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Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.
About the team + role
We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.
The Crypto Custody team’s mission is to build a world-class custody platform that supports both custodial and non-custodial blockchain products with exceptional security and reliability. We are responsible for Robinhood’s core crypto custody infrastructure, and our work directly supports new products, assets, and global expansion efforts!
As a Staff Engineer, you will architect and scale secure systems for digital asset custody, transforming manual operations into automated, policy-driven infrastructure. You’ll lead high-stakes custody initiatives, drive system-wide reliability and compliance, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the secure handling of digital assets at scale.
This role is based in our New York, NY office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.
At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.
What you’ll do
Own and scale Robinhood’s custodial and non-custodial programs, building secure infrastructure for new assets, products, and markets
Drive reliability, scalability, and automation across all custody operations, transforming manual processes into resilient, policy-driven systems
Design and implement robust custody services including transaction signing, policy enforcement, reconciliation, and monitoring
Partner cross-functionally with infrastructure, security, compliance, finance, and risk teams to execute secure and compliant custody operations
Lead secure key ceremonies and physical custody processes with the highest standards of precision and audit readiness
What you bring
10+ years of experience building and scaling blockchain custody systems in regulated environments
Proficiency in Python and/or Go with strong understanding of cloud-native architectures (e.g., AWS, Kubernetes)
Deep familiarity with multisignature and MPC custody systems, including practical experience with HSMs and custody vendors
In-depth knowledge of blockchain protocols including UTXO-based (e.g., Bitcoin) and account-based (e.g., Ethereum, Solana) models
Strong communication and collaboration skills with a documentation-first, security-conscious approach
What we offer
Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career
Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
Lifestyle wallet — a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more
Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health support
Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces
In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits.
Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
Base Pay Range:
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If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.
Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.
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