Head of Technology at Grayscale Investments

Stamford, Connecticut, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Cryptocurrency, Asset Management, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

12–15+ years of progressive experience in technology leadership, in both product and engineering
Track record of scaling technology in both startup or early-stage settings and in highly regulated industries such as financial services or healthcare
Strong background in managing cloud-first platforms, data strategy, governance, and architecture

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of technology at Grayscale; managing Product and Engineering as a unified function, fostering collaboration and accountability
Act as a strategic and commercial partner to the COO and executive team, ensuring technology aligns with and drives firmwide priorities
Define and execute a long-term technology [and data] vision to balance innovation, scalability, security, and cost efficiency, while guiding prioritization across technology and providing visibility to the COO and executive team
Translate business priorities in areas such as client onboarding, investor reporting, fund operations, and regulatory compliance into a clear technology roadmap
Identify and evaluate opportunities to apply AI and automation across operations, data, and client platforms, ensuring innovation is balanced with compliance and risk management
Encourage adoption of modern engineering practices and pragmatic product design
Evaluate when to build versus buy, applying a flexible, cost-conscious approach to solutions
Oversee current technology platforms, databases, and applications, ensuring reliable, scalable, and secure delivery across the business
Manage the technology budget, resource allocation, and vendor relationships to ensure efficient and scalable delivery aligned with firm priorities
Drive vendor management and key strategic partnerships that expand and strengthen Grayscale’s technology capabilities
Build resiliency and bench strength across the technology function, ensuring continuity and succession depth through both internal talent and vendor relationships
Partner with the CISO to embed security principles into all aspects of technology design and delivery, with particular emphasis on cloud security, data protection, and regulatory compliance
Mentor leaders across technology, fostering a culture of ownership, innovation, and collaboration
Partner with cross-functional leaders in finance, operations, compliance, and client-facing teams to ensure technology is a proactive enabler of growth while also monitoring emerging regulatory requirements to maintain compliance

Skills

Engineering Leadership

Product Management

Technology Strategy

Scalability

Security

Data Architecture

Cloud Computing

Regulatory Compliance

Grayscale Investments

Manages investment products for digital assets

About Grayscale Investments

Grayscale Investments manages digital assets, focusing on cryptocurrency and blockchain markets. It offers investment products like exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and trusts, allowing clients to invest in digital currencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum while ensuring regulatory compliance. The company earns revenue through management fees based on assets under management and serves a diverse clientele, including institutional investors. Grayscale's goal is to provide accessible investment opportunities in the digital asset space, helping clients diversify their portfolios.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$886.6MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries

51-200Employees

Risks

Increased competition from other digital asset firms could dilute Grayscale's market share.

Regulatory scrutiny on cryptocurrency products may lead to stricter compliance requirements.

Volatility of altcoins poses a risk of significant asset devaluation.

Differentiation

Grayscale offers regulated investment products in the digital asset space.

The company provides exposure to digital assets without direct ownership challenges.

Grayscale's Bitcoin Trust is the first SEC-reporting digital currency investment vehicle.

Upsides

Grayscale is expanding its product range with 39 new altcoins for Q1 2025.

The company predicts smart contracts will be a top-performing sector in Q1 2025.

Grayscale's inclusion of Solana DeFi apps highlights new investment opportunities.

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