Digital Asset Technical Advisory | Associate...

Guidehouse is executing an ambitious growth strategy for its Digital Assets capability. We are seeking an Associate Director to lead technology advisory and delivery  for Digital Asset initiatives at banks and fintechs. As an Associate Director, you will own solution architecture, platform selection, and end-to-end execution across DLT-based platforms, working directly with senior client stakeholders. Key Responsibilities will include:Â

• Engagement Leadership: Oversee delivery of client engagements and advise on building blockchain product and infrastructureÂ

• Go-to-Market Strategy: Collaborate with leadership on development and execution of strategic growth and new client acquisition by building and maintaining partner relationships with digital asset and traditional financial institutionsÂ

• Cross-Practice Collaboration: Partner with Guidehouse specialty and non-specialty practices to cross-sell relevant services and solutionsÂ

• Talent Development: Mentor and develop team members, while recruiting new talent to support this strategic growth initiativeÂ

• Thought Leadership: Collaborate across practices to develop intellectual property and contribute to industry-leading insightsÂ

• Executive Engagement: Manage senior-level relationships and align Digital Assets solutions to client needs, driving revenue and profitabilityÂ

• 7-10+ years of experience in FinTech, Banking Treasury, Capital Markets, or related financial and/or product rolesÂ

• Experience delivering blockchain or DLT platforms  within regulated financial institutions (banks, custodians, broker‑dealers, market infrastructure providers)Â

• Proven experience leading buy‑vs‑build decisions and vendor evaluations  and the ability to assess technical architecture, control models, roadmaps, and total cost of ownershipÂ

• Deep knowledge of institutional wallet & custody models , including MPC‑based and/or HSM‑based architecturesÂ

• Experience integrating fiat on/off ramps , payment rails, exchanges, custodians, and liquidity providersÂ

• Experience with tokenization engines  supporting issuance, transfer, and lifecycle management of tokenized assetsÂ

• Smart contracts  (design, deployment, governance)Â

• Integration with core banking systems , ledgers, or treasury platformsÂ

• Experience connecting to public and/or permissioned blockchain networks  with understanding of node strategy, validator participation, and operational support modelsÂ

What Would Be Nice to Have** **Â

• Master’s degreeÂ

• Background in technology consulting, financial services engineering, or platform architectureÂ

• Experience working with banks, capital markets firms, fintechs, or digital asset platformsÂ

• Payments orchestration  (on-chain/off-chain flows)Â

• Treasury and payments operations Â

The annual salary range for this position is $162,000.00-$270,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer** **:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts