Fintech Investment Analyst - Remote

Overview

1kx is a global crypto investment firm that specializes in ecosystem growth. Our team comprises technical operators and strategic thinkers who work closely with our portfolio of 90+ companies, with the goal of being the most founder-friendly and helpful source of capital. We are a fully remote team with colleagues across North America, Europe, and Asia. This role reports directly to the General Partners and will work closely with the Investment Team.

In Short

• Join a remote team focusing on payments, RWAs, and DeFi.
• Perform rigorous research and due diligence on investments.
• Support portfolio founders with go-to-market strategies.
• Contribute to investment decisions with analytical insights.
• Engage with industry events and build professional relationships.
• Work independently with a self-starter attitude.
• Analyze complex datasets and market signals.
• Create structured investment memos.
• Monitor ecosystem developments and emerging projects.
• Opportunity for growth in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Experience in investment banking, private equity, or venture capital.
• Strong interest in blockchain technology.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to form clear opinions on projects.
• Familiarity with payment flows in traditional and crypto contexts.
• Passion for decentralized finance and its implications.
• Comfort with reading and summarizing whitepapers.

Benefits

• Opportunity to learn about crypto and venture capital.
• Work within a dynamic and global team.
• Independent work environment.
• Lead research and deal sourcing in emerging areas.
• Merit-based work culture with impactful opportunities.
• Four team off-sites annually.