[Remote] Technical Program Lead at Kraken

Spain

Kraken Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Energy, Renewable Energy, Utilities, Clean TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Comfortable with ambiguity, self-starter, willing to roll up sleeves to solve problems
  • Committed to Kraken's way of delivering tech based on simplicity, client benefit, and efficiency
  • Ability to challenge beliefs, see multiple viewpoints, and reach beyond remit to support client
  • Belief in Kraken as a tool for efficiency and tackling the climate crisis
  • Strong communication skills: confident in calling out suboptimal approaches and striving for simplicity

Responsibilities

  • Build trusted relationships with client executives and technology stakeholders, partnering with product and engineering teams to align priorities
  • Serve as escalation point for client concerns, ensuring technical challenges and product requirements are effectively managed
  • Define success criteria and governance for the technical pillar of the program
  • Own the Kraken platform localisation plan to meet client expectations while matching Kraken roadmap
  • Summarise and articulate client needs, considerations, timelines internally for successful execution of platform localisation and development
  • Direct internal Kraken software developers and potential external partners on tech platform deliverables for successful migration
  • Support client in meeting business needs via tech delivery
  • Understand Kraken infrastructure, align client direction with overall platform and business goals
  • Set up training programs to upskill client's technical team
  • Advocate for Kraken's tech delivery approach and support client in shifting mindset around tech delivery
  • Oversee the migration’s technical pillar and manage ongoing technical relationship for client's adoption of Kraken platform

Skills

Technical Program Management
Platform Migration
Stakeholder Management
Business Transformation
Energy Systems
Client Relationship Management
Agile Delivery
Change Management

Kraken

Cryptocurrency exchange for buying and trading

About Kraken

Kraken is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade various digital assets. It offers features that cater to both beginners and experienced traders, making it easy to navigate the cryptocurrency market. Users can execute trades with high liquidity, which means their transactions are completed quickly. The platform charges low transaction fees, sometimes as low as 0%, helping users keep more of their profits. Kraken also provides advanced charting tools to help investors track their investments effectively. Security is a major focus, with multiple protective measures in place to keep user assets safe. The platform supports 70 different asset pairs and is continuously expanding its offerings. Additionally, Kraken offers 24/7 global support to assist users with any questions or issues.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$108.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive salary and equity plan
401k contribution plan
Vacation & Generous PTO
Paid Tranings

Risks

Increased competition from Binance and Coinbase could impact Kraken's market share.
Regulatory scrutiny in the EU may raise Kraken's compliance costs.
The volatility of cryptocurrency prices can affect Kraken's revenue from transaction fees.

Differentiation

Kraken offers both spot and futures trading for over 40 digital assets.
The platform provides advanced charting tools for professional traders and technical analysts.
Kraken's 24/7 global support ensures assistance for users at any time.

Upsides

Kraken's acquisition of Staked enhances its staking services for consumers and institutions.
Sponsorship deals with major soccer clubs boost Kraken's visibility and brand recognition.
The rise of crypto derivatives attracts advanced traders to Kraken's sophisticated tools.

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