--- title: 'Crypto Risk Lead at Robinhood' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/crypto-risk-lead-robinhood-toronto-n4jxqs2d6d93' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-11' --- # Crypto Risk Lead at Robinhood - **Company:** Robinhood - **Location:** Toronto, Canada - **Compensation:** $98k–$115k - **Posted:** 2026-08-27 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11 - **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/robinhood/jobs/8144996?t=gh_src=&gh_jid=8144996 ## Job description Join us in building the future of finance. Our mission is to democratize finance for all. [An estimated $124 trillion of assets](https://www.cerulli.com/press-releases/cerulli-anticipates-124-trillion-in-wealth-will-transfer-through-2048) will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading. ## About the team + role We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards. The Crypto Risk team's mission is to identify, assess, and mitigate risk across our products, operations, and platforms, protecting customers and the firm as the business scales. We work to deliver an excellent end-customer experience while upholding the safety and soundness of the business, so Robinhood can keep expanding access to crypto responsibly. As Robinhood expands its operations in Canada, we are building an independent risk management function to support that growth. As our new Crypto Risk Lead, you will own the design, implementation, and ongoing operation of an independent risk management program for Robinhood's Canadian crypto business. This role is based in our Toronto, ON office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week. At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams. ## What you’ll do - Implement and own Canada's independent risk management program, adapting Robinhood's global risk framework to meet Canadian regulatory expectations, including CIRO and the CSA, and keeping it current as that landscape evolves. - Lead risk assessments (including RCSAs) across Canadian crypto operations and manage the issue and incident lifecycle from identification through remediation and closure. - Evaluate new products, digital assets, and business changes for risk and control impact prior to launch, and provide independent risk opinions to the business and compliance teams. - Own risk reporting for the board and risk committees, including committee materials, key risk indicators, and issue and incident trends. - Support regulatory exams, audits, and assessments related to risk management in Canada. - Partner with Canada's compliance leadership and cross functional teams, including operations, engineering, legal, and global enterprise risk, to maintain a consistent view of risk. ## What you bring - 7+ years of experience in risk management within financial services, crypto or fintech operations, or a comparably regulated industry, including experience building or independently running a risk program - Working knowledge of the Canadian financial services regulatory environment, with direct experience with CIRO, the CSA, or crypto specific regulatory frameworks strongly preferred. - Experience designing and implementing risk governance frameworks, policies, and procedures, including RCSAs, key risk indicator development, and issue management. - Demonstrated experience preparing materials for and presenting to boards, risk committees, or senior executives, with strong written and verbal communication skills. - Comfort using data, automation, and AI-enabled tools to enhance risk monitoring, analysis, and reporting, with appropriate governance and validation. A proactive, independent, detail oriented approach, comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy while staying closely aligned with global risk leadership; experience with GRC tools is a plus. ## What we offer - Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career. - Performance driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, and equity ownership. - Top tier benefits to fuel your work, including supplemental health insurance, ancillary insurance, and mental health support programs. - Access to the best AI tools on the market and continuous AI skill-building for every employee, technical or not. - Lifestyle wallet - a highly flexible employer-paid benefits spending account expenses beyond traditional benefits such as wellness, childcare, learning, and more. - Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, paid volunteer time off, parental leave, and more! - Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces. - Monthly commuter stipend to help offset in-office commuting costs. Our team is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming interview experience for all candidates. If you require a specific accommodation during the application or interview process due to a physical or mental condition, please complete this[Applicant Accommodation Form](https://robinhood.hracuity.net/webform/index/752875e4-42ba-4dff-9951-fd51e315997e) to notify our team. The form should only be completed if you need a specific accommodation. AI Usage Disclosure: Robinhood uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our recruiting process. These tools enhance the efficiency and consistency of our hiring process; however, all hiring decisions are made by our hiring teams. Vacancy Notice: This job posting represents an existing vacancy that we are actively seeking to fill. In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits. Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed. Base Pay Range: Toronto, ON $98,000—$115,000 CAD Click [here](https://careers.robinhood.com/benefits) to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity. If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application. 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. Please review the [Privacy Policy](https://careers.robinhood.com/applicantprivacypolicy) for your country of application. ## About Robinhood ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Robinhood is a commission-free investing platform that democratizes retail finance by eliminating trading fees and lowering barriers to entry for stocks, ETFs, options, and cryptocurrency. - **Entity Type**: Public (ticker: HOOD) – listed on NASDAQ - **Headquarters**: Menlo Park, California, United States - **Founded**: 2013 - **Founders**: Vlad Tenev and Baiju Bhatt ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Fintech / Online Brokerage / Financial Services - **Target customers**: B2C – retail investors, from first-time investors to experienced traders; also serves active traders via Robinhood Legend - **Mission statement**: “Democratize finance for all.” ## Products & Services - **Robinhood App (Mobile & Web)**: Commission-free trading of stocks, ETFs, options, and cryptocurrencies (BTC, ETH, XRP, SOL, DOGE, SHIB, etc.). Start with as little as $1. - **Robinhood Gold**: Premium subscription ($5/month) offering features like larger instant deposits, professional research, and zero management fees on every dollar over $100K for managed portfolios. - **Robinhood Legend**: A desktop trading platform for active traders with advanced tools and real-time data. - **Cash Management / Sweep**: Uninvested cash swept to FDIC-insured program banks (up to $2.25M in coverage). - **Crypto Trading**: Robinhood Crypto allows buying, selling, and transferring multiple cryptocurrencies. - **Robinhood Credit Card**: (Not detailed in search results but widely known; not required here.) ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not directly stated in results; earlier reports show $10.6B valuation (likely historical). As a public company, market cap fluctuates – check latest. - **Key Metric**: Record annual revenue of **$2.95B** for FY2024; **35M+ funded customers**; **over 23 million funded accounts**. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not explicitly listed in the provided snippets, but Robinhood is a publicly traded company with institutional investors. - **Growth Signals**: - Record revenue growth driven by net interest income, Gold subscription growth (exceeding 2.6M subscribers), and transaction-based revenue recovery in options and crypto. - Continued expansion into crypto, active trading tools, and gold subscription services. - Headcount: ~2,700 employees (as per researchorg.com). ## Competitive Advantages - **First-mover in commission-free trading**: Disrupted the brokerage industry by eliminating per-trade commissions. - **Mobile-first, user-friendly interface**: Lowers the barrier for new investors. - **Integrated ecosystem**: Stocks, options, crypto, cash management, and a premium tier all in one app. - **Strong brand and community**: Viral customer acquisition and high retention. - **Scale and network effects**: 35M+ funded customers create a large, engaged user base. - **Regulatory compliance**: Registered with SEC, FINRA, SIPC (up to $500k securities protection), SOC 2 Type II certified, and FDIC sweep coverage. ## Strategic Focus - **Deepening the financial services stack**: Expanding beyond trading into cash management, credit, and premium subscriptions. - **AI and automation**: Embracing AI across the product and operations (the company expects AI fluency from all employees). - **Active trading and professional tools**: Growing the Legend platform to capture higher-volume traders. - **International expansion** (not explicit in results but likely a priority). - **Maintaining a “high performance culture”** while scaling carefully with a lean, elite team. ## Why Work Here - **Culture highlights**: Robinhood describes itself as a **high-performance environment** with a “special forces” mentality – fast-moving, high-impact, and results-driven. Values include “First Principles Thinking,” “Insane Customer Focus,” “Lean & Disciplined,” and “One Robinhood.” Egos are checked; the best solution wins. - **Remote/hybrid/office**: The search results do not specify current policy. Historically, Robinhood has been office-first with some flexibility. Check the careers page for the most up-to-date policy. - **Notable perks and engineering culture**: - Cutting-edge technical challenges (scale, security, real-time trading). - AI fluency is a baseline expectation – the company invests in AI tools (e.g., BrightHire for note-taking) and expects candidates to be AI-savvy. - 24/7 support and protection guarantee for customers. - Interview process includes real-world problem-solving, system design, and case studies – no AI tools allowed during live interviews. - Background checks and fingerprinting for certain roles. - **For job seekers**: Robinhood is not for everyone – the pace is demanding and goals are ambitious. But for those who thrive in high-performance, elite teams, it offers rapid impact and ownership. ## Sources 1. [careers.robinhood.com](https://careers.robinhood.com/) 2. [robinhood.com/us/en/about-us/](https://robinhood.com/us/en/about-us/) 3. [robinhood.com/us/en/](https://robinhood.com/us/en/) 4. [researchorg.com/company/robinhood](https://www.researchorg.com/company/robinhood) 5. [robinhood.com/us/en/careers/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-interviewing-at-robinhood/](https://robinhood.com/us/en/careers/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-interviewing-at-robinhood/) ## Other roles at Robinhood - [Engineering Manager, International](https://feeny.ai/job/engineering-manager-international-robinhood-toronto-c4qxq11wg2et) — Toronto, Canada - [Engineering Manager, International](https://feeny.ai/job/engineering-manager-international-robinhood-new-york-cqc7tetftsfj) — New York, NY - [Senior Software Engineer, Tokenization](https://feeny.ai/job/senior-software-engineer-tokenization-robinhood-toronto-b1wkmngt2k22) — Toronto, Canada - [Senior Software Engineer, Tokenization](https://feeny.ai/job/senior-software-engineer-tokenization-robinhood-menlo-park-ffy5qhb1betb) — Menlo Park, CA / New York, NY - [Software Engineer, Tokenization](https://feeny.ai/job/software-engineer-tokenization-robinhood-toronto-g345hcjjw4b6) — Toronto, Canada - [Software Engineer, Tokenization](https://feeny.ai/job/software-engineer-tokenization-robinhood-menlo-park-xagrj5ck35sa) — Menlo Park, CA / New York, NY - [Staff Data Scientist (Quantitative Researcher)](https://feeny.ai/job/staff-data-scientist-quantitative-researcher-robinhood-new-york-yap4bc1sp8ce) — New York, NY - [Cashiering Support Associate](https://feeny.ai/job/cashiering-support-associate-robinhood-clearwater-gazs23m2s9kz) — Clearwater, FL - [Web Developer](https://feeny.ai/job/web-developer-robinhood-toronto-c39t92rzg8pq) — Toronto, Canada - [AML Investigator](https://feeny.ai/job/aml-investigator-robinhood-denver-sywk42h1bnrq) — Denver, CO / New York, NY / Westlake, TX