Senior Manager, Software & Digital Asset Audit (AppSec SME)

Who We Are

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom.

OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves.

Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.

OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.

About the Opportunity

OKX is undertaking a significant global team buildout, and we are looking for an experienced Manager or Senior Manager to join our Software & Digital Asset Audit team. This is a unique opportunity for a subject matter expert in Application Security (AppSec) to execute critical assurance projects that directly impact the security of our proprietary trading platform. As a senior individual contributor, you will perform deep technical dives into our in-house developed software to identify and assess security flaws.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Serve as the subject matter expert for Application Security (AppSec), performing deep technical assessments of the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) including source code review for our proprietary products.
• Leverage your deep expertise in AppSec to both lead our software security assurance program and contribute to a wide range of audits across digital asset and AI application security.
• Contribute to the annual risk-based audit plan by identifying emerging application security risks and scoping potential audit projects.
• Collaborate effectively with Engineering, Product, and security stakeholders to communicate audit findings, provide value-add recommendations, and monitor remediation plans.
• Develop and maintain expert knowledge of the evolving crypto threat landscape and application security best practices to ensure audit approaches remain current and effective.

What We Look For In You

We're looking for a hands-on, deeply technical auditor who thinks like a software developer and a security researcher. You are a recognized subject matter expert in Application Security, with demonstrable experience assessing custom software in complex, high-technology environments—ideally within crypto or FinTech. You have a passion for understanding the entire software development lifecycle and a proven ability to find vulnerabilities in complex, custom-built applications.

• Crypto & Blockchain Acumen: Prior experience with a crypto exchange or crypto product is highly preferred. You must have a fundamental understanding of blockchain technology, including distributed ledgers, consensus mechanisms, and cryptography.
• Application Security (AppSec) (SME): Deep expertise in auditing the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and performing technical security assessments of custom software, including business process application controls.
• Critical Thinking for Complex Environments: A proven capacity to analyze complex technical environments, identify intricate root causes, and propose effective, context-specific solutions.
• Data Analysis & SQL: Experience using SQL for data analysis is highly desired. The ability to achieve proficiency in performing data analytics with SQL within the first 90 days is required.
• Broad Expertise Across Software & Digital Asset Security: Demonstrable experience auditing the design and effectiveness of controls in several of the following areas:

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• L&D programs and education subsidy for employees' growth and development
• Various team building programs and company events
• Wellness and meal allowances
• Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants
• More that we love to tell you along the process!

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