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Tags: Web3 Jobs • Blockchain Cex Jobs • Blockchain Trading Jobs • Cryptocurrency Full Time Jobs • Web3 Web3 JobsCTO / Technical Lead – Centralized Crypto Exchange (CEX)Location: UAEEmployment Type: Full-TimeIndustry: Crypto Exchange / Trading InfrastructureAbout the RoleOur client is launching a regulated Centralized Exchange (CEX) in the UAE and require a hands-on Technical Lead / CTO with deep exchange infrastructure expertise.You will own the exchange architecture end-to-end.Key ResponsibilitiesArchitect and build order book & matching engineDesign settlement and custody systemsImplement real-time trading infrastructure (low latency, WebSockets)Integrate custody providers (Fireblocks, Copper, BitGo)Build market surveillance & anti-manipulation toolsLead technical sections of exchange license applicationsOversee trading pair listings & liquidity architectureRequirements5+ years building trading systems (CEX/DEX/traditional exchanges)Experience with high-performance matching enginesStrong custody & wallet infrastructure backgroundReal-time system architecture experienceKnowledge of crypto regulatory frameworks (VARA, MAS, FCA)Nice to HaveBuilt exchange from 0→1Managed $100M+ daily trading volumeMarket making / algorithmic trading knowledgeLiquidity aggregation & smart order routingApply here 👉 Technical Lead/Head of Engineering - CEX