Revolut’s UAE Expansion Plans Revealed in Latest Tech Manager Job Posting

Revolut just dropped a major hint about its next big move—and it's all in a job description.

The digital banking giant posted a new technology manager role specifically targeting the United Arab Emirates market. That's not just hiring; that's a strategic declaration. While traditional banks are still figuring out their digital logins, Revolut is quietly building its on-ramp to one of the world's most lucrative financial hubs.

Why the UAE? Follow the money—and the regulatory green lights.

The Emirates have been aggressively courting fintech firms, streamlining licensing and offering sandboxes that make expansion less of a regulatory nightmare. For a company like Revolut, which has built its brand on borderless finance, tapping into the high-net-worth, globally mobile population of Dubai and Abu Dhabi is a no-brainer. It’s a market primed for a platform that treats currency exchange as a feature, not a fee-generating obstacle.

This isn't just about adding another country to the app. It's a infrastructure play.

The job posting calls for a manager to oversee technology delivery and platform stability in the region. That signals a serious, long-term commitment. They're not just flipping a switch to enable card use; they're planting a flag and building local operations. Think localized payment rails, compliance systems tailored to Gulf Cooperation Council rules, and customer support that doesn't sleep when Europe does.

The timing is everything.

With global economic uncertainty pushing investors and professionals toward stable, growth-oriented regions, the UAE stands out. Revolut is positioning itself at the crossroads of that capital flow. They’re betting that the future of personal finance isn't tied to a single nation-state, but to a network of digital access points—and they're building the next one where the old-money banks are still polishing their marble lobbies.

A cynical take? Traditional finance spent decades building branches; Revolut is building an empire with job ads and API keys. While legacy institutions debate market entry over three-hour lunches, the disruptors are already onboarding their clients.

Crypto technology manager will work with local regulators 

The job post notes that the crypto technology manager is part of the technology team that will build the systems and experiences that keep Revolut moving forward. The opportunity claims, “We’re looking for a Technology Manager to support our crypto expansion in the UAE, focusing on technology risk, operational resilience, and regulatory readiness.”

The crypto technology manager will work not only with Revolut’s internal engineering, product, operations and compliance teams but with local regulators as well to ensure their crypto platforms operate in line with UAE regulatory requirements.

The role entails implementing and maintaining a technology and operational risk framework for crypto activities in the UAE, ensuring compliance with ICT regulations and requirements, and supporting crypto licensing and regulatory engagement with local authorities (e.g., Central Bank of the UAE, VARA, DFSA, FSRA).

Of course, the candidate has to have experience in financial services, fintech, crypto/digital assets, and knowledge in the blockchain domain.

Currently, Revolut allows users to buy, sell, and hold over 175 cryptocurrencies directly within its app, offering features like instant exchanges, automatic “round-up” investing, and advanced trading via the specialized Revolut X platform. It recently partnered with Trust Wallet to offer enhanced, low-fee purchasing options for users.

Revolut plans to expand into 30 markets by 2030 and add 10,000 jobs

In November, Ambareen Musa, Head of Revolut in GCC noted the firm is in “day zero build mode” in the UAE, completing governance and licensing requirements and is hopeful for an upcoming launch subject to regulatory approval.

The expansion in the MENA region is part of their strategy to serve 100 million customers by 2027, and Revolut as such aims to enter 30 new markets by 2030. It also committed $13 billion in investments over the next five years to accomplish this while creating 10,000 jobs globally.

This includes significant funding for established and high-growth regions, such as a $4 billion commitment to the UK, $1.2 billion for its Western Europe hub in France, and $500 million to accelerate its operations in the US. The investments will also drive further growth in other European markets as well as launches in new markets across Latin America, APAC, and the Middle East.

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