Hiring or Job Hunting in Crypto? Here’s What’s Happening in APAC

Hiring or Job Hunting in Crypto? Here’s What’s Happening in APAC

Date: 04 Aug 2025

The Asia-Pacific region is quickly becoming one of the most important players in the global crypto economy.

With more than 1,000 blockchain companies now operating across the region, it’s no surprise that demand for crypto talent is rising fast.

In this edition of APAC Trading Insights, Joe Goddard, Senior Recruiter and crypto hiring specialist at Tribus, breaks down what’s driving hiring activity across the region, which roles are in highest demand, and how candidates are influencing the market in 2025.

Why Crypto Hiring Is Accelerating in APAC

A few key shifts are fuelling the talent boom.

1. Stronger regulatory frameworks from bodies like ASIC, MAS, and Hong Kong’s SFC are giving crypto firms the confidence to scale in the region.

2. DeFi innovation is thriving, especially in Southeast Asia, where mobile-first users are adopting blockchain-based solutions for payments, lending, and remittances.

3. Traditional finance is merging with Web3, as major banks and fintechs are now building crypto-based products, creating demand for talent who understand both ecosystems.

4. Proprietary trading firms are diversifying, applying crypto strategies across new asset classes and structured products like ETFs, which increases demand for both technologists and traders.

What Roles Are Crypto Firms Hiring For?

Hiring is particularly strong across engineering, product, compliance, and go-to-market.

In-demand roles include:

• Smart contract developers

• Blockchain infrastructure engineers

• Security and cryptography experts

• Product managers and UX designers

• AML and compliance leads

• Bilingual go-to-market specialists fluent in English, Mandarin, or Bahasa

If you’re hiring in 2025, having access to a network of experienced professionals is key. That’s where crypto recruitment specialists in APAC, like the team at Tribus, come in.

Compensation and Work Culture in 2025

With the shortage of experienced talent, crypto salaries in APAC are climbing — in some cases, candidates are doubling their previous pay.

We're seeing more offers that include equity, profit-sharing, or payment in cryptocurrency. Flexible and remote-first working cultures are the norm, with teams often distributed across countries and time zones.

Compared to traditional hedge funds, crypto firms offer far more autonomy, and it’s become a major drawcard for top candidates.

What Candidates Want

The talent market is candidate-led, and those with the right skills know it.

Today’s crypto professionals are looking for:

• Remote or hybrid work

• Flat, decentralised teams

• Mission-driven companies

• Tech stacks like Rust and Golang

• The chance to work on cutting-edge blockchain applications

Rigid hierarchy or outdated tools? That’s a fast pass to losing top candidates.

Hiring or Job Hunting in Crypto?

Whether you're building a DeFi product, growing your engineering team, or scaling a trading desk, the right talent is critical.

At Tribus, we help blockchain companies, trading firms, and fintech startups find top crypto talent across APAC.

If you're hiring or exploring your next move, get in touch.

For deeper insights on hiring trends and in-demand skills for 2025, read the full article on LinkedIn. You can also subscribe to APAC Trading Insights for the latest updates, direct to your inbox.

About the author

Joe Goddard is a Senior Recruiter at Tribus with deep expertise in hiring across crypto, blockchain, and fintech. Based in Sydney, he works with clients across APAC, including Singapore, Hong Kong, and Australia, helping them secure top talent in a fast-moving market.