Job Description
About BitMEX
BitMEX stands as a globally leading exchange for crypto derivatives, offering traders a professional-grade trading platform. Since its inception in 2014, BitMEX has maintained an impeccable security record with "no coin lost, ever!" The platform caters to cryptocurrency derivatives traders by providing low latency, deep liquidity, and maximum availability.
Currently, BitMEX offers more than 100 derivatives contracts, 16 pairs for spot trading, and an easy conversion function between 30+ different cryptocurrencies. In 2015, BitMEX revolutionised the market by inventing the Perpetual Swap, which has since become the most widely traded crypto product. The company demonstrates a commitment to transparency by regularly publishing its on-chain Proof of Reserves and Proof of Liabilities since 2021, ensuring that available funds exceed total client balances.
Role Overview
The IT Manager is responsible for building and leading a global IT team to support BitMEX operations worldwide. This is a strategic leadership position requiring you to identify where processes and procedures would benefit the company and end users, then implement scalable solutions.
Key responsibilities include:
- Build, mentor, and empower a high-performing IT team across global operations
- Manage IT spend and budget effectively while maximizing ROI
- Identify process improvements and implement them across the organization
- Transition technical hands-on responsibilities to team members as the department grows
- Scale IT solutions proactively to meet evolving business requirements
- Set and maintain company IT standards and expectations
- Cultivate a culture of learning and professional growth within the team
- Support BitMEX's global trader base with reliable, secure infrastructure
Desired Results & Deliverables
As IT Manager, you will drive measurable outcomes including:
- Establishment of efficient IT processes and documented procedures
- A trained, capable IT team ready to scale with company growth
- Optimized IT budget allocation and cost management
- Improved security posture and compliance standards
- Enhanced end-user satisfaction and support response times
- Strategic technology roadmap aligned with business objectives
Why BitMEX?
Join a leading cryptocurrency exchange with a proven track record of security, innovation, and transparency. Work in a fast-paced fintech environment where your IT leadership directly impacts traders worldwide. This remote role offers flexibility while contributing to a mission-critical platform serving the global crypto community.
💰 Compensation not publicly listed. Market estimate for similar roles: from $80K, varying by experience and location.