Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Blockchain and Crypto

Location: Lisbon, Hybrid Remote

The Opportunity

As the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), you will play a pivotal role in leading our technical endeavors, overseeing a variety of crypto and blockchain projects. You will be responsible for driving innovation and ensuring the successful execution of our initiatives. This role requires a unique blend of expertise in crypto, web3, and blockchain, coupled with strong commercial acumen.

Key Responsibilities

Technology Strategy & Leadership

Develop and implement the company's technology strategy in alignment with business goals.
Drive the technical direction, including architecture, design, and implementation.
Lead multiple development teams based in Lithuania and India, promoting collaboration and innovation.
Delegate tasks, set clear objectives, and monitor progress to ensure timely project delivery.
Stay updated on industry trends, such as EIP standards and emerging technologies, to keep solutions cutting-edge.
Proven experience in managing both teams and client relationships.
Strong technical background with hands-on experience in blockchain technologies and modern web and mobile development frameworks.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Coordinate with external agency vendors and technical heads to manage project activities and resources.

Strategic Planning and Execution

Collaborate with the CEO and senior management to define the technical roadmap and prioritize initiatives based on business objectives.
Drive project execution from inception to delivery, ensuring alignment with timelines and budgets.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the success and impact of technical initiatives.

Blockchain & Crypto Wallets Expertise

Knowledge of transaction lifecycles on blockchains such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana.
Oversee the design, development, and deployment of crypto wallet (custodial/non-custodial) products based on mnemonic phrases and private keys.
Experience integrating smart contracts within wallet applications and wallet connect for seamless DApp integrations.
Excellent understanding of various token standards like ERC20, ERC721, ERC1155, BEP20, etc.
Understanding of DeFi (Decentralized Finance) platforms like Uniswap, Compound, Aave, etc.
Good knowledge of liquidity pools, staking, lending, and borrowing standards within the blockchain ecosystem.

Technical Skills

Experience in blockchain platforms like Ethereum and Solana.
Proficiency in Flutter, Node.js with TypeScript, and NextJS/ReactJS.
3+ years of experience with SEO optimization for websites.
Hands-on experience with MonoRepo and tag-based deployment.
Familiarity with logging tools such as Bugsnag and Glitchtip.
Proficient in documenting technical architecture and maintaining database design.
Experience managing API collections and documentation using Postman.

Integration Experience

Experience integrating external providers for crypto wallets (e.g., Fireblocks) and payment gateways using webhooks, APIs, and SDKs.
Experience integrating payment gateways and customer support systems (e.g., Zendesk, Intercom).
Experience in integrating marketing tools (e.g., Blaze) into websites.
Experience in managing CMS integrations (e.g., Contentful, WordPress).
Experience handling large-volume ticker data from crypto exchanges.

Benefits

Hybrid remote work
Opportunity to lead innovative projects
Collaboration with international teams

This is a unique opportunity to lead the technological direction of a forward-thinking company in the blockchain and crypto space. If you are a visionary leader with a passion for technology and innovation, we would love to hear from you.