environment that encourages thinking ambitiously and exploring new opportunities within a skilled, ambitious, and supportive team.
- Proactive and transformative work culture promoting thoughtful and innovative solutions.
- Internal growth opportunities fostering personal and professional development.
- Supportive team environment built on cooperation and assistance.
- Unified team approach to realize the common goal of bringing cryptocurrency into every wallet.
- Adoption of work flexibility, including flexible hours and hybrid or remote setups.
- Internal mobility program offering diverse career paths.
- Work perks such as the crypto.com visa card upon joining.
Benefits
- Competitive salary offering.
- Attractive annual leave entitlement including birthday and work anniversary leaves.
- Work flexibility including flexible hours and hybrid or remote setting.
- Internal mobility program for diverse career advancements.
- Work perks including a crypto.com visa card upon commencement.
About Crypto.com
Founded in 2016, Crypto.com caters to over 80 million customers and stands as the world's fastest-growing global cryptocurrency platform. Driven by the mission "Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet™," Crypto.com is committed to accelerating cryptocurrency adoption through innovation, empowering the next generation of visionaries, builders, and entrepreneurs to create a fairer and more equitable digital ecosystem.
Crypto.com embraces diversity and inclusion, seeking candidates from various backgrounds, perspectives, and skill sets that complement and enhance the team. Personal data shared by applicants will solely be used for recruitment purposes.
Please note that only applicants shortlisted for the role will be contacted.
