CTO (E)

As the CTO, you will lead the technological vision and execution for our cutting-edge platform at the intersection of decentralised exchanges (DEX) and centralised exchange (CEX) innovation. You will spearhead efforts to design a seamless, slick, fast, and user-friendly trading experience, with high liquidity and one-click transactions that rival traditional stock trading platforms like Robinhood, but for crypto.

The ideal candidate will thrive in simplifying complex exchange systems for the everyday user while incorporating an energetic, inspirational brand vision. You will be responsible for connecting automated market makers (AMM) to liquidity sources, focusing on scalability, performance, and innovative trading options. This role is crucial as we are still at the ideation stages, providing a unique opportunity to shape and transform the future of decentralised trading.

If you are driven by creating accessible, game-changing tools in the crypto space, and excited by the challenge of leading a tech team through fast-paced innovation, this is the role for you.

Your First 6 Months:

• Innovative Platform Design: Collaborate with the product and design teams to develop a DEX backend with a CEX front-end, creating an intuitive, low-complexity platform for users.
• Tech Vision: Lead the technological direction, focusing on liquidity, efficiency, and fast, cheap transactions that cater to both novice and seasoned traders.
• AMM Integration: Oversee the integration of AMM with various liquidity sources, ensuring high availability and fluid transactions.
• Scalability Focus: Ensure the platform is built for scale from the outset, anticipating rapid user growth and high-volume trading.
• Ideation to Execution: Drive the platform from concept through to MVP, working closely with cross-functional teams to meet timelines and technical requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tech Leadership: Establish and execute a clear technical roadmap aligned with the company’s product strategy. Balance innovative technology with user-centric design.
• Platform Development: Architect and develop the technical infrastructure, focusing on robust, scalable backend systems and an engaging, simple front-end.
• Collaboration: Partner with the marketing and product teams to create a platform that not only functions flawlessly but also resonates with users by incorporating a vibrant and inspirational brand ethos.
• User-Centric Innovation: Introduce trading options that are slick, fast, and easy to use, lowering the barrier to entry for the average user while offering sophisticated tools for advanced traders.
• Liquidity Management: Develop systems that connect AMMs with various liquidity sources, ensuring seamless transactions and high liquidity.
• Future-Proofing: Keep abreast of industry trends, especially in DEX, CEX, and trading technologies, ensuring the platform stays competitive and cutting-edge.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Extensive Leadership Experience: 10+ years of experience in tech roles, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership position, ideally within the blockchain, crypto, or fintech sectors.
• Exchange Expertise: Proven experience building or working with trading platforms (DEX, CEX, or traditional exchanges), with a strong understanding of high liquidity systems, market makers, and order matching engines.
• Tech Stack Mastery: Deep knowledge of backend technologies (blockchain protocols, smart contracts, etc.), as well as front-end development for smooth, fast, and responsive user interfaces.
• AMM Experience: Hands-on experience with AMM protocols and liquidity pools, and the ability to architect solutions that connect liquidity sources seamlessly.
• Scalable System Design: Experience in building scalable infrastructure capable of handling high transaction volumes with minimal latency.
• Brand Vision: Ability to collaborate with marketing teams to create an energetic and inspirational platform that simplifies complex trading mechanics.

Desirable Skills:

• Cross-functional Leadership: Experience working closely with marketing, design, and product teams to deliver a unified product that excites and engages users.
• Robinhood-like UX: Familiarity with platforms like Robinhood and an ability to design or replicate similar user experiences in the crypto space.
• Innovative Mindset: A passion for innovation, constantly looking for ways to improve the trading experience through cutting-edge technology and user-centric design.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

You are a visionary technologist with deep experience in the crypto or trading world, excited by the challenge of building a high-liquidity, low-complexity trading platform. You thrive in fast-paced, ideation-stage environments and have a proven ability to lead tech teams from concept to launch. Your passion for simplifying complex systems and creating slick, user-friendly products will be key in shaping the future of our trading platform. You will relish the opportunity to work at the forefront of crypto innovation, connecting decentralised finance with mainstream usability.