Blockchain Investigator, Financial Crimes, US

As a Blockchain Investigator in Financial Crimes at Crypto.com, you will execute advanced on-chain investigations to identify, report, and prevent financial crimes within the cryptocurrency ecosystem. You report to the VP of Compliance and work with global Money Laundering Reporting Officers (MLROs) with an emphasis on North America clients in the US and Canada, using blockchain analytics and threat intelligence to disrupt sophisticated illicit network typologies.

What you'll do

• Proactively identify exposure to illicit typologies such as potential sanctions evasion, money laundering, and scams, and evaluate external threat intelligence referrals
• Document and map complex illicit networks and trace illicit funds through blockchain networks using blockchain analytics tools like Chainalysis or TRM Labs
• Work with global MLROs to provide investigative support and relevant insights to ensure case completion
• Evaluate suspected wallet addresses against established fraud typologies to make data-driven blacklisting decisions and maintain interdiction controls
• Conduct reviews of transaction monitoring controls and rules to confirm their accuracy and comprehensive effectiveness
• Review digital asset listings to provide potential risk insights and demonstrate understanding of on-chain exchange infrastructure
• Liaise between law enforcement and internal stakeholders to support anti-financial crimes initiatives, and support regulatory inter-agency frameworks and on-chain controls related to FinCEN Section 314(b) processes, global sanctions compliance, and FinCEN 311-related restrictions
• Train other members of the Financial Crimes team on advanced blockchain investigatory techniques, evolution in typologies, and new threats

What you bring

• 3+ years of related experience in Blockchain Analytics, Financial Crimes Investigations, AML Compliance, Transaction Monitoring, or similar roles
• Strong understanding of crypto-specific financial crime threats, including familiarity with movement of funds on UTXO and account-based networks, job/investment scams, and cross-border fraud networks
• Proven expertise utilizing on-chain forensics platforms and tools such as Chainalysis or TRM Labs
• Working familiarity with digital asset compliance standards and regulations, including the PATRIOT ACT and FinCEN 311/314(b) guidelines and global sanctions regimes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to translate complex crypto and compliance issues for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to execute against changing priorities and deadlines with minimal supervision
• Experience fostering a positive team environment and collaboration

Nice to have

• Chainalysis, TRM Labs, or Elliptic certifications
• Professional compliance certifications or specialized blockchain compliance certifications

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Attractive annual leave entitlement including birthday and work anniversary leave
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Eligible for company-sponsored group health, dental, vision, and life/disability insurance
• Hybrid work setup with flexible work hours (hybrid if based in one of our hub-cities, otherwise remote)
• Internal mobility program offering diverse career alternatives

About Crypto.com

Founded in 2016, Crypto.com serves more than 150 million customers and is the world's fastest growing global cryptocurrency platform. Built on a foundation of security, privacy, and compliance, Crypto.com is committed to accelerating the adoption of cryptocurrency through innovation and empowering builders, creators, and entrepreneurs to develop a fairer and more equitable digital ecosystem.