TRM is on a mission to build a safer financial system for billions of people. We deliver a blockchain intelligence data platform to financial institutions, crypto companies, and governments to fight cryptocurrency fraud and financial crime. We consider our business — and our profit — as a way to move towards our mission sustainably and at scale.
The Core Ingestion team builds pipelines that enables us to ingest critical information which serves as the foundation of the TRM product. The team integrates blockchain infrastructure, provider data and off chain data using high throughput and reliable infrastructure to build a data warehouse. The is responsible for the quality, freshness and the cost of data that the company and our customers rely on.
The impact you will have here:
- Work with technical leadership to guide the design, architecture, ETL frameworks, and data governance practices that set the strategic direction for the team and company.
- Work with upstream data producers, business stakeholders, and cross-functional engineering teams to collect accurate data for foundational models.
- Lead and develop a team of talented and high-impact engineers, providing cultural, technical, and hands-on leadership
- Provide regular professional coaching and technical mentorship to your immediate team as well as the broader engineering department
- Drive work based on goals and measurable outcomes that are accountable to KPIs pertaining to reliability, resiliency, durability, and uptime
- Establish best practices to improve data architecture, development processes, and data reliability.
- Conduct yearly and quarterly planning to establish long-term and short-term goals for horizontal data teams.
- Hire top talent to grow and nurture horizontal data engineering teams.
What we’re looking for:
- 5+ years of hands-on management experience with hiring and growing large sustainable teams
- Strong record of leading backend teams and distributed system architecture from whiteboard to production.
- Experience in managing high reliable and cost efficient data pipelines that transact with external data sources.
- Hands-on approach to closing gaps in data foundations and technical execution, reinforcing development standards and best practices that guarantee high-quality, trustworthy data.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse and dispersed teams
- Strong problem-solving and prioritization skills and a passion for delivering high-quality products
- A high degree of initiative and ownership, combined with the ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt quickly to change.
Life at TRM Labs
Our Principles
TRM's culture is shaped by how we make decisions, how we execute, and how we treat each other
- Impact-Oriented Trailblazer: We put customers first, driving for speed, focus, and adaptability.
- Master Craftsperson: We prioritize speed, high standards, and distributed ownership.
- Inspiring Colleague: We value humility, candor, and a one-team mindset.
Build a Career
Joining TRM means being part of a mission-driven team comprised of industry leaders. At TRM, you'll experience:
- Purpose: Have a real-world impact, from disrupting terrorist networks to returning stolen funds.
- Growth: Professional advancement opportunities through clearly defined career pathways and biannual performance reviews.
- Ownership: Take pride in your work. Have a large breadth and scope of contributions and impact.
Work Environment
- Remote First: Our headquarters is online but we highly value in-person interactions, organizing regular meetups and offsites for team building.
- Async Communication: Clear communication is key in our decentralized setup. We use tools such as Slack, Notion, and Loom, to promote transparency and efficiency.
- High Ownership: Small teams drive big goals at TRM with ownership, responsibility, and a direct impact. There's no strict clocking in or out. Team members are trusted to balance personal schedules with team needs.
- TRM Speed: We move “surprisingly fast” while maintaining a high bar in service of our customers and mission. This can feel both intense and rewarding. Our unique approach emphasizes quick wins, rapid iterations, and constant feedback.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Diversity at TRM encompasses backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Every day is an opportunity to learn from a colleague, whether they're a law enforcement expert or a tech pioneer.
Benefits and Perks
At TRM, we know that supporting our team members can take many forms. Our goal is to enable you to care for yourself, your family, and your community with a diverse and curated benefits package for full-time employees.
- Remote-first work environment
- Regular team offsites and retreats
- Competitive salaries and stock options
- Premium health, dental, and vision insurance
- FSA, HSA, and 401K programs
- Life & disability coverage
- Generous paid time for vacation, holidays, and parental leave
- Fertility, professional coaching, and mental health resources
Join Us
We are looking for team members who love building from the ground up and want to work hard in a fast-paced and ambitious environment. We are remote-first, with exceptionally talented team members located around the world. If you like solving tough problems quickly and seeing your work improve the lives of billions of people, we want you at TRM.We encourage you to reach out even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description. Don't worry about picking exactly the right job; we can always explore other options after starting the conversation.
Your passion and interests will set you apart, especially if your background or career is unconventional.
