Job Application for Financial Crime Investigations Specialist at Ramp Network

Join the Web3 revolution at Ramp Network!

👋🏼 A few words about us

At Ramp Network, we provide a powerful fiat <> crypto toolkit that enables anyone - from established brands to blockchain pioneers - to easily onboard their next million users into Web3.

Bridging the gap between today's financial system and the emerging crypto economy is our lifelong mission. Driven by our vision, sense of community, and passion for excellence, we relentlessly work to make this dream come true and bring Web3 to the mainstream.

From day one, our founders have built a purpose-led organisation where a culture of high performance, receptive minds, and collaboration is at the core. If you’re looking to accelerate your career, grow at pace, and have a meaningful impact, you’ll find a home at Ramp Network. We have huge ambitions and want people to join us on our quest to become a world-leading Web3 organisation.

🙌🏼 What you will be doing

We’re growing our FinCrime team and seeking a Blockchain Investigator based out of our Dublin office (start date of the 1st of January 2025). In this role, you will conduct an in-depth analysis of on-chain and off-chain transactions and other relevant customer information to evaluate the nature of activities, identify associated entities, and prevent the illicit use of cryptocurrencies.

🧩 What you will be working on

Offering technical guidance and investigative/analytical support for intricate and highly sensitive investigations related to the illicit use of cryptocurrencies.
Conducting in-depth analysis of customer account data, both on-chain and off-chain transactions, account characteristics, and other relevant information to evaluate the nature of activities and identify associated entities as needed.
Thoroughly documenting research, outlining the steps taken, information collected, and the conclusions reached.
Recognizing patterns in abnormal or malicious activities and mapping out networks of bad actors.
Collaborating with other teams to assist in providing and/or gathering information.
Providing feedback to relevant departments based on analyses to enhance the company's security framework.

⚙️ Our toolkit:

Chainalysis, Comply Advantage, Nethone, SumSub
Slack, Notion, Google Workspace, ClickUp

🤟🏻 What you will bring:

1 to 3 years of direct experience in AML/CFT blockchain investigations.
Previous experience in FinCrime, Compliance, AML, or KYC.
Proficiency in using blockchain analytics tools like Chainalysis, TRM, or Elliptic, along with the ability to trace funds manually through pertinent block explorers.
Thorough understanding of cryptocurrency flows associated with DeFi applications.
Strong attention to detail coupled with robust analytical skills.
Critical thinking proficiency, with a keen consideration of all possibilities.
Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and innovatively.
Strong research and writing skills coupled with clear and concise communication.
Unwavering commitment to providing quality investigations and executing tasks at hand.
A well-calibrated moral compass and a high level of integrity.
High level of motivation coupled with the capacity to work efficiently in both team settings and independently when required, with minimal supervision.
Solid awareness of security principles.

🌟 Extra points for:

Prior experience using SQL and/or Python for data analysis.
Experience researching and analyzing cybercrime, especially if financial in nature, and familiarity with cybercriminal organizations and tactics.

🪄 What’s in it for you?

💸 Competitive salary

Equity package: share in our success
Zero-fee crypto purchases via on-ramp!
40,000 - 50,000 euros on Employment Contract

🩺 Health & wellbeing

Private medical care package
Gym pass for you and your partner
Dedicated time off for yearly health check-ups

🧠 Development & Growth

Self-development and conference budget
Language lessons
Internal workshops and activities supporting growth and mental health

🏢 Great working environment

Modern and comfy offices in Dublin (we expect you to come in to one of our offices 3 days a week), which has everything you'll need to excel and collaborate with your team
The best laptops and kit to work on
Internal Tech meetups on-site & online
Team socials funded by us and free lunch once a week

Please note that the earliest start date for this role is the 1st of January 2025

💚 Our Culture

We are fueled by a strong sense of community, purpose, and the drive to build a sustainable business. Together, we nurture a culture of high performance, low egos, receptive minds, and collaboration. We provide space for ambition, trust and empowerment to allow you to be your best self.

Our culture has been founder-driven from the start, it is defined by our shared values and behaviours, which are distinctly Ramp Network and represent the organisation that we have built. This is our recipe for success that we all believe in…this is how we will win!

👉Check out this short video to learn more about Life working at Ramp Network

Diversity and Inclusivity Statement

At Ramp Network, inclusivity and equality are core to our mission, and we strive to embed these values in every aspect of our operations. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters innovation, collaboration, and success.

One of our core values, Radically Inclusive, is enacted daily. We create a space of belonging and support, fostering a tightly-knit team that embraces diversity in all its forms. Being different isn’t just welcomed; it unites us and gives us our edge. We give space for all peculiarities, nerdiness, and quirkiness!

We are proud of the progress we have made as a fast-growing start-up, but we recognize that our journey is ongoing. We look forward to evolving our diversity, equity, and inclusion practices further in 2025 and beyond, creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Financial Crime Investigations Specialist