As a DeFi Researcher, you will explore emerging protocols, market structures, and trading opportunities across the on-chain ecosystem. You will turn research insights into production-ready strategies and integrations.
Responsibilities:
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Develop and maintain trading systems for DeFi protocols and exchanges using C++20 and Rust.
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Research, validate, and implement trading hypotheses.
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Optimize system performance and low-latency execution.
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Analyze metrics, identify bottlenecks, and improve trading-system efficiency.
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Explore new DeFi opportunities and integrate protocols and exchanges.
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Conduct code reviews and maintain high code quality.
Requirements:
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Excellent knowledge of C++20 and hands-on experience with Rust.
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Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and multithreaded programming.
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Solid knowledge of computer networking and low-latency system design.
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Ability to independently research complex systems and deliver production-ready solutions.
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Strong mathematical background and analytical thinking.
Nice to Have:
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Experience in DeFi, HFT, or algorithmic trading.
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Understanding of DEXs, AMMs, RFQs, intents, MEV, and the specifics of on-chain execution, including gas costs, slippage, and latency.
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Experience developing trading strategies or integrating blockchain protocols.
Current Focus Areas:
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RFQs and intents.
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CEX–DEX and DEX–DEX arbitrage.
Tell us about yourself
Send your CV and a few details. We review every application — usually within a week.