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Job Title: Director of Engineering -- Tokenization Exchange for Alternatives AssetsLocation: RemoteUS Shift Fulltime Permanent RoleCompany Overview:We are a Compliance Platform and cutting-edge Alternative Trading System (ATS) exchange dedicated to providing institutional investors and traders with a secure, efficient, and transparent platform for trading alternative assets. Leveraging advanced technology and industry expertise, our ATS exchange offers a robust marketplace for trading a wide range of alternative investments, including private securities, digital assets, and more. As we continue to expand our platform and offerings, we are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Vice President of Engineering to lead our talented team in driving technological innovation and excellence.Position Overview:As the Vice President of Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technological strategy and roadmap of our ATS exchange platform. You will lead a team of experienced engineers and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of our institutional clients and the evolving regulatory landscape. This role presents an exciting opportunity to drive technical innovation, build scalable and resilient systems, and contribute to the growth and success of our Compliance Platform and Blockchain Digital Asset Exchange. You need to have a passion for Trading, experience with Stocks, Options, Bonds, Money Market Funds, and experience in interacting with multiple Brokerage Accounts: Robinhood, Coinbase, Interactive Brokers, etc.Responsibilities:Provide strategic leadership and direction to the engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.Develop and execute a roadmap for the technical evolution of our ATS exchange platform, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.Lead the design, development, and deployment of high-performance trading systems and infrastructure to support the efficient execution of alternative asset trades.Collaborate with compliance, legal, and regulatory teams to ensure platform compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.Drive initiatives to enhance platform security, reliability, and scalability, leveraging best practices and emerging technologies.Partner with product management, operations, and other stakeholders to prioritize and deliver features and enhancements that drive user adoption and satisfaction.Recruit, mentor, and develop top engineering talent, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth.Establish and maintain effective processes, tools, and methodologies for software development, quality assurance, and deployment.Lead complex cross-functional programs from concept through launch, including scope definition, resource planning, risk management, and delivery of key milestones across multiple product and platform initiatives.Implement and operate a structured program management framework (OKRs, roadmaps, dependency tracking, status reviews) to ensure alignment between engineering, product, operations, and compliance.Own executive-ready status, risk, and decision reports for the full engineering portfolio, providing clear, concise dashboards and narratives tailored for the CEO, Board, and other senior stakeholders.Drive a disciplined cadence of executive reporting (weekly summaries, monthly business reviews, quarterly board updates) with clear indicators of progress, risks, and mitigations.Coordinate and manage work across globally distributed teams, including engineering and product teams located in India, ensuring effective collaboration, handoffs, and follow-the-sun execution.Develop communication norms, overlapping hours, and collaboration practices to support high-performing hybrid teams across U.S. and India time zones, including occasional travel as needed.Requirements:Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.Proven track record of leadership and success in building and scaling high-performance engineering teams in the financial services industry, with experience in trading systems or exchanges preferred.Deep understanding of financial markets, trading technologies, compliance, and regulatory requirements, particularly in the context of alternative assets.Extensive experience in software development, architecture, and system design, with expertise in low-latency, high-throughput trading systems.Strong knowledge of modern software development methodologies, tools, and best practices.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and influence decision-making.Demonstrated ability to think strategically, analyze complex problems, and make data-driven decisions.Experience working in the financial technology (fintech) industry or with alternative trading systems is a plus.7+ years of hands-on program management or large-scale delivery leadership experience in technology or fintech environments, driving multi-team initiatives from roadmap through execution.Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining executive-level reporting (dashboards, KPIs, portfolio views, board materials) that enable swift, informed decision-making.Proven ability to translate complex technical and regulatory topics into clear, concise updates for C‑level executives and non-technical stakeholders.Prior experience leading or closely partnering with engineering teams located in India, including managing distributed teams, aligning priorities across regions, and optimizing for different time zones and cultures.Strong cultural awareness and adaptability, with a track record of building trust and high performance in global, remote-first organizations.Location:This position is remote; however, quarterly meetings and travel for a few client meetings may be required.Benefits:Competitive salary and equity optionsComprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceRemote workGenerous vacation and paid time offOpportunities for professional development and growthDynamic and collaborative work environmentJoin us in shaping the future of alternative asset trading through technology and innovation. If you are passionate about financial markets and want to make an impact in a dynamic and growing industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of our mission to revolutionize the world of alternative investments.