Director of Engineering, Wallets
Company Overview:
BitGo is a leading provider of digital asset financial services, offering custody, liquidity, and security solutions to institutional investors. Active in both centralized and decentralized finance, BitGo's services include trading, lending, and borrowing through prime brokerage services. With a global presence, BitGo supports over 1,000 coins and tokens and processes a significant portion of global Bitcoin transactions.
Role Overview:
The company is seeking an experienced Director of Engineering to lead the Wallets Engineering division in advancing core wallet technology and enhancing the overall wallet experience for clients. While this position does not involve hands-on coding, the Director of Engineering will play a pivotal role in overseeing the technical aspects of the team's work.
Responsibilities:
- Develop innovative wallet solutions catering to a diverse client base, from crypto-native firms to Fortune 500 companies.
- Ensure a superior user experience for the wallet platform.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define both product and technical strategies for Wallets Engineering and drive successful implementations.
- Mentor engineering managers to nurture the next generation of senior leaders within the organization.
- Cultivate an engineering culture aligned with the company's core values of open communication, collaboration, accountability, craftsmanship, and a client-centric approach.
Qualifications:
- Over 14 years of experience in software engineering, with at least 6 years in a managerial capacity and 2 years leading managers.
- Background in crypto or a keen interest in the field.
- Proven ability to onboard effectively as a manager or director within past roles.
- Track record of recruiting and retaining top engineering talent, including managerial positions.
- Successful history of leading company-wide initiatives in engineering.
- Demonstrated collaboration with product teams to shape product roadmaps.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, particularly with business stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent field.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Why Choose BitGo:
Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and drive, committed to transforming the financial industry through disruptive technologies. BitGo offers competitive compensation including base salary, bonuses, stock options, and a comprehensive benefits package. Embrace an inclusive workplace culture that promotes excellence and innovation, supported by a team that thrives on changing the landscape of financial markets worldwide.