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Chief Investment Officer (CIO), Crypto and DeFi Investment
Houston, TXApril 1st, 2026
Chief Investment Officer (CIO), Crypto and DeFi InvestmentAbout the CompanyFast-growing digital asset investment & trading firmIndustry
Investment ManagementType
Privately HeldAbout the RoleThe Company is in search of a Chief Investment Officer (CIO) with a strong background in quantitative crypto trading, XLT strategies, and DeFi markets. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and executing trading frameworks that drive alpha through algorithmic design, risk optimization, and automation. This role requires a visionary leader who can blend Wall Street precision with Web3 speed, and who has a proven track record of managing large portfolios across crypto or institutional markets. The CIO will also be tasked with leading a team of quants and data scientists, and must have a strategic vision coupled with hands-on technical fluency.Applicants for the CIO position at the company should have a minimum of 10 years' experience in quantitative trading or portfolio leadership, with a mandatory requirement of having managed portfolios of over $20B. Mastery in algorithmic trading, XLT, on-chain data analysis, SMA, AI, and Web3 is essential. The ideal candidate will have previously built and retained high-performing teams and will be instrumental in the company's growth strategy. While not mandatory, knowledge of wealth management territories in Canada, Dubai, and Australia is considered a bonus. The role is remote-based in the USA, and the company is seeking a professional who is ready to lead the future of DeFi and XLT investment performance.Hiring Manager Title
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