Head of Engineering, Euronext Digital Assets
About the role
Head of Engineering – Digital Assets, based in Paris, leading the technical architecture, setting engineering standards, and guiding the build of tokenised market infrastructure alongside the CEDS Digital Asset team. Report to the CTO Digital Assets and launch the platform immediately.
Responsibilities
Own end‑to‑end architecture for digital asset solutions, combining distributed ledger technology with traditional market infrastructure.
Design cross‑chain topology, permissioned institutional chains (Hyperledger Besu, Canton) and public De
Fi chains (Ethereum, Layer‑2).
Define on‑chain compliance models including regulated security‑token standards (ERC‑3643, T‑REX), KYC whitelisting, AML screening, and transaction reporting.
Architect custody and key management using MPC solutions (Fireblocks, Taurus).
Set standards for code quality, review, testing, and secure‑by‑design delivery.
Lead threat modelling and security architecture until a dedicated security lead is available.
Plan and lead team evolution from build to run, making build/buy/partner decisions with Product.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with product, legal, regulatory, clearing, CSD, and client groups to align business objectives with regulatory frameworks (DLT Pilot Regime, Mi
FIDII, Mi
CA).
Maintain hands‑on responsibility for incidents and highest‑risk components.
Define and lead an AI‑augmented software‑delivery process, establish guardrails, review gates, and select tooling.
Qualifications & Experience
Seven+ years of solution architecture experience with at least three years in DLT or blockchain projects.
Deep knowledge of distributed systems, DLT architecture, EVM and permissioned chains.
Hands‑on understanding of token standards for regulated securities, on‑chain compliance, and smart‑contract security.
Proven secure‑architecture and threat‑modelling skills for high‑value financial systems operating 24×7 with zero downtime.
Working knowledge of capital‑markets settlement (Dv
P, CSD, CCP/clearing).
Player‑coach leadership style, calm under pressure, and excellent stakeholder‑management skills.
Degree in computer science, engineering or related field; cloud or blockchain certifications are a plus.
Required: AI engineering skills with the ability to specify AI‑in‑product capabilities and risk controls.
Location
Paris, France – on‑site.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Euronext is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other legally protected characteristic. We value diverse backgrounds and provide a mutually respectful environment for all employees.
How to apply
Submit a CV in English.
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