Head of Technology
Confidential9 months ago
Schiller Park, IL, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Head of Technology – We are seeking a dynamic leader to catalyze the next phase of growth by shaping our technical vision and building a regulated-grade infrastructure for digital assets. As our first engineering hire in a venture-backed company, you will choose the technology stack, lead the platform build from inception to production, and make fundamental architectural decisions involving blockchain, smart contracts, security, and operational infrastructure.
About the Company – A globally-recognized events & entertainment company operating in the Events Services industry. Privately Held since 2018, with over 10,001 employees and a diverse portfolio spanning Events, Retail, Consulting, Information Technology, Automation, and more.
Key Responsibilities
- Shape the technical vision by choosing the technology stack and leading the platform build from inception to production.
- Guide essential decisions on blockchain or ledger choices, smart contract architecture, security, and overall operational infrastructure.
- Collaborate closely with the CEO, venture partners, and legal & compliance teams to ensure technical systems align with institutional financial requirements.
- Lead, scale, and mentor engineering teams while serving as a technical authority in discussions with various stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
- Experience Required: Minimum of 7 years in building production systems.
- Robust background in fintech, crypto, or financial infrastructure.
- Strong ownership, ability to navigate ambiguity, and a proven track record in making early architectural decisions with long-term impact.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with institutional finance, especially in digital asset markets, credit, custody, or trading infrastructure.
Required Skills
Technical Architecture
Compliance
Crypto
Blockchain
Smart Contracts
Fintech
Security
Platform Development
Engineering Leadership
Digital Assets Infrastructure