Senior Security Architect - Blockchain & Web3 at Kraken in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
This is a high-impact, senior-level security role at one of the most recognized names in crypto, offering rare exposure to both traditional security disciplines and cutting-edge blockchain/Web3 security challenges — including AI product security, which is an increasingly valuable niche.
Compensation context: No salary is listed, but Senior Security Architect roles in the crypto industry typically range from $150,000–$220,000+ USD annually (base), with crypto companies often adding token/equity components. Kraken is known to be competitive for senior technical talent.
Skills developed in this role are in extremely high demand:
- Blockchain and Web3 security architecture — one of the scarcest skill sets globally
- Application security at scale across a heterogeneous environment
- Hands-on security consulting (vs. purely advisory roles) — builds deep, practical expertise
- AI product security — an emerging and fast-growing specialization
Culture signals: Kraken Security Labs is described as a small, boutique-style team that gets embedded directly in engineering — a strong green flag for those who want real technical depth over managerial overhead. The team is lean and high-trust, which typically means faster impact and visibility.
Green flags: Global remote culture, mission-driven company, highly technical environment, cross-functional exposure. Potential yellow flag: No mention of dedicated security budget, conference attendance, or professional development allowances — worth clarifying during interviews.
Building the Future of Crypto
Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.
What makes us different?
Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you'll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken's focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.
Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account here.
As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures.
Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!
The Team
We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Senior Security Architect for Kraken Security Labs. Kraken Security Labs provides boutique-style, deeply technical internal security consulting on current and future products.
We don't merely provide high-level guidance — we get deeply embedded in different engineering teams and do not mind hands-on work.
Our projects span from classical infrastructure security projects, over cryptography, web3, and complex Rust projects, to securing our next generation of AI products.
You will work in a small, highly technical team and collaborate with teams all across the company and world.
The Opportunity
- Design, review, and verify robust security architecture in a heterogeneous environment
- Conduct thorough security assessments and audits of existing architectures, recommending practical improvements
- Stay updated with latest (blockchain) security trends, threats, and mitigation techniques
- Provide expertise to our blockchain teams, ensuring secure operational practices
Skills You Should HODL
- Proven experience as an IT security expert, with a strong background in application security
- Experience in security testing diverse applications
- Experience with infrastructure security
- Basic familiarity with security frameworks (OWASP, NIST, etc.)
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively work remotely with stakeholders across the organization
Unless a specific application deadline is stated in the job posting, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Please note, applicants are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, assessing candidates in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions, and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don't fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you're passionate or knowledgeable about crypto!
We may ask candidates to complete job-related skills or work-style assessments as part of our hiring process. These assessments are designed to evaluate competencies relevant to the role and are applied consistently across candidates for similar positions. Assessment results are considered alongside other relevant information, such as experience and interviews, and are not the sole basis for any employment decision.
As an equal opportunity employer, we don't tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that's based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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