Director of Operations, Crypto

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New York, NY, USA
In-Office
230K-270K Annually
Senior level
Fintech • Cryptocurrency
Robinhood's mission is to democratize finance for all.
The Role
The Director of Operations in Crypto will manage daily crypto settlement processes, oversee reconciliation, lead a team, and implement efficient workflows.
Summary Generated by Built In
Join us in building the future of finance.

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 motivated 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 Operations team focuses on delivering a reliable customer experience while managing operational risk across Robinhood’s crypto products. The team oversees settlement, custody, and account services processes. You will contribute to maintaining accurate, secure, and scalable systems that support global crypto operations.
As Director of Crypto Operations, you will lead end-to-end settlement and money movement processes across Robinhood’s crypto entities. You will oversee daily fiat and crypto operations, manage key counterparty relationships, and ensure appropriate wallet balances and reconciliation processes. This role includes leading an org of managers and operations specialists, improving workflows, and supporting audits and regulatory inquiries. You will also introduce automation and tooling to improve settlement speed, reconciliation accuracy, and operational scale.
This role is based in our New York, NY office, with in-person attendance expected 5 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

● Oversee daily fiat and crypto settlement processes with market makers, liquidity providers, and exchanges across multiple entities
● Oversee wallet rebalancing, custody reconciliation, and liquidity thresholds to ensure accurate and timely operations
● Lead, coach, and develop an org of operations managers and specialists responsible for settlement,money movement, and account servicing activities
● Improve operational workflows by identifying inefficiencies and implementing scalable solutions, including automation tools
● Work with partners across trading operations, treasury, risk, engineering, and compliance to support secure and consistent operations

What you bring

● 6+ years of experience in crypto operations, including settlement, custody, and money movement in an institutional setting
● 5+ years of experience managing and developing teams, with a track record of supporting team performance and growth
● Strong knowledge of cryptocurrency markets, exchanges, and on-chain transactions
● Familiarity with global fiat payment systems and associated operational controls
● Experience supporting audits and regulatory reviews, with a clear understanding of risk management and compliance requirements

Leadership expectations

Our ambitious roadmap requires a great culture shaped by exceptional leaders. Here’s what we expect from them:
● Drive high performance by setting clear, focused goals, giving real-time feedback, stretching top talent, and scaling impact through focus, innovation, and tech.
● Hire and retain top talent by setting a high bar, hiring only those who raise it, investing in onboarding, and addressing talent issues quickly and fairly.
● Create community by connecting work to purpose, removing friction while prioritizing safety, building trust and inclusion, and leading from the front with integrity.

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 benefits
● 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:

Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)
$230,000$270,000 USD
Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL)
$202,000$238,000 USD
Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL)
$179,000$211,000 USD

Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity.

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.

Skills Required

  • 6+ years of experience in crypto operations
  • 5+ years of experience managing and developing teams
  • Strong knowledge of cryptocurrency markets and exchanges
  • Familiarity with global fiat payment systems
  • Experience supporting audits and regulatory reviews

Robinhood Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Robinhood and has not been reviewed or approved by Robinhood.

  • Healthcare Strength Company materials emphasize best-in-class medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside mental-health support and life/disability insurance. Feedback suggests employer-paid coverage levels are strong for employees and solid for dependents.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave and fertility benefits are consistently highlighted, with leave lengths described as generous for the industry. Feedback suggests these family-forming supports compare favorably to many fintech peers.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits A flexible lifestyle wallet, commuter support, and rich office perks (catered meals, snacks, events) are prominently featured. Feedback suggests these everyday perks enhance the overall value of the package.

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The Company
HQ: Menlo Park, CA
0 Employees
Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOOD) transformed financial services by introducing commission-free stock trading and democratizing access to the markets for millions of investors. Today, Robinhood, through its subsidiaries, lets you trade stocks, options, futures (which includes event contracts), and crypto, invest for retirement, earn with Robinhood Gold, and access an expert-managed portfolio with Robinhood Strategies. Headquartered in Menlo Park, California, Robinhood puts customers in the driver’s seat, delivering unprecedented value and products intentionally designed for a new generation of investors. Additional information about Robinhood can be found at www.robinhood.com.

Why Work With Us

At Robinhood, we are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. Every role can make a real impact. We’re a team of builders, doers, and bold thinkers who thrive in a high-performance environment and take pride in raising the bar for ourselves and the millions of customers we serve.

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