Amazon to hire a digital currency and blockchain expert amid rising interest in cryptocurrency As per a recent job posting by the US-based e-tailer, the new hire will develop "Amazon's Digital Currency and Blockchain strategy and product roadmap" Amazon to hire digital currency and blockchain expert BusinessToday.In Updated Jul 24, 2021, 11:06 AM IST Amazon is looking to hire a digital currency and blockchain product lead for its payments team, implying that the company may be seriously considering cryptocurrencies. As per a recent job posting by the US-based e-tailer, the new hire will develop "Amazon's Digital Currency and Blockchain strategy and product roadmap."