Engineering Manager – Crypto

About Us

MM Fintech is at the forefront of redefining the future of finance. As a leading force in the fintech space, we’re building next-generation platforms that blend financial inclusion, security, and cutting-edge technology. With a strong focus on blockchain, digital assets, and crypto infrastructure, we’re pioneering solutions that power the decentralized economy. As we scale our impact, we’re looking for visionary leaders to help drive engineering excellence in the fast-evolving world of cryptocurrency. Join us on this transformative journey — where innovation meets regulation, and technology powers financial freedom.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 4 years in backend development, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership or engineering management role, preferably in fintech or blockchain environments.
• Java Expertise: Deep, hands-on experience with Java and its ecosystem (e.g., Spring Boot, Hibernate) in high-performance, enterprise-grade systems.
• Crypto & Fintech Background: Proven track record in the cryptocurrency or digital asset space, with understanding of wallets, custody solutions, blockchain protocols (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum), transaction monitoring, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., FATF Travel Rule, AML/KYC).
• Architectural Excellence: Strong grasp of RESTful APIs, microservices, event-driven architecture, and cloud-native development (AWS preferred). Experience designing secure, scalable systems for high-throughput financial transactions.
• Leadership & Influence: Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams, mentor senior developers, and align technical execution with strategic business goals. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Exceptional analytical skills to navigate complex technical, security, and operational challenges — especially in regulated, high-stakes environments.
• Project & Delivery Management: Experience managing product cycles, resource planning, and delivery timelines in agile environments. Familiarity with Jira, Scrum, or Kanban is a plus.
• Regulatory Awareness: Solid understanding of financial compliance standards as applied to crypto — including data privacy (GDPR), cybersecurity, and transaction integrity.
• English Proficient: Excellent spoken and written English for seamless communication in an international environment.

Your main responsibilities:

• Team Development: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of backend engineers. Foster a culture of ownership, innovation, and continuous improvement grounded in engineering excellence.
• Strategic Roadmap Ownership: Partner with CTO and product leadership to define the long-term technical vision for our crypto infrastructure — from on-chain interactions to off-ramp settlements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, security experts, compliance officers, and frontend teams to deliver seamless, regulated, and user-centric crypto experiences.
• Security & Compliance Advocacy: Ensure all systems meet the highest standards for crypto security, auditability, and regulatory compliance. Champion best practices in key management, fraud detection, and transaction monitoring.
• Engineering Excellence: Champion CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, observability, and DevOps practices to ensure fast, reliable, and safe deployments.
• Delivery & Stakeholder Management: Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively. Clearly communicate progress, risks, and trade-offs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What We Offer

• Competitive Perks: We offer a competitive remuneration package and comprehensive social benefits.
• Health & Happiness: Enjoy a full health insurance package for your peace of mind.
• Unplug & Recharge: 25 days of vacation – because you deserve a balanced life.
• Refer & Earn: Get a bonus for referring top talent.
• Prime Location: Our office is just a minute walk from a metro station – easy and convenient.
• Write History: Be part of a fast-growing fintech company that is shaping the future of finance.
• Rewarding Culture: We value product expertise, professional dedication, and personal development.
• Office-Based: We work from our office in Sofia – where collaboration and innovation thrive in person.