Job Application for Chief Technology Officer at Bybit

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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.
Regulatory & SFC Expertise: Direct, interactive experience working with the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and external assessor(s) during VATP (and/or Type 1 & Type 7) license applications. Deep understanding of the SFC’s technical, cybersecurity, and algorithmic trading guidelines.
Deep Subject Matter Expertise: Hands-on background in institutional-grade platform architecture, distributed ledger technology (DLT), blockchain protocols, wallet custody solutions (Hot/Cold/Warm).
Governance & Integrity: Proven experience establishing rigorous daily technical governance, high-availability/low-latency systems, and robust disaster recovery/business continuity planning (DR/BCP) in a highly regulated environment.

Educational & Professional Qualifications

Academic Excellence: Holds an university degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Information Systems, or a related highly technical discipline from a top-tier institution.
Professional Certifications: Possesses recognized professional technical and security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CRISC) demonstrating a strong foundation in enterprise IT security, risk management, and technology governance.
Cloud & Architecture Credentials: Relevant certifications in cloud architecture (e.g., AWS, GCP, or Azure) and distributed systems are highly advantageous.

Leadership & Soft Skills

Team Building: Proven ability to recruit, mentor, and lead high-performing, cross-functional engineering, infrastructure, and cybersecurity teams globally and locally in Hong Kong.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a critical bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders. Work hand-in-hand with the CEO, Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), and Chief Operating Officer (COO) to align technology initiatives with business goals and regulatory mandates.
Crisis Management: Calm and decisive under pressure, with a proven ability to lead incident response teams during system outages, market volatility spikes, or cybersecurity threats.
Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English (fluency in Mandarin is a strong plus given the Hong Kong location).

Why Join Us
At Bybit, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching work environment.
Our benefits include:
- Study Growth Fund: We support your professional development and continuous learning.
- Internal Events: Participate in regular team-building activities, workshops, and events designed to promote collaboration and innovation.
- Global Collaboration: Be part of a diverse, international team, working alongside colleagues from around the world.
- Career Advancement: Access opportunities for growth and advancement within a rapidly expanding global company.
- Internal Mobility: Grow with us- Your long-term development is important to us. We offer internal job opportunities to help build your career path.

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