Kraken is a global cryptocurrency exchange and financial services platform founded in 2011, with its global headquarters in San Francisco, USA. The company provides a comprehensive suite of digital asset services, including spot and futures trading, staking, and institutional-grade custody solutions, and is known for its robust security and compliance practices. Kraken operates on a fully remote-first model and serves millions of clients worldwide, with a significant presence in both retail and institutional markets.
Kraken’s Spain presence is remote-first, with active hiring in the country and no formal brick-and-mortar office listed; the company culture emphasizes remote work, autonomy, and a high-performance, async environment. For international professionals, Kraken opens possibilities to work across cross-functional teams that span growth, product, and AI infrastructure, all within a role that values direct communication and innovation. The talent acquisition process is standardized globally, which supports a seamless onboarding experience for remote hires from Spain.
Kraken was founded in 2011 by Jesse Powell as one of the first major Bitcoin exchanges in the United States, becoming fully operational in 2013. Over the years, it expanded its services, introduced a futures platform, and entered the European market with MiFID-regulated services while still maintaining heavy security compliance that has earned it a strong reputation for safety. It now supports a global user base, with a focus on innovation and all-inclusive financial freedom.