Value Stream Architect, Custody (80-100%)

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a Value Stream Architect for Custody and DeFi to join our Enterprise Architecture team and report directly to the Head of Architecture. In this role, you will mentor the other team members and participate in all relevant ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinements, Steering Committees, etc.) for the teams you oversee.

Main tasks

• Act as a technical stakeholder to the Custody Value Stream Leadership Team and work closely with business owners and product leaders to prioritize deliveries.
• Work with business owners and project managers to define and develop the custody value stream delivery route.
• Define and evolve the system architecture to meet business, stability, maintenance and security requirements and maintain the long-term technical direction of the Custody Value Stream.
• Ensure compliance with best security and enterprise architecture standards and work closely with the rest of the enterprise architecture and CISO team to ensure compliance with established corporate and security standards.
• Work closely with the tech leads to understand and develop the platform towards the desired goal.
• Design, document and communicate all technical and architectural decisions and roadmaps.

Ideal candidate

• Solid understanding of cryptography and blockchain concepts, digital asset security and key management best practices (HSMs, Trusted Execution Environment, etc.)
• Bachelor's degree (or higher) with 10+ years of experience in an engineering, architecture or technical architecture role.
• Solid understanding of architectural patterns, modern tech stacks and security.
• Proven experience in the design and implementation of key business and technical initiatives.
• In-depth and practical knowledge of TypeScript (NodeJS) or Java21.
• Manage day-to-day interactions with business users and technology teams.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to make mature judgments.
• Willingness to mentor people and teams and participate directly in coding when needed.
• Strong desire to continue learning.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to support the business owners in defining a product roadmap and the future of the Sygnum Custody business.
• Highly organized and experienced in communicating across teams, geographies and functions.

We offer

• Be part of a dynamic, global team building a trusted interface between traditional and digital asset economies.
• Work in a fast-paced, exciting environment that values meritocracy, collaboration and open communication.
• A comprehensive package of benefits for all team members.