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CTO-Seed Stage DeFi

Robert Walters UK

London

Hybrid

GBP 150,000 - 160,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a dynamic Tech Lead to join as CTO for a groundbreaking DeFi product. You will define the technology strategy, lead product development, and manage a skilled team to create scalable banking solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of finance within a start-up environment. Join a global team of creative thinkers and enjoy accelerated career progression, a vibrant culture, and expert training. If you are passionate about technology and ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Equity
Accelerated career progression
Expert training
Dynamic culture

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in Fintech/DeFi product development.
  • Experience in start-ups from early stages to exit.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the technology strategy aligned with business goals.
  • Lead development of innovative and scalable banking products.
  • Manage team building and technical architecture design.

Skills

Fintech experience
DeFi product experience
Technology leadership
Cybersecurity knowledge
Team building

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science
Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

We are representing a successful investor/entrepreneur who has built and sold companies multiple times. This project is to build a DeFi product company from early stage (already have a prototype). The business is hiring a Tech Lead level candidate to join as CTO. They are aiming to build the first MVP within 6 months.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Technology Leadership & Vision: Define and execute the overall technology strategy, aligning it with the company’s vision, business goals, and growth plans.
  2. Product Development & Innovation: Lead the development of innovative, scalable, and secure banking products.
  3. Team Building & Management
  4. Technical Architecture Design
  5. Strategic Partnerships: Collaborate with external vendors
  6. Cybersecurity & Risk Management
  7. Budget & Resource Management
  8. Scalability & Performance: Continuously assess and improve the platform’s scalability, performance, and uptime.

Key Requirement:

  • 7+ years of Fintech/DeFi product experience
  • Start-up experience as founding tech team member from early stages to exit
  • Education: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • A passion for technology innovation and a deep understanding of the financial services ecosystem within a start-up.

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Focus: Software Development/Engineering

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: London

Salary: £150,000 - £160,000 per annum + Equity

Come join our global team of creative thinkers, problem solvers and game changers. We offer accelerated career progression, a dynamic culture and expert training.

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