Crypto Wallet Operations Specialist

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities, and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital, and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity, and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters—it’s how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation, and a willingness to challenge consensus.

As a Crypto Wallet Operations Specialist, you’ll help support the day-to-day operations of our cryptoasset trading business. You will work closely with a variety of internal teams and external counterparties and exchanges to efficiently manage daily workflows and continually refine operational procedures. This role will work US hours and ideally be located in the Cayman Islands. We will assist with relocation if needed. For candidates with certain backgrounds, we may be open to London and Amsterdam.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate cryptocurrency transactions between exchanges
• Perform treasury and inventory management of Cryptoassets
• Monitor pending settlements and liaise with counterparties and exchanges as needed to reduce settlement risk
• Liaise with back-office teams to facilitate comprehensive reconciliation activities
• Collaborate with a fast-paced trading team
• Provide timely and accurate responses to internal and external requests
• Pro-active problem-solver by being able to troubleshoot issues/problems
• Utilize technology skills (Excel, VBA or other programming background) to automate operational processes and perform analysis on large data sets
• Provide additional administrative support to the team as needed

Requirements

• Previous experience transacting cryptocurrency
• Strong understanding of various blockchains and how to read block explorers
• Familiarity with centralized exchanges
• Efficient in managing multiple tasks simultaneously
• Experience with DeFi protocols highly preferred
• Python experience preferred or other experience with scripting languages such as Excel or VBA
• Traditional Finance or Crypto trading knowledge
• Ability to work a variable work schedule that overlaps with North America hours