About the company
Kraken, the trusted and secure digital asset exchange, is on a mission to accelerate the adoption of cryptocurrency so that you and the rest of the world can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. Our 2,350+ Krakenites are a world-class team ranging from the crypto-curious to industry experts, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology. As a fully remote company, we already have Krakenites in 70+ countries (speaking 50+ languages). We're one of the most diverse organizations on the planet and this remains key to our values. We continue to lead the industry with new product advancements like Kraken NFT, on- and off-chain staking and instant bitcoin transfers via the Lightning Network.
Job Summary
The opportunity
📍Own and Scale Kraken’s Lending Business 📍Lead strategy, product, and execution across all lending functions—on-platform, OTC, and bespoke institutional solutions. Take full ownership of P&L and balance sheet performance, drive growth, and optimize ROI across yield-generating products. 📍Drive Profitability and Balance Sheet Optimization 📍Deploy and manage lending strategies that enhance revenue and capital efficiency. Work with Treasury and Risk to ensure prudent balance sheet utilization, risk-adjusted returns, and regulatory readiness. 📍Expand Institutional Lending & Yield Offerings 📍Design and develop innovative yield solutions for institutional clients—including collateralized lending, rehypothecation structures, and integrated margin solutions. Partner with Sales and Trading to expand distribution and deepen client relationships. 📍Cross-Functional Collaboration 📍Work alongside Engineering, Trading, Risk, and Legal to build and scale infrastructure, improve risk frameworks, and ensure product and operational readiness. Align lending strategies with Kraken’s broader institutional roadmap. 📍Market and Product Leadership 📍Stay at the forefront of lending innovation in crypto and traditional finance. Identify new trends in collateral, risk mitigation, custody, and structured products to inform and expand the platform’s competitive edge.
Skills you should HODL
📍Lending & Structured Product Expertise 📍8+ years experience in crypto or traditional finance with a focus on lending, credit structuring, or balance sheet management. Strong understanding of capital markets, secured lending, collateral frameworks, and Prime Brokerage. 📍Balance Sheet and Risk Acumen 📍Proven ability to drive balance sheet ROI, manage credit risk, and structure scalable lending programs across multiple client segments. 📍Institutional Client Mindset 📍Strong background working with institutional clients—understanding their needs, risk appetite, and capital requirements. 📍📍Ability to design lending products aligned to their goals. 📍Product and Strategy Leadership 📍Track record of scaling financial products. Adept at strategic thinking, product innovation, and cross-functional execution.
The future of finance is here — whether you’re interested in blockchain, cryptocurrency, or remote web3 jobs, there’s a perfect role waiting for you.
