LI.FI
Lead Security Architect
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Software Engineering Remote Posted on Mar 13, 2026 Apply now Location
Full time
Compensation €180K – €250K • Offers Equity
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A quick run-down of the job
As LI.FI continues to scale its engineering organisation, we are looking for a VP of Engineering to strengthen execution across teams and build the leadership structure needed for the company’s next stage of growth.
You will lead the engineering organisation, overseeing all engineering teams and working closely with the CTO, product teams, and the broader leadership team to ensure strong delivery, technical alignment, and scalable execution. This role focuses on execution, leadership, and organisational effectiveness - ensuring teams deliver reliably while building the systems and culture needed to support long-term growth.
A key part of this role will also be helping the organisation scale engineering productivity through AI and automation, enabling teams to deliver more impact without relying purely on headcount growth.
This is a leadership role for someone who is comfortable operating independently, identifying problems before they surface, and building strong systems that allow engineering teams to thrive.
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Applications from outside this region will not be considered.
What you'll do
Own engineering execution
Ensure engineering teams deliver reliably with high quality and predictable velocity
Identify and resolve cross-team dependencies, risks, and bottlenecks
Establish clear ownership and accountability across teams
Continuously improve engineering processes, delivery, and operational effectiveness
Partner closely with Product leadership to align engineering execution with product priorities and roadmap
Enable teams to ship MVPs quickly and iterate rapidly, reducing time from idea to production
Scale the engineering organisation
Design and evolve the engineering organisation as the company grows
Lead workforce planning and resource allocation across teams
Improve communication flows, team structure, and decision-making processes
Identify structural challenges early and implement solutions
Ensure the engineering organisation can support new product initiatives and company growth without slowing execution
Lead engineering managers and senior technical leaders
Manage and develop engineering managers and technical leaders
Set high standards for hiring, performance management, and career development
Foster an engineering culture where teams take ownership, move quickly, and consistently raise the bar for execution
Encourage teams to deliver meaningful impact for the business
Drive AI-enabled engineering productivity
Help define and implement LI.FI’s AI-enabled engineering strategy
Identify opportunities for automation and developer productivity improvements
Support teams adopting AI tools and agents in development workflows
Help scale engineering output without relying solely on headcount growth
Leadership experience
Experience leading and scaling engineering organisations
Proven ability to manage engineering managers and senior technical leaders
Ability to operate independently and proactively solve problems
Comfortable making difficult decisions and setting clear direction
Technical credibility
Strong understanding of modern software engineering practices
Ability to evaluate technical architecture and engineering estimates
Solid understanding of infrastructure, DevOps, and distributed systems
Familiarity with backend environments (Node.js knowledge is helpful)
Ability to engage credibly with senior engineers and technical leaders
Domain experience
Interest in crypto infrastructure and the Web3 ecosystem
Experience in Web3 is helpful but not required
Experience in fintech, trading systems, or financial infrastructure is highly relevant
Ability to quickly build context in complex technical environments
Company culture
Embracing the differences
Embrace your own differences
Respect and welcome the unique qualities of others
See others’ differences as an opportunity to grow
Own it, do it
Own tasks end-to-end
Hold yourself to a high bar for execution
Make bold decisions, and be accountable
Understand your limitations and seek for help
Fail forward
Try - don’t be afraid to fail
Learn - don’t make the same mistake twice
Adapt - grow with the experience
Have fun together
Take the time to get to know and understand each other better
Don’t take yourself too seriously and keep it light-hearted
Fun should be coming from a place of love and respect
What you’ll get
Annual team offsites (Thailand in 2023 and Vietnam in 2024 were a blast, Marrakech in March 2025 was blast-ier; let’s see what happens in 2026!)
30 days of PTO
Flexible remote days
Flexible working hours
Equity participation from day 1
Entitlement to work computer (choice of equipment)
An annual 1,000€ personal development budget once you have worked 6+ months (pro-rated the first year)
A one-time 1,000€ remote budget to use on coworking, office setup, etc.
If you join us as an independent contractor, you’re only entitled to the first five benefits of this list.
Application process
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LI.FI is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Join us in our dedication to fostering a workplace that values and respects each team member's unique contributions.
Shortlisted candidates will undergo a comprehensive interview process, including a people operations interview, a take-home assignment, a meet-the-team & founder interview, and a reference check.
For more information, visit our page detailing our hiring process!
Compensation Range: €180K - €250K
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