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Welcome to Sequoia Capital Los Angeles — a new milestone in Sequoia Capital's global expansion. We will officially launch in February 2026, focusing on digital asset management, derivatives trading, and short-term cryptocurrency trading, committed to driving new growth engines for global capital through innovation.

Sequoia Capital's mission has always been “to change the world through investment.” With its profound insights into market trends and continuous investment in cutting-edge technologies, it has become an early partner of countless great companies. In Los Angeles, we extend this spirit to the digital finance sector, creating an innovative ecosystem that integrates traditional capital wisdom with emerging crypto technologies.

Here, we bring together top talent from investment banking, blockchain, quantitative research, and asset management to explore the future of capital markets. Sequoia Capital Los Angeles is not just an investment platform, but a global experiment in trust, speed, and innovation.

If you aspire to stand at the intersection of the digital economy and financial innovation, and to shape the next generation of capital landscapes alongside industry pioneers, this is your next stop.

Chief Development Officer (CDO)

Job Overview

The Chief Development Officer (CDO) is a core strategic role within the company's management team, responsible for overall business development, market growth strategy, and innovation direction. This role directly drives the company's long-term growth in the financial and digital asset sectors, builds a global business footprint, explores new revenue streams, and creates an efficient, robust, and sustainable growth engine.

He/She will work closely with the CEO and other senior executives to ensure the company's business strategy, investment strategy, and market trends are highly aligned, creating sustainable value for shareholders and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute the company's overall development strategy and market expansion plan, driving the launch of new businesses and markets;
• Lead strategic partnerships, mergers and acquisitions integration, investment evaluation, and new product incubation;
• Conduct in-depth analysis of financial market trends, competitive landscape, and policy dynamics to ensure the forward-looking nature of the company's strategic decisions;
• Work closely with the CEO, CFO, and investment management team to drive capital operations and optimize resource allocation;
• Establish and maintain high-level relationships with key clients, partners, institutional investors, and regulatory authorities;
• Guide the marketing, sales, and product teams to collaboratively execute growth targets and ensure strategic implementation;
• Represent the company at important industry conferences, forums, and cooperation negotiations to enhance brand influence and market position.

Job Requirements

• Master's degree or above in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field;
• Over 10 years of senior management experience in finance, asset management, investment banking, or fintech;
• Exceptional strategic planning, capital operation, and team leadership skills;
• Familiarity with cross-border investment, digital assets, derivatives markets, or innovative financial businesses is preferred;
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills and an international perspective; able to lead a team in a multicultural environment;
• Strong goal-oriented mindset and innovative spirit; able to drive results in a rapidly changing market environment.

Benefits

• Stock dividend and option incentive plans, sharing in the company's growth;
• 401(k) retirement plans, providing robust long-term financial security;
• Monthly, annual, and year-end performance bonuses, fully rewarding outstanding contributions;
• High-end medical and life insurance, covering employees and their families;
• Tax optimization and financial advisory support, enhancing wealth management efficiency;
• International education funding programs for children, supporting family growth;
• Annual executive health checkups and vacation benefits, focusing on work-life balance.

Join Us

Here, you will not only participate in the company's growth but also personally shape the future of finance.

We welcome visionary, passionate leaders with a global perspective and strategic thinking to join us in building a new generation of financial ecosystems.