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Design and implement a comprehensive risk management strategy, including early detection, automated alerts, incident response, and continuous improvement. Build real-time monitoring, dashboards, and automation pipelines to supervise operational and technology risks.
5+ years of experience applying CFTC/NFA regulations, conducting enterprise-level futures risk assessments, and building automation (ETL pipelines, Airflow-style scheduling). Proficiency in Python, advanced analytics, and BI tools like Looker for dashboards.
Effective risk oversight protects Robinhood’s core platforms and customer experience as the company handles a historic transfer of wealth. The role’s insights and controls enable rapid response to market or system anomalies, supporting the company’s mission to democratize finance.
Candidates who thrive in fast-moving, high-impact fintech environments, enjoy building end-to-end risk solutions, and mentor cross-functional teams. Ideal for analytical problem-solvers comfortable with regulatory frameworks and modern data engineering tools.
Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.
About the team + role
We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards. We're looking for an exceptional Futures Risk Program Manager to help shape the future of our core platforms, products, and customer experiences. FinTech is one of the most complex and rapidly evolving spaces in technology, and the challenges we're tackling require deep innovation, critical thinking, and scale that don't always have strong precedents. You'll take on a highly influential role shaping vision and execution across key strategic initiatives. You'll partner with cross-functional leaders, contribute to high-impact decisions, guide complex projects from concept to completion, and mentor others on the team. This is a role for someone who leverages modern tools and cutting-edge methodologies as a core part of how they solve problems, and raises the bar for everyone around them.
This role is based in our Chicago, IL, with in-person attendance expected at least five days per week.
At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.
What you'll do
Design and implement a comprehensive risk management strategy emphasizing early risk detection, automated alert systems, incident response, and continuous improvement. Conduct thorough risk assessments focused on operational and technology risks, identifying vulnerabilities, and recommending mitigations. Support Risk Exposure Reporting, regulatory reviews, and updates to the Risk Management Program to meet evolving business and regulatory needs. Develop automations for robust supervision and risk management. Develop real-time monitoring systems to quickly identify adverse market conditions or operational issues. Implement a robust control testing framework to validate risk mitigation measures and the effectiveness of controls. Implement automated alert mechanisms for risk limit breaches, unusual trading patterns, and system anomalies. Leverage advanced analytics tools to uncover risk trends and provide actionable insights for decision-making. Build dashboards and reports using tools like Looker to visualize key risk metrics and inform stakeholders effectively. Telecommuting permitted.
What you bring
What we offer
In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits. Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to the corresponding compensation zone.
Base Pay Range: $138,632 - $175,000 per year
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If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.
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