Cryptocurrency Exchange Operations Lead Job October 2025
SideShift.ai, a leading direct-to-wallet crypto exchange, is seeking an experienced and proactive Operations & Risk Manager. Since its launch in late 2018, SideShift.ai has grown to achieve seven-figure daily transaction volumes, enabling users to swap over 200 cryptocurrencies across multiple blockchains. We pride ourselves on key industry integrations with partners like Trezor, Bitcoin.com, and Edge Wallet. This role is crucial for maintaining our high operational standards and ensuring robust risk management in a fast-paced cryptocurrency environment.
October 23, 2025
November 23, 2025
Full-Time / Remote
📄 Job Description
- Overseeing day-to-day operations and risk management, coordinating logistics, workflows, and support functions across the team.
- Working closely with our risk management partners, fostering strong relationships, and identifying real-time gaps or issues.
- Ensuring all processes align with industry best practices and evolving regulatory requirements, demonstrating strong compliance awareness.
- Coordinating closely with service providers to efficiently resolve operational or technical issues as they arise.
- Providing regular, structured updates and reports to the executive team to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.
📌 Requirements
- A proven background in operations or risk management, with substantial experience in a related field.
- Deep familiarity with crypto exchanges, wallets, compliance protocols, and inherent risk considerations within the cryptocurrency space.
- An all-rounder mindset: practical, resourceful, and comfortable managing multiple moving parts across diverse teams and international jurisdictions.
- Strong technical ability and comfort working with service providers, ensuring operations run smoothly and efficiently.
- Exceptional detail-orientation, capable of spotting potential issues before they escalate, balancing structured approaches with adaptability.
📝 How to Apply
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the application deadline for this position?
The closing date for applications is November 23, 2025. We encourage all interested candidates to apply promptly.
Q2: Is this a remote or onsite position?
This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from wherever you feel most productive globally.
Q3: What kind of salary can I expect, and how is it paid?
SideShift.ai offers a competitive salary based on your location and experience, with the unique perk of being paid in a cryptocurrency of your choice.
Q4: What is SideShift.ai?
SideShift.ai is a leading direct-to-wallet crypto exchange that allows users to seamlessly swap over 200 cryptocurrencies across multiple blockchains with key industry integrations.
Q5: What are the key technical skills required for this role?
The role requires strong technical ability to coordinate with service providers and resolve operational/technical issues, along with a deep understanding of crypto exchanges and wallets.