Chief Technology Officer
Posted 25 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Chief Technology Officer ”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 15+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
No salary listed for this role.
CertificationsCISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC
About Us
Established in 2018, Bybit is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges and digital financial platforms, serving over 80 million users across more than 200 countries and regions. Powered by world-class technology and a user-first mindset, Bybit delivers a seamless ecosystem across trading, payments, wealth management, custody, institutional services, and Web3 — connecting users to the future of digital finance. Our core values define how we build. We listen, care and improve to create products and experiences that put users first. Backed by a global team of ambitious builders, problem-solvers, and innovators, we foster a high-performance and fast-moving environment where talent is empowered to drive real impact at the global scale. Supported by 24/7 multilingual customer service and a strong commitment to innovation, we are shaping the future of finance through technology, collaboration, and bold execution. Today, Bybit is recognized as one of the most trusted and transparent platforms in the digital asset industry, continuing to expand its global presence while building the infrastructure for the next generation of financial services.
Core Responsibilities
- Strategic Vision & Ownership: Take full executive ownership of the end-to-end design, development, operation, and continuous scaling of the platform’s core trading engines, custody systems, and matching infrastructure.
- Security & Compliance First: Architect and enforce institutional-grade cybersecurity frameworks. Ensure all technical operations strictly adhere to Hong Kong SFC regulatory requirements, ISO/IEC 27001 standards, and SOC 2 compliance.
- Technology Roadmap & Innovation: Drive the technological vision of the company. Anticipate industry trends in Web3, blockchain interoperability, and digital assets to keep the platform’s tech stack resilient, competitive, and future-proof.
- Vendor & Partner Management: Lead the technical evaluation, integration, and ongoing management of critical third-party vendors, including blockchain analytics tools (e.g., Chainalysis, Elliptic), KYC/AML providers, and institutional custody partners.
Professional Experience
- Extensive Tenure: 15+ years of progressive technology experience, with a minimum of 5-7 years in a senior leadership role (CTO, VP of Engineering, or Head of Technology).
- TradFi meets DeFi: Unique, proven track record bridging traditional financial services (TradFi)—such as investment banking, brokerage, or exchanges—and Virtual Asset Trading Platform (VATP) technology operations.