Job description
Building the Future of Crypto
Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.
What makes us different?
Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.
Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account here.
As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures.
Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!
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The team
We are building an industry-leading privacy and AI compliance program that earns the trust of our clients and staff, and we have an exciting opportunity for the right person looking to develop their privacy career in a global tech company.
You will team up with privacy subject matter experts and key internal partners to uplift our privacy operations and drive our program forward with velocity.
We’re looking for someone who brings sharp analytical thinking, takes initiative, and thrives in a fast moving, collaborative environment. You should be able to connect the dots across teams, spot patterns early, and balance big picture thinking with hands-on execution. A strong sense of ownership, integrity, and a drive to push things forward are essential.
This role will report to the Global Privacy & AI Officer as part of our compliance group.
The role is remote and must cross-over at least partially with European timezones.
The opportunity
Support the escalation and resolution of complex data subjects rights requests, including access and deletion requests, Do Not Sell / Share requests, opt-outs, the right to an explanation and general information requests
Take ownership of key parts of our tech integration efforts, including AI-driven solutions, to strengthen and scale our privacy operations
Help drive operational excellence in privacy by shaping preventative, detective, and corrective controls - from automated SLA tracking to robust DSR response processes
Offer practical privacy advice to our business partners and support the writing of Privacy Impact Assessments
Support the privacy team in coordinating responses to regulatory inquiries and managing data subject complaints with rigor and consistency
Review due diligence responses from data processors and other third party service providers
Assist in writing and updating policies, procedures, and templates for responding to requests about client data and/or our data protection practices
Maintain our library of privacy impact assessments, records of processing activities, and privacy guidance documentation
Skills you should HODL
2+ years of operational privacy experience, including advising on data subject rights and implementing scalable processes
Experience supporting a privacy function in a tech or financial services company
Experience advising on the GDPR and general knowledge of other key privacy frameworks (e.g., CCPA, PIPEDA)
Experience designing dashboards, metrics, and project trackers that surface key insights and drive visibility, alignment, and accountability
Experience with well-known knowledge base, task tracking, or data visualization tools
Experience in optimizing policies and procedures to demonstrate compliance with various external compliance frameworks
Ability to write and speak clearly and concisely in English
Nice to haves
Law degree or computer science degree
Experience working with auditors and regulators
CIPM, CIPT, CIPP/E or CIPP certification
Experience working with Slack, Zendesk, JIRA, and/or a Privacy program management software (e.g. OneTrust)
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This job is accepting ongoing applications and there is no application deadline.
Please note, applicants are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, assessing candidates in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don’t fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you’re passionate or knowledgable about crypto!
As an equal opportunity employer, we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
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