Engineering Manager - Wallets

tether; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 440,000 - 551,000; Full time

Job summary

A global finance leader in Dubai is seeking an Engineering Manager to join their innovative team. You will lead a cross-functional team focused on the development of SDK, Mobile, and Backend solutions, ensuring timely and high-quality feature delivery. Ideal candidates should have over 6 years of experience in JavaScript development, strong leadership skills, and a background in crypto wallets and DeFi protocols. Join us to drive advances in digital finance and be part of a groundbreaking technology platform.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in JavaScript development.
• Proven engineering management experience leading large teams (30+ members).
• Strong experience building and deploying crypto wallets.

Responsibilities

• Own timely delivery of features by establishing clear milestones.
• Manage team leads and individual contributors.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for SDK compatibility.

Skills

JavaScript development

Leadership

NodeJS

React Native

C++

Web3 tech stacks

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline

Job description

Join Tether and Shape the Future of Digital Finance

At Tether, we’re not just building products, we’re pioneering a global financial revolution. Our cutting‑edge solutions empower businesses—from exchanges and wallets to payment processors and ATMs—to seamlessly integrate reserve‑backed tokens across blockchains. By harnessing the power of blockchain technology, Tether enables you to store, send, and receive digital tokens instantly, securely, and globally, all at a fraction of the cost. Transparency is the bedrock of everything we do, ensuring trust in every transaction.

Innovate with Tether

Tether Finance: Our innovative product suite features the world’s most trusted stablecoin, USDT, relied upon by hundreds of millions worldwide, alongside pioneering digital asset tokenization services.

Tether Power: Driving sustainable growth, our energy solutions optimize excess power for Bitcoin mining using eco‑friendly practices in state‑of‑the‑art, geo‑diverse facilities.

Tether Data: Fueling breakthroughs in AI and peer‑to‑peer technology, we reduce infrastructure costs and enhance global communications with cutting‑edge solutions like KEET, our flagship app that redefines secure and private data sharing.

Tether Education: Democratizing access to top‑tier digital learning, we empower individuals to thrive in the digital and gig economies, driving global growth and opportunity.

Tether Evolution: At the intersection of technology and human potential, we are pushing the boundaries of what is possible, crafting a future where innovation and human capabilities merge in powerful, unprecedented ways.

Why Join Us?

Our team is a global talent powerhouse, working remotely from every corner of the world. If you’re passionate about making a mark in the fintech space, this is your opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest minds, pushing boundaries and setting new standards. We’ve grown fast, stayed lean, and secured our place as a leader in the industry.

If you have excellent English communication skills and are ready to contribute to the most innovative platform on the planet, Tether is the place for you.

Are you ready to be part of the future?

About the job

As the Engineering Manager for our WDK and Wallets team, you will lead a cross‑functional team of SDK, Mobile and Backend developers. This role involves overseeing the development lifecycle, from planning to deployment, in a fast‑paced environment where performance and efficiency are critical.

You will report to the Head of Wallets and play a key role in advancing the non‑custodial crypto ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Own timely and high‑quality delivery of features by establishing clear milestones, conducting code reviews, and working with the project management team to track progress and mitigate risks.
• Manage team leads and individual contributors, organizing workflows according to the product roadmap, including resource allocation, sprint planning, and performance evaluations to foster team growth and productivity.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams such as product management and research to ensure SDK compatibility across platforms, resolve integration issues, and align on technical standards.
• Ensure that the solutions developed are of high technical standards and follow robust architectural practices established within the company.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a track record of leading large teams (30+ members) through complex projects, including conflict resolution, mentoring and stakeholder management.
• 6+ years of combined experience in JavaScript development, with proven engineering management experience leading SDK or similar software development projects, including hands‑on involvement in architecture design and team scaling.
• Strong experience building and deploying crypto wallets, DeFi protocols and working with Web3 tech stacks (e.g., EVM, Solidity, ethers.js/web3.js).
• Strong NodeJS and React Native mobile development experience with experience launching and maintaining successful applications.
• Good C++ development experience and understanding of OS, cryptography and networking primitives. Experience building native addons in NodeJS is a plus.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline.

Important information for candidates

Recruitment scams have become increasingly common. To protect yourself, please keep the following in mind when applying for roles:

• Apply only through our official channels. We do not use third‑party platforms or agencies for recruitment unless clearly stated. All open roles are listed on our official careers page: https://tether.recruitee.com/
• Verify the recruiter’s identity. All our recruiters have verified LinkedIn profiles. If you’re unsure, you can confirm their identity by checking their profile or contacting us through our website.
• Be cautious of unusual communication methods. We do not conduct interviews over WhatsApp, Telegram or SMS. All communication is done through official company emails and platforms.
• Double‑check email addresses. All communication from us will come from emails ending in @tether.to or @tether.io.
• We will never request payment or financial details. If someone asks for personal financial information or payment at any point during the hiring process it is a scam. Please report it immediately.

When in doubt, feel free to reach out through our official website.