Senior Technology Research and Innovation Analyst

DTCC • Jersey City, NJ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC? Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve. The Information Technology group delivers secure, reliable technology solutions that enable DTCC to be the trusted infrastructure of the global capital markets. The team delivers high-quality information through activities that include development of essential, building infrastructure capabilities to meet client needs and implementing data standards and governance. We are seeing Senior Technology Research and Innovation (TRI) Analyst that supports cutting-edge technology adoption and innovation across the organization. Candidate will explore emerging technologies like Web3, blockchain, and decentralized systems to identify strategic opportunities that enhance business capabilities and future-proof our technology stack. You will work closely with other team members, including architects and product managers, to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet the needs of our clients and contribute to the growth of the company.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Financial Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience with blockchain or distributed ledger technology (DLT) projects

Nice To Haves

• Practical experience with one or more blockchain networks (Ethereum, Bitcoin, Canton, Besu, Stellar).
• Understanding of at least one domain area such as post-trade, payments, identity, or tokenization, with an ability to translate that context into engineering decisions.
• Familiarity with secure coding practices and foundational concepts like hashing, signatures, key management, secrets handling.
• Understanding of blockchain fundamentals: smart contracts, consensus mechanisms, digital assets, tokenization.
• Hands-on experience with blockchain platforms such as Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, Corda, or similar.
• Familiarity with Web3 technologies and decentralized application frameworks.
• Knowledge of crypto industry trends and blockchain ecosystems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation abilities.
• Experience with smart contract development or auditing.
• Knowledge of tokenization standards (ERC-20, ERC-721, etc.).
• Exposure to custody solutions and collateral optimization workflows.
• Understanding interoperability protocols and cross-chain solutions.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers and product/business teams in understanding and documenting technical requirements for blockchain and digital asset initiatives.
• Help analyze existing systems and workflows, and contribute ideas for improving efficiency using blockchain capabilities such as automation and traceability.
• Support the team in researching and documenting blockchain use cases (e.g., payments, tokenization, digital identity).
• Contribute to technical assessments, proofs of concept, or prototypes.
• Translate defined requirements into code by building and maintaining blockchain-based applications, APIs, or smart contracts.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
• Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
• Pension / Retirement benefits
• Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior