Engineering Lead, Custody

BitMEX; Remote; SGD 155,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading crypto derivatives exchange is seeking a Custody Engineering Lead to enhance security and efficiency of custody systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software engineering, particularly in cryptocurrency, and proven leadership skills. Responsibilities include leading development of custody solutions and mentoring engineering teams. This role offers a dynamic work environment with comprehensive benefits including remote working options.

Benefits

Work from home

25 days of annual leave

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision policy

Professional development allowance

Annual wellness benefits

Remote working policy

Team building events

Life insurance coverage

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of software engineering experience.
• Minimum 3 years in a leadership role focused on cryptocurrency.
• Deep understanding of blockchain technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of secure custody solutions.
• Collaborate to define technical strategy.
• Mentor engineers and foster technical excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Cryptography knowledge

Technical problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Python

Job description

BitMEX stands as a globally leading exchange for crypto derivatives, offering traders a professional‑grade trading platform. Since its inception in 2014, BitMEX has maintained an impeccable security record with “no coin lost, ever!”

Our platform caters to cryptocurrency derivatives traders by providing low latency, deep liquidity, and maximum availability. Currently, BitMEX offers more than 100 derivatives contracts, 16 pairs for spot trading, and an easy covert function between 30+ different cryptocurrencies.

In 2015, BitMEX revolutionised the market by inventing the Perpetual Swap, which has since become the most widely traded crypto product. Demonstrating a commitment to transparency, since 2021, BitMEX has been among the first exchanges to regularly publish its on‑chain Proof of Reserves and Proof of Liabilities, ensuring that the funds available exceed the total client balances.

The Funds & Wallets system powers the custody of digital assets, enabling many thousands of trading customers to make secure deposits as margin in our Trading Engine. Our systems are responsible for tracking deposits and withdrawals, and interacting with the blockchains of supported currencies and networks.

BitMEX is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Custody Engineering Lead to join our dynamic team. This individual will work closely with our Trading and Wallet Technology Engineers to enhance the security, efficiency, and scalability of our deposit, custody, and withdrawal systems.

The successful candidate will be a technical leader, driving the development and implementation of innovative solutions to safeguard our users' assets and expand our supported currency and network offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of secure and efficient custody solutions for various cryptocurrencies and blockchain networks.
• Collaborate with the Head of Custody and Trading and Wallet Technology Engineers to define technical strategy and roadmap for custody, deposits, and withdrawals.
• Mentor and guide a team of engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Drive the integration of new cryptocurrencies and blockchain networks into our custody infrastructure.
• Optimize the efficiency and reliability of deposit and withdrawal processes, ensuring fast and seamless transactions.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices, security standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to custody and wallet operations.
• Oversee our build, test, integration and deployment systems, and in partnership with our Dev‑ops engineers manage platform change.
• Stay up‑to‑date with the latest advancements in blockchain technology, cryptography, and digital asset security.
• Contribute to the overall design and evolution of BitMEX's platform.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• At least 8 years of software engineering experience with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior technical role focused on cryptocurrency.
• Deep understanding of blockchain technologies, cryptographic principles, and digital asset security best practices.
• Proven experience designing and implementing secure and scalable custody solutions.
• Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python.
• Exceptional leadership abilities combined with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Strong strategic thinking and execution skills in dynamic, fast‑paced environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good awareness of security threat/vulnerability report impact and mitigation.
• Fluency in both written and verbal English.

Why BitMEX?

BitMEX offers a dynamic environment that blends intense work, a vibrant culture, and diversity. We actively recruit across time zones to meet growing demands and attract top global talent.

We're seeking determined, responsible, and collaborative individuals to join us in building a leading cryptocurrency ecosystem. We value meticulousness, agility, and simplicity. As a 24/7 global exchange, we look for adaptable team players who can excel in a diverse, cross‑market environment.

Benefits

• Work from home to help you find the perfect balance between work, family and personal life
• 25 days of annual leave, on top of public holidays, as well as maternity, paternity and childcare leave… etc to accommodate your growing responsibilities
• A top tier & comprehensive medical, dental and vision policy for you and your dependents
• Professional development allowance to support your career advancement
• Access to our annual wellness benefits to cultivate your physical and mental growth
• Don’t forget the advantage of our Beyond Border Remote Working policy, where you get to work away from your home country
• Team building & offsite events to bring our global team closer Life insurance coverage to provide a safety net for your family’s future

Does this sound like the type of working culture you can thrive in? Apply online now!