Director of Product Operations

Company Overview

Deribit is a leading cryptocurrency derivatives exchange, specializing in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) options and futures. With a global presence and a reputation for high-frequency, low-latency trading, Deribit serves professional and institutional traders worldwide. Our Los Angeles office is part of our strategic expansion into the U.S. derivatives market.

We are seeking a Senior Director of Operations to lead and optimize operational processes at Deribit’s Los Angeles office. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in operations management, preferably in fintech or crypto derivatives, and will play a key role in ensuring smooth execution across product, trading, customer support, and regulatory compliance functions.

• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with company goals and global standards.
• Optimize and standardize operational workflows to enhance efficiency and cross-department collaboration.
• Implement and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive data-driven decision-making.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring seamless execution of product development, trading, and customer support.
• Collaborate with product, compliance, and trading teams to support U.S. market expansion.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performance operations team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with global partners, vendors, and service providers.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of operations management experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role (Director or above).
• Experience building regional to global operational systems; experience in fintech, blockchain, or derivatives trading is highly desirable.
• Strong strategic thinking, project management, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Exceptional analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, fluent in English; global mindset and cross-cultural competency.

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Opportunity to work with a leading global crypto derivatives platform.
• Strategic role in expanding U.S. operations for a top-tier trading platform.
• International team and exposure to global markets.
• Continuous professional development and learning opportunities.