Crypto Payops Manager

OverviewBitso seeks a leader to build, lead, and scale Bitso's global crypto payment operations.You will own processes that safeguard customer funds, enforce custody policies, ensure liquidity, and maintain seamless execution of transactions across wallets, ramps, operations and products.This is a mission-critical leadership position: you will lead a strong team, orchestrate complex projects, and design scalable operations that support Bitso's growth and product evolution.You will set the bar for precision, resilience, and innovation in crypto operations while being a visible, present, and trusted leader for your team.At Bitso, how we operate matters as much as what we operate.In this role, you'll bring our cultural values to life every day — and this could look like:Customer Obsession ? safeguarding assets with reconciliations, custody practices, and liquidity monitoring that protect trust at scale.Freedom with Accountability ? owning high-stakes decisions on wallets, custody policies, and operational thresholds with measurable outcomes.Continuous Innovation ? designing scalable processes, automations, and controls that evolve with new ramps, custody models, and product launches.Elegant Simplicity ? translating complex custody frameworks and transaction flows into resilient, streamlined operations.Integrity & Transparency ? enforcing clear custody policies, rigorous audits, and honest communication with regulators and stakeholders.Collaboration & Resilience ? leading your team with presence and empathy during incidents, integrations, and scaling challenges — standing by them, protecting them, and helping them grow.Reports To: Director of Payment OperationsWhat You Will Be Accountable ForOwning crypto operations: fully responsible for the reliability, security, and daily execution of custody, wallets, reconciliations, liquidity, settlements, and treasury flows — ensuring every movement of assets is accurate, timely, and compliant.Building and empowering your team: assembling, coaching, and energizing a diverse crypto operations team, creating an environment where people grow, feel protected, and deliver at their best.Scaling for growth: designing and enforcing processes, controls, and automations that allow Bitso's custody frameworks, ramps, and products to scale safely and efficiently.Safeguarding customer assets: ensuring custody policies, reconciliations, and monitoring practices protect user funds as volumes and products increase.Driving strategic initiatives: leading custody, wallet, and ramp integration projects from concept to delivery with clear timelines, KPIs, and risk plans.Operationalizing new products: owning the operational readiness of every new product and ramp, collaborating with product, engineering, and business teams for secure, scalable launches.Leading through incidents: steering the team during operational incidents with calm leadership, decisive action, transparent communication, and lessons learned for resilience.Setting and acting on metrics: defining and monitoring KPIs that measure efficiency, accuracy, scalability, and impact, using data to drive decisions and continuous improvement.Representing operations at the table: acting as the operational voice in product, engineering, and strategic discussions, aligning execution with vision and owning outcomes.Embedding innovation and culture: continuously introducing automation, process improvements, and cultural rigor into crypto operations to raise standards and demonstrate ownership.Your Team: You will lead a skilled, multicultural team focused on crypto operations — analysts, specialists, and future leaders running custody, wallets, liquidity, and crypto ramps daily.You will also be part of the broader Payments Operations team, which operates multiple ramps across Latin America to ensure seamless, secure, and world-class payments.You are embedded in Bitso's Operations division, safeguarding assets, enabling seamless flows, protecting users, and powering partnerships that drive financial innovation.Why This Role Matters: Crypto operations are a backbone of Bitso's mission.You will architect systems, inspire the team, and lead projects that define how crypto operations scale, protect assets, and power innovation across the industry.Your leadership will shape Bitso's ability to launch breakthrough products, manage custody at scale, and safeguard millions of users' funds.Research in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion suggests that individuals may hesitate to apply if they do not meet all criteria.At Bitso, we value diversity and encourage you to apply even if you don't match every point listed.Compensation & BenefitsBitso offers a competitive package for those committed to pioneering crypto innovation.Benefits include:Me Time program, including unlimited paid time off.Remote-first work environment.Employee Stock Option program.Zero trading fees through the Bitso Alpha app.Extended Family Leave Policy: 4-month leave for birthing, non-birthing, and adopting parents.Premium health, dental, and life insurance in eligible countries.Monthly stipend for gym memberships, relaxation activities, sports equipment, cooking classes, books, entertainment, and more.Additional notes: This description reflects the current needs and responsibilities; equivalent competencieswill be considered.#J-*****-Ljbffr