Product Manager II - Custody & Funding
KrakenSalary not specified
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, FinTechIndustries
Requirements
- 5+ years in financial operations, custody, or risk management, with 3+ years specifically in digital asset custody
- Proven experience operating under regulatory frameworks such as MiFID or MiCA
- Understanding of custody technologies: MPC, HSMs, cold storage, wallet security
- Strong organizational and communication skills with stakeholder and regulator engagement experience
- Demonstrated success in high growth, regulated environments with strong problem-solving skills
- Experience interacting with EU regulators (e.g., MFSA)
- Knowledge of blockchain infrastructure and staking or settlement mechanics
- Leadership experience in institutional custody operations
- Familiarity with regulatory reporting, operational due diligence, and audit readiness
Responsibilities
- Act as the Head of Custody for Blockchain.com’s operations in Malta and the EU, accountable for custody operations and regulatory compliance
- Oversee all elements of digital asset custody including wallet architecture, key management, and transaction workflows
- Implement governance and internal control frameworks aligned with MiCA and MFSA standards
- Lead regulatory reporting and ensure traceability and segregation of client assets
- Develop and maintain custody-related business continuity and incident response protocols, ensuring operational resilience in line with DORA
- Continuously assess custody risks and introduce mitigations to maintain high security and reliability
- Partner with Legal, Compliance, Product, Risk, Wallet Operations and Security teams to ensure strategic alignment of custody operations
- Serve as a subject-matter expert in custody across cross-functional initiatives including product launches (e.g., staking, tokenized assets, institutional settlement)
- Represent Blockchain.com’s custody capabilities in institutional onboarding, product design, and sales enablement
- Monitor the evolving custody regulatory landscape to maintain compliance and innovation leadership
- Maintain and update custody Standard Operating Procedures, service level frameworks, and internal documentation
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience is required for the Head of Custody role?
Candidates need 5+ years in financial operations, custody, or risk management, with 3+ years specifically in digital asset custody, plus proven experience under regulatory frameworks like MiFID or MiCA.
What technical knowledge is needed for custody operations?
A strong understanding of custody technologies including MPC, HSMs, cold storage, and wallet security is required, along with knowledge of blockchain infrastructure and staking or settlement mechanics.
What is the compensation for this position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Is this role remote or based in a specific location?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What makes a strong candidate for the Head of Custody position?
Strong candidates will have leadership experience in institutional custody operations, experience interacting with EU regulators like MFSA, and demonstrated success in high-growth regulated environments with strong problem-solving skills.
Blockchain.com
Cryptocurrency trading and wallet services platform
About Blockchain.com
Blockchain.com offers a platform for buying, storing, and trading cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. Users can execute trades quickly, often in microseconds, thanks to the platform's advanced matching engine and deep liquidity. The company generates revenue through transaction fees, trading spreads, and premium services, catering to both individual and institutional clients. It allows users to deposit and withdraw various fiat currencies and provides an API for programmatic trading and live market data. Blockchain.com prioritizes security and reliability, ensuring the protection of users' funds and data.
London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$583.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries
501-1,000Employees
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Meaningful Equity
Crypto Bonus
HealthCare
Paid Family Leave
Get the equipment you need
Unlimited Vacation
Remote-first
Offsites
Risks
Increased competition from zero-knowledge identity projects like Humanity Protocol.
Cross-chain interoperability platforms may reduce Blockchain.com's competitive edge.
Operational risks from integrating Altonomy's systems into Blockchain.com.
Differentiation
Blockchain.com offers a comprehensive suite for buying, storing, and trading digital assets.
The platform integrates with a global banking network for multi-currency transactions.
Blockchain.com provides an institutional-grade API for programmatic trading and live market data.
Upsides
Blockchain.com raised $110 million in a Series E funding round.
Integration with Altonomy enhances Blockchain.com's trading platform capabilities.
Growing interest in privacy-focused blockchain solutions benefits Blockchain.com's offerings.
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