Xapo Bank

Head of Platform Engineering (Remote - Work from Anywhere)

Gibraltar

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Banking, FintechIndustries

Requirements

The Head of Platform Engineering should possess extensive experience in building and leading cloud-native engineering teams, with a strong understanding of infrastructure provisioning, CI/CD, observability, and infrastructure as code. Candidates should have a proven track record of designing and implementing scalable, secure, and cost-effective platforms, as well as experience mentoring and managing engineering teams.

Responsibilities

As the Head of Platform Engineering, you will lead and mentor a team of 4 Platform Engineers, defining the strategic vision and roadmap for the Xapo platform, prioritizing initiatives that deliver maximum business impact, and championing the

Skills

Cloud-native architecture
Infrastructure automation
Resource provisioning
Application lifecycle management
Scaling and orchestration
Failure recovery
Platform development
Mentoring development teams
DevOps best practices

Xapo Bank

Digital banking platform for cryptocurrency management

About Xapo Bank

Xapo provides digital banking services that focus on managing and storing money using Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. The platform allows users to buy Bitcoin, store it securely in ultra-secure Vaults, and manage their funds easily through a user-friendly app. Xapo is designed for both individuals and businesses, offering a fast and secure way to send and receive money globally, making it particularly useful for cross-border transactions. Unlike traditional banks, Xapo emphasizes high-security measures and accessibility, catering to users in both developed and developing countries. The company's goal is to democratize money and empower people by breaking down financial barriers and creating new opportunities for everyone.

Key Metrics

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$38.9MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Fully remote
Flexible schedule
Flexible PTO
Learning & development budget

Risks

Regulatory scrutiny on stablecoins could impact Xapo's operations.
Bitcoin's volatility may affect Xapo's customer base and transaction volumes.
Reliance on the Lightning Network could pose challenges if technical issues arise.

Differentiation

Xapo Bank offers a unique combination of Bitcoin wallet and cold storage vault.
It is the first licensed bank to integrate USDC and USDT payment rails.
Xapo Bank provides near-instant Bitcoin payments through Lightning Network integration.

Upsides

Integration with SEPA expands Xapo's Euro transaction capabilities in Europe.
The 'Stocks' feature offers new investment opportunities, enhancing user engagement.
Xapo's stablecoin services appeal to users in emerging markets seeking banking alternatives.

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