Blockchain Investigator, Financial Crimes, US

As a Blockchain Investigator for Financial Crimes at Crypto.com, you join the Financial Crimes Compliance team to execute advanced on-chain investigations and mitigate regulatory risk. You will assist the Head of Investigations and VP of Compliance by leveraging blockchain expertise to update controls, prepare SAR filings, and prevent financial crimes within the cryptocurrency ecosystem. This hybrid or remote role reports to the VP of Compliance and emphasizes support for North America clients in the US and Canada.

What you'll do

• Proactively identify exposure to illicit typologies such as 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, including 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, typology evolution, and new threats.

What you bring

• 3+ years of related experience in Blockchain Analytics, Financial Crimes Investigations, AML Compliance, Transaction Monitoring, or similar roles.
• A strong understanding of crypto-specific financial crime threats, including familiarity with movement of funds on UTXO and account-based networks, job and 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, FinCEN 311/314(b) guidelines, and global sanctions regimes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the 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.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Eligible for company-sponsored group health, dental, vision, and life/disability insurance.
• Attractive annual leave entitlement including birthday and work anniversary leave.
• Flexible work hours and hybrid setup.
• 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 cryptocurrency adoption and empowering builders, creators, and entrepreneurs to develop a fairer and more equitable digital ecosystem.