CTO Exchange

EMCD; Remote; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in crypto is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to define the technical vision of its Crypto Exchange. In this strategic leadership role, you will develop high-performance trading systems and ensure operational security and reliability. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of experience in crypto or trading projects, with a focus on architecting trading platforms. The company offers a fully remote and flexible working schedule, along with competitive benefits including extended vacation time and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working schedule

28 paid vacation days, plus 12 bonus days

Fully paid sick leave

Professional growth support with courses and training

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a CTO or equivalent in crypto or trading projects.
• Proven experience in launching a crypto exchange or trading platform.
• Strong skills in leadership and developing a high-performing engineering culture.

Responsibilities

• Define technology strategy for the crypto exchange.
• Design high-load trading systems components.
• Implement security and resilience measures for operational stability.

Skills

Team leadership

Trading system architecture

Microservices architecture

Security compliance

High-load backend systems

Knowledge of crypto trading

Job description

EMCD is a leading technology company in the crypto industry, best known as the largest mining pool in Eastern Europe. We are expanding globally and building a comprehensive ecosystem of crypto services, including payment infrastructure, custody solutions, mining services, and enterprise‑grade tools for businesses and institutions.

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for our Crypto Exchange. This is a strategic leadership role where you will define the technical vision, develop high‑performance trading systems, and ensure the exchange operates securely, reliably, and at scale. You will lead engineering teams, shape the technical culture, and collaborate closely with product, compliance, and business stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Define the technology strategy and architecture of the crypto exchange, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Design and develop high‑load systems, including the matching engine, order management, risk management, and market data systems.
• Implement robust security, redundancy, and protection standards to safeguard against unauthorized access and ensure operational resilience.
• Develop and integrate APIs for users, market makers, and external partners to provide seamless and scalable access to trading services.
• Lead and oversee the engineering architecture, covering backend, frontend, QA, and DevOps teams, promoting collaboration and technical excellence.
• Shape the product development roadmap, participating in release planning, system migrations, and strategic technical decision‑making.
• Organize CI / CD pipelines, testing, monitoring, and operational processes to maintain system reliability and performance.
• Develop internal engineering standards for code review, documentation, and best practices, fostering a culture of quality, autonomy, and transparency.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a CTO, Head of Engineering, or Lead Architect in crypto or trading projects.
• Proven experience in building and launching a crypto exchange or trading platform, including spot, futures, and margin trading.
• Deep understanding of trading system architectures, order books, settlement systems, and risk management principles.
• Knowledge of centralized exchange infrastructure and integration with payment gateways, custody services, and liquidity providers.
• Experience designing microservices architectures and working with high‑load backend systems.
• Strong skills in team leadership and developing a high‑performing engineering culture.
• Understanding of security, redundancy, and regulatory compliance requirements for financial and crypto systems.

Tasks

• Drive end‑to‑end technical execution of the crypto exchange, ensuring scalability, security, and reliability.
• Collaborate with product and compliance teams to meet both business and regulatory objectives.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to enhance system performance, resilience, and user experience.
• Mentor engineering teams, promote skill development, ownership, and best practices across the organization.
• Maintain robust monitoring, analytics, and operational standards across all technical systems.

What We Offer

• We operate fully remotely, allowing you to work from anywhere in the world without location restrictions.
• Our working schedule is completely flexible.
• We provide extended vacation: 28 paid days off per year, plus 12 additional bonus days.
• Sick leave is fully paid and processed without unnecessary bureaucracy.
• Professional growth is supported through coverage of relevant courses, certifications, and training programs.
• You will have a real impact and take responsibility for significant projects while contributing to the development of critical infrastructure in fintech and crypto.

Apply today and help us build the future of cryptocurrency!