Chief Technology Officer

Crypto UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Crypto UK is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead the development of its staking infrastructure and related products. This role involves strategic leadership, innovation, and technical expertise in blockchain technologies, ensuring the scalability and security of the platform. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in a senior technology role, exceptional communication skills, and deep expertise in infrastructure design and data engineering. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the rapidly evolving crypto industry.

Benefits

Exposure to cutting-edge cryptocurrency technologies

Opportunities for internal growth and professional development

Competitive compensation and benefits

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
• Deep expertise in blockchain technologies and staking mechanisms.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms and containerization technologies.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the technology vision and strategy.
• Lead the development of scalable and secure infrastructure.
• Build and inspire a talented team of engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Blockchain Technologies

Infrastructure Design

Data Engineering

Cybersecurity Principles

Education

Proven track record as a CTO or in a comparable senior leadership role

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About Twinstake

Twinstake is the leading institutional staking provider which combines unparalleled knowledge and experience in the institutional market with deep crypto expertise and cutting-edge technology.

We stand out in:

• Compliance and Risk Mitigation
• Non-custodial Solution
• Enhanced Reporting and Data
• Optimised Performance
• Premier Service
  

About the role

As the CTO of Twinstake, you will provide strategic leadership and technical expertise to drive the development and implementation of our staking infrastructure and related products. You will lead a team of talented engineers and data experts, working closely with cross-functional stakeholders to design, build, and maintain a scalable, secure infrastructure platform and innovative technological solutions.

In this role, you will shape and execute Twinstake’s technological vision, lead our technology strategy, foster innovation, and ensure the scalability, security, and reliability of our staking platform. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned technology leader to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and rapidly evolving industry.

What you will contribute:

Technology Strategy and Innovation

• Define and drive Twinstake’s technology vision, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives
• Identify opportunities for innovation across products, infrastructure, and integrations to maintain a competitive edge
• Guide long-term product and platform evolution, balancing scalability, security, and emerging market needs

Product, Infrastructure, and Security Leadership

• Define and enforce coding standards, development processes, and quality assurance protocols to support scalable product and platform development.
• Lead the strategic development of infrastructure and product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with Twinstake’s business objectives and market needs.
• Oversee infrastructure security, ensuring regulatory compliance, proactive threat mitigation, and best-in-class data protection.
• Optimize infrastructure and product platforms for maximum reliability, scalability, and cost efficiency

Organizational Leadership

• Build, lead, and inspire a talented team of engineers and data experts
• Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability within the technology organization

Executive and Stakeholder Alignment

• Serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership, influencing business strategy through technology insights
• Cultivate strong cross-functional collaboration across product, operations, and security teams
• Represent Twinstake in external partnerships and evaluate opportunities for technological growth and differentiation

What you bring:

• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Proven track record as a CTO, Technical Director, or in a comparable senior leadership role within a technology-driven organization
• Deep expertise in blockchain technologies, ideally staking mechanisms and consensus algorithms
• Background in on-premise infrastructure design, implementation, and management, with expert knowledge of data center technologies, virtualization, server hardware, and networking
• Expertise in data engineering, including the design and deployment of scalable data pipelines, data warehousing solutions, and integration strategies
• In-depth understanding of cryptographic principles and secure key management practices
• Familiarity with infrastructure cybersecurity principles and best practices for securing distributed systems
• A consistent track record of successfully delivering complex, infrastructure-focused technology solutions on time and within budget fast-paced environment

What makes you stand out:

• Extensive experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Solid understanding of DevOps and SRE practices, with hands-on experience in CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation
• Proficiency in infrastructure-focused programming languages such as Go, C#, or Java

What we offer:

• Exposure to cutting-edge cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies
• Opportunities for internal growth and professional development
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and perks
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements