We are hiring a Technical Lead – Tokenization / Real-World Assets (RWA) to lead the design and delivery of a regulated tokenization platform backed by a well-capitalised UAE-based group with a diversified portfolio across real assets and financial services.
This is a foundational role responsible for smart contract architecture, compliance-first token design, and regulator-facing technical documentation, contributing directly to the VARA ARVA license application.
Key Responsibilities
Own the smart contracts architecture for compliant RWA tokens
ERC-3643 (or equivalent compliance token standards)
Design and oversee the reserve assets management system
Architect and implement the redemption engine (on-chain ↔ off-chain flows)
Build monthly disclosure and reporting automation aligned with regulatory requirements
Author and review technical sections of the VARA ARVA License application
Design and implement Proof of Reserve mechanisms
Review smart contracts from a security, compliance, and audit perspective
Work closely with Compliance, Legal, Product, Custody, and Operations teams
Must-Have Requirements
4+ years hands-on experience in smart contract development (Solidity, ERC standards)
Strong security-first mindset, including:
Code audits
Formal verification
Secure upgrade patterns
Experience with ERC-3643 or similar compliance-focused token standards
Backend engineering experience supporting DeFi or tokenization platforms
Solid understanding of securities law, tokenization frameworks, and regulated digital assets
Ability to produce clear technical and regulator-ready documentation
Nice-to-Have
Built or scaled an STO / RWA platform previously
Direct experience with VARA ARVA licensing or similar regimes
Integration experience with custodians or asset managers (e.g. vaults, property managers)
Oracle integrations such as Chainlink, API3, or equivalent