Engineering Lead, Custody
BitMEXXiangzhou, Guangdong, China
Posted October 20, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
BitMEX is a leading crypto derivatives exchange offering professional traders low latency, deep liquidity, and unmatched reliability. The exchange ensures secure trading with on-chain Proof of Reserves and Proof of Liabilities, providing assurance that user funds are safely stored and segregated.
Job Description
BitMEX is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Custody Engineering Lead to enhance the security, efficiency, and scalability of their deposit, custody, and withdrawal systems. This role focuses on leading the development and implementation of secure and efficient custody solutions for various cryptocurrencies, collaborating with Trading and Wallet Technology Engineers, and guiding a team of engineers. The ideal candidate will drive integration of new cryptocurrencies and blockchain networks into the infrastructure and contribute to the overall platform design.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or a related discipline.
- At least 8 years of software engineering experience with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior technical role focused on cryptocurrency.
- Deep understanding of blockchain technologies, cryptographic principles, and digital asset security best practices.
- Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python.
- Exceptional leadership abilities combined with an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Strong strategic thinking and execution skills in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good awareness of security threat/vulnerability report impact and mitigation.
Benefits
- Flexible arrangements for remote contract talents
- Paid holidays and leave
- Team building & offsite events