Role Description
Our customer is seeking a skilled Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of proprietary crypto coin infrastructure within their financial organization. This role requires hands-on experience in blockchain technology, digital asset platforms, and financial systems integration. The architect will work closely with engineering, product, and compliance teams to build secure, scalable, and regulatory-compliant solutions for native crypto coins, supporting the bank’s expansion into digital assets and decentralized finance.
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Solution Design:
Translate business requirements into technical solutions for crypto coin interoperability, ensuring compliance and performance.
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Crypto Coin Platform Architecture:
Architect and oversee the development of proprietary crypto coin systems, including consensus mechanisms, tokenomics, and smart contract frameworks.
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Blockchain Network Operations:
Design and manage blockchain node infrastructure, validator networks, and cross-chain interoperability for native crypto coins.
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Technical Architecture:
Design detailed architecture for coin issuance, transaction processing, wallet management, and blockchain network management with focus on scalability and security.
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Technology Stack Oversight:
Recommend decisions on blockchain protocols (e.g., Ethereum, Hyperledger, Solana), cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure), APIs, and databases.
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Integration:
Implement integration strategies for legacy financial systems and third-party services (e.g., KYC/AML, custodians).
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Digital Asset Security:
Implement advanced cryptographic protocols, key management solutions (HSMs, MPC), and penetration testing for all digital asset platforms.
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Compliance:
Ensure system designs meet regulatory standards (e.g., SEC, NYDFS, MiCA, GDPR, FATF Travel Rule) and conduct risk assessments.
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Integration with DeFi and Web3:
Evaluate and integrate DeFi protocols, decentralized exchanges, and Web3 services to expand the utility and reach of proprietary coins.
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Delivery Oversight:
Guide implementation teams to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
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Stakeholder Engagement:
Communicate technical concepts effectively to stakeholders and support decision-making.
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Technology Evaluation:
Assess emerging technologies (DeFi, CBDCs, NFTs, DAOs) to enhance solution capabilities.
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Ecosystem Partnerships:
Collaborate with external partners, open-source communities, and vendors to accelerate adoption and interoperability of customer's crypto solutions.
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Documentation:
Produce technical documentation including architecture diagrams, data flows, and security protocols.
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Reference Architectures & Best Practices:
Develop reusable reference architectures and best practices for crypto infrastructure, sharing insights with engineering and product teams.
Qualifications
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Deep expertise in blockchain platforms (Ethereum, Hyperledger, Solana, etc.), smart contract development (Solidity, Rust), and token standards (ERC-20, ERC-721, custom).
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Experience with crypto custody solutions, wallet integrations, and secure asset onboarding/offboarding.
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Familiarity with DeFi, NFT, and DAO architectures.
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Cloud-native development (microservices, Kubernetes).
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API design (REST) and integration tools (ETL).
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Stakeholder communication (technical and non-technical audiences).
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Leadership in Agile/DevOps environments.
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Analytical problem-solving for complex systems.
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Project Management: Proficiency in tools like Jira; familiarity with SDLC and CI/CD pipelines.
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Strong understanding of cryptographic primitives, zero-knowledge proofs, and privacy-preserving technologies.
Requirements
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Foundational Understanding: Wallet & key management, transaction orchestration, smart contract lifecycle management, on-chain analytics and forensics, asset onboarding, monitoring, and offboarding, and node infrastructure.
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Blockchain: Token standards, decentralized governance, and cross-chain interoperability.
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Crypto Coins: In-depth knowledge of coin lifecycle management, including minting, burning, staking, and governance.
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Financial Systems: Payment networks (e.g., ACH), liquidity management, and settlement processes.
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Regulatory Landscape: Global regulations (e.g., SEC, MiCA, NYDFS) and compliance tools (e.g., Chainalysis).
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Security: Cryptography, HSMs, and penetration testing methodologies.
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Awareness of emerging trends in digital assets, such as CBDCs, programmable money, and decentralized identity.
Benefits
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Medical, dental & vision
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Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
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401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
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Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
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Short and long-term disability
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Health Spending Account (HSA)
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Transportation benefits
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Employee Assistance Program
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Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Company Description
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo, NY. The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $120.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
