Coins.ph

Senior Application Security Expert at Coins.ph (Shenzhen, China)

Coins.ph· Shenzhen, China·

Role details

Work type
Hybrid
Employment
Full-Time

Job description

We are looking for a seasoned Application Security Expert to strengthen the funds and blockchain security of our global crypto exchange. This role focuses on securing exchange systems, wallets, big data platforms, and market-making infrastructure, while also leading smart contract auditing and blockchain threat governance.

Responsibilities

  • · Lead application security governance for core systems (trading, wallet, big data risk analysis, market-making).
  • · Web service log and API analysis, preferabally with AI.
  • · Build monitoring and defense mechanisms for funds security; define baselines, compliance strategies, and incident response plans.
  • · Identify and mitigate risks across the transaction lifecycle; apply big data/ML.
  • · Audit and automate detection of smart contract vulnerabilities.
  • · Research blockchain attack vectors, develop detection rules, and deploy on-chain monitoring tools.

Requirements

  • · Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Science, Information Security, Cryptography, or related field.
  • · 5+ years of experience in application security, blockchain security, or financial risk control; exchange/fintech background preferred.
  • · Strong knowledge of exchange funds flow logic and application security frameworks.
  • · Hands-on experience with smart contract auditing tools (e.g., Slither, Mythril, Echidna, Foundry).
  • · Skilled in big data analysis & risk modeling (Spark, Elasticsearch, Graph DB, ML-based anomaly detection).
  • · Strong offensive/defensive security mindset, cross-team collaboration skills, and ability to drive governance into practice.
  • · Proficient in English; able to follow cutting-edge blockchain security research.

Why work at Coins.ph

  • Culture & Flexibility: Flexible work arrangements (hybrid/remote options reported); work-from-equipment provided; a culture built on trust.
  • Benefits: Comprehensive HMO for employees and dependents (dental, vision, mental health support); 15 vacation days, 15 sick days, birthday leave, quarterly mental health day; continuous learning and career development programs.
  • Growth: Fast-growing startup with 200+ active openings; yearly headcount growth of 15.7%; roles span engineering, compliance, product, sales, and operations.
  • Compensation: Competitive base plus performance-based rewards; salary data indicates operations roles around ₱336K/month and manager roles around ₱1.32M/month (though actual offers vary).
  • Engineering culture: Emphasis on Web3 and blockchain; product teams work on compliance/risk platforms, trading UX, and backend infrastructure.

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