Technical Lead

Description :Tech Lead : Blockchain Payment PlatformLocation : Dubai, UAE the Role :Join us as a Tech Lead to architect and drive the technical vision of our cutting-edge blockchain-based payment infrastructure. We need a strategic technology leader who can balance innovation with security, compliance, and enterprise-scale reliability.What You'll Do :Technical Architecture & Strategy :- Design scalable system architecture for blockchain payment infrastructure across multiple networks- Drive technology stack decisions, framework selections, and tooling strategies- Create and execute technical roadmap aligned with business goals- Research and integrate emerging blockchain protocols and Web3 technologiesBlockchain & Security Leadership :- Architect multi-chain blockchain integrations and protocol implementations- Build enterprise-grade security for wallet infrastructure and transaction flows- Implement smart contract security frameworks and conduct audits- Design highly available, fault-tolerant distributed systemsCompliance & Risk :- Ensure platform compliance with financial regulations (KYC/AML/PCI-DSS)- Implement robust security protocols and data protection frameworks- Lead security assessments, penetration testing, and risk mitigation- Establish audit trails and regulatory reporting systemsEngineering Leadership :- Mentor and grow high-performing development teams- Drive technical excellence through code reviews and best practices- Collaborate with Product, Compliance, and Operations teams- Facilitate architectural discussions and technical problem-solvingEngineering Excellence :- Define coding standards, testing frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines- Optimize for performance, scalability, and 99.9%+ uptime- Champion DevOps culture and infrastructure-as-code practices- Drive innovation in blockchain payment processingWhat We're Looking For :Must-Have Technical Skills :- 7+ years software development experience with 3+ years in technical leadership- Blockchain Expertise : Ethereum, Bitcoin, Layer 2 solutions (Polygon, Arbitrum, Optimism)- Languages : Node.js, Python, Go, Solidity- Architecture : Microservices, distributed systems, event-driven design- Cloud : AWS/GCP/Azure (containerization with Docker/Kubernetes)- Security : Cryptography, security best practices, threat modelingDomain Expertise : - Fintech/payment systems/digital assets experience required- Deep understanding of financial regulations and compliance frameworks- Knowledge of stablecoins, DeFi protocols, and tokenomics- Payment orchestration, settlement systems, and reconciliationLeadership Qualities :- Proven ability to lead and scale technical teams- Strategic problem-solver with strong analytical skills- Excellent communicator for both technical and business stakeholders- Experience balancing technical debt with rapid feature delivery- Hands-on with Agile/Scrum methodologiesNice to Have :- Smart contract development and security auditing experience- Web3 integrations (WalletConnect, MetaMask, Rainbow)- Security certifications (CISSP, CEH, OSCP)- Active open-source blockchain contributor- Experience scaling platforms to millions of transactions- Background with payment gateways or crypto exchanges- Work EnvironmentWork Mode : In-office (5 days a week) :Location : Dubai, UAE- Collaborative team environment with direct access to leadership- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge blockchain technologyWhy This Role ?Work at the intersection of blockchain innovation and real-world payments from our Dubai office. Build infrastructure that powers the future of digital finance while leading a talented engineering team in one of the world's leading fintech hubs. (ref:hirist.tech)