Senior Product Manager

The Crypto Finance Group comprises two FINMA-regulated financial institutions and a BaFin-regulated subsidiary in Germany. As part of Deutsche Börse Group, Crypto Finance AG provides professional digital asset solutions to institutional clients. This includes one of the first FINMA-approved securities firms offering 24/7 brokerage services, along with custody, staking, infrastructure, and tokenisation solutions. Additionally, it features the first FINMA-approved manager of collective assets for crypto assets, managing the first Swiss crypto fund. Headquartered in Switzerland, the Crypto Finance Group's German subsidiary has secured four BaFin licenses to provide brokerage and custody services. For further information, please visit: https://www.crypto-finance.com Why this role matters Crypto Finance Group, part of Deutsche Börse Group, is building the next generation of institutional digital-asset infrastructure. As we expand beyond pure digital assets custody, we need a Senior Product Manager to lead the implementation of custody and settlement adding-value services—introducing innovations such as permissioned DeFi yield generation or Google Cloud Universal Ledger currency operator capabilities. This role is pivotal in shaping products that meet regulatory standards, client needs, and market opportunities, ensuring Crypto Finance Group remains at the forefront of digital finance. You will work with autonomy and ownership in a highly collaborative environment at Prime Tower, Zurich, combining start-up agility with the backing of Deutsche Börse Group. We offer a front-row seat in defining Europe’s institutional digital-asset infrastructure within an inclusive culture where ideas matter more than titles. Responsibilities - Own the product roadmap for specific custody & settlement projects: Define, prioritize, and deliver new features and services (e.g., permissioned DeFi, GCUL currency operator) aligned with strategic goals and client requirements. - Translate vision into actionable outcomes: Develop business cases, define product specifications, and oversee implementation from concept through launch and post-release optimization. - Champion client-centric innovation: Engage with institutional clients and partners to understand needs, validate solutions, and ensure adoption. - Collaborate across ecosystems: Work closely with engineering, operations, compliance, and external partners to deliver secure, scalable, and regulatory-compliant products. - Monitor market and regulatory trends: Anticipate changes in digital-asset custody and settlement, ensuring our products remain competitive and compliant. - 7+ years in product management within financial services, fintech, or market infrastructure. - Proven ability to deliver complex products in regulated environments. - Strong commercial acumen—turning client needs into business value. - Ability to simplify complexity and drive clarity across diverse stakeholders. - Excellent communication skills; comfortable engaging at C-level and with technical teams. - Can-do attitude and high degree of flexibility in coping with constantly changing requirements and priorities. - Nimbleness in swapping between high-level and detailed views - Experience with digital-asset custody, blockchain, or DeFi ecosystems, and familiarity with ISO 20022, SWIFT, or custody standards - Background in financial-market infrastructures or exchanges; knowledge of crypto trading or settlement workflows is a plus - Proficient in English. - Be part of an international, fast-paced blockchain and fintech team led by experienced professionals - Opportunity to travel and attend leading events across Europe’s financial centres - Shape the future of finance while working at the cutting edge of B2B digital asset solutions - Contribute to a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with flat hierarchies - Take on meaningful responsibility with room for learning and professional growth - Gain deep industry insights and make a tangible impact - Join regular company-wide meetings, knowledge-sharing sessions, and team events - Enjoy a modern and central workplace in Zurich with top-tier infrastructure Our culture At the heart of our company, we prioritise: - Innovation and Continuous Learning - Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing - Entrepreneurial Spirit and Flat Hierarchies - Values such as Excellence, Delivery, Ownership, Passion, and Unity Please note: We do not accept CVs from recruiting or staffing agencies. Due to the Swiss labour legislation, we can only accept applicants who have the right to work in Switzerland (are in possession of a Swiss work permit or are EU/EFTA citizens). All other applications will not be considered. If this is the position for you, and you have a Swiss work permit and/or EU citizenship, please send us your complete application, incl. cover letter, CV, and references.