Blockchain has the potential to be as significant as the internet, cloud computing and mobile paradigms. In a rapidly evolving digital economy, blockchain technology is disrupting value exchange and business processes across industries and is predicted to form the backbone of the next era of distributed enterprise apps, consumer apps, and cross-party workflows. Microsoft is already seen as a trailblazer in the blockchain space and customers are looking to us to make blockchain ready for wide enterprise adoption. We need to move quickly to maintain our momentum. Join the team incubating the blockchain business at Microsoft, and help us figure out how to apply the fascinating distributed ledger technology that underlies bitcoin to business problems starting with financial services as the tip of the spear. Work closely with customers and partners as an extension of the Redmond engineering team to revolutionize digital value exchange. Knowledge, Skills & Experience BS or postgraduate degree in computer science, engineering, finance or a related field

10+ years of experience in the financial services industry or fintech

Deep experience with financial services products, services or technology required

Technical understanding of blockchain required; experience applying blockchain technology to business problems preferred

Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements and scenarios into products and services

Demonstrated ability to deliver results in an environment of ambiguity

Experience on v1 products preferred

Strong professional network within New York or global financial services/fintech firms Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.