DeFi Researcher

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Conducting in-depth research into emerging DeFi protocols, primitives, and economic models (e.g., DEXs, lending protocols, derivatives, liquid staking, real-world assets).
• Designing, testing, and building proof of concepts to validate novel DeFi strategies, integrations, or solutions.
• Serving as a subject matter expert, sharing insights and educating internal teams (e.g., architects, developers) on the latest DeFi advancements and opportunities.
• Advising and consulting with clients on the DeFi landscape, including technological trends, risk assessments, and strategic implementation.
• Producing high-quality, insightful research publications (reports, articles, technical breakdowns) that are easily digestible and contribute value to the broader DeFi community.
• Actively participating in technical discussions with peers, attending industry events (both online and in-person), and building a strong professional network within the DeFi space.

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WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• 3+ years of experience in the blockchain space, with at least 1-2 years focused specifically on the blockchain and DeFi space.
• Strong understanding of core DeFi concepts (e.g., AMMs, liquidity pools, impermanent loss, yield farming, tokenomics).
• Proven ability to read and understand Solidity is required.
• Familiarity with major DeFi ecosystems beyond Ethereum (e.g., Solana, Cosmos, L2s like Arbitrum/Optimism) is highly desirable.
• Rust experience is a significant plus, or at least a strong willingness to learn.
• A genuine and demonstrable curiosity about DeFi and the underlying blockchain technology.
• Excellent ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, well-structured research publications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in English (both written and spoken).
• Highly self-organized with a strong sense of agency and the ability to work independently.