Digital Assets Architect (SME) - calgary

We are seeking a highly experienced Digital Assets Architect (SME) with deep expertise in tokenized deposits, stablecoins, and Ethereum-based platforms. The ideal candidate brings robust domain knowledge from top-tier financial institutions and has led architecture and implementation of blockchain-based solutions within regulated banking environments.

About the Role

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and design of digital asset platforms focused on tokenized deposits, stablecoins, and blockchain-based payment solutions.
• Define end-to-end architecture across Ethereum (or EVM-based networks), including smart contracts, custody, settlement, and integration with core banking systems.
• Drive solution design for institutional use cases (e.g., tokenized cash, on-chain settlement, liquidity management).
• Collaborate with business, compliance, and technology stakeholders to ensure regulatory, security, and risk alignment.
• Provide thought leadership on digital asset strategy, platform selection, and scalability considerations.
• Oversee integration with enterprise systems (payments, treasury, identity, custody platforms).
• Guide development teams on best practices for smart contracts, token standards (ERC20/721/1400), and blockchain security.
• Support POCs, pilots, and production rollouts of digital asset solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of overall experience, with significant focus on digital assets / blockchain architecture.
• Deep expertise in Ethereum and smart contract ecosystems (Solidity, EVM-based platforms).
• Strong knowledge of tokenized deposits, stablecoins, and digital asset frameworks within banking.
• Proven experience designing platforms for institutional-grade blockchain adoption.
• Hands‑on experience with APIs, distributed systems, cloud platforms, and system integrations.
• Strong understanding of security, cryptography, wallet/custody models, and key management.
• Experience working in regulated environments, including knowledge of compliance and risk considerations.

Required Skills

• Prior experience with tier‑1 global banks (e.g., JPMC, Standard Chartered, Citi, HSBC) or leading fintechs.
• Exposure to tokenization initiatives, CBDC pilots, or blockchain-based payment networks.
• Experience engaging with senior stakeholders and executive leadership as a subject matter expert.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Hyperledger, Corda, or enterprise blockchain platforms.
• Understanding of DeFi protocols and interoperability frameworks.