Robinhood is looking for a Staff Engineer to join our Crypto Custody team. In this role, you will be responsible for architecting and scaling secure systems for digital asset custody. You'll transform manual operations into automated, policy-driven infrastructure, leading high-stakes initiatives to ensure the reliable and compliant handling of assets at scale.

What You'll Do

Own and scale Robinhood’s custodial and non-custodial programs, building secure infrastructure for new assets, products, and markets.
Drive reliability, scalability, and automation across all custody operations, transforming manual processes into resilient, policy-driven systems.
Design and implement robust custody services including transaction signing, policy enforcement, reconciliation, and monitoring.
Partner cross-functionally with infrastructure, security, compliance, finance, and risk teams to execute secure and compliant custody operations.
Lead secure key ceremonies and physical custody processes with the highest standards of precision and audit readiness.

What We're Looking For

6+ years of experience building and scaling blockchain custody systems in regulated environments.
Proficiency in Python and/or Go with strong understanding of cloud-native architectures (e.g., AWS, Kubernetes).
Deep familiarity with multisignature and MPC custody systems, including practical experience with HSMs and custody vendors.
In-depth knowledge of blockchain protocols including UTXO-based (e.g., Bitcoin) and account-based (e.g., Ethereum, Solana) models.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with a documentation-first, security-conscious approach.

Technical Stack

Languages: Python, Go
Infrastructure: AWS, Kubernetes
Protocols: Blockchain protocols (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana)

Team & Environment

You'll be joining the Crypto Custody team at Robinhood, working on one of the company's most critical and high-impact areas.

Benefits & Compensation

Base pay range: Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC): $217,000—$255,000 USD. Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL): $190,000—$224,000 USD. Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL): $169,000—$199,000 USD.
Equity ownership included in compensation, bonus programs, and 401(k) matching.
Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact.
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 support.
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.

Work Mode

This role is hybrid and based in New York, NY. We believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community.

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.