Core Developer

HRB; Canada; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking decentralized finance protocol as a Core Developer, where you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of DeFi. In this dynamic position, you'll work with a versatile team to develop innovative solutions that enhance user experiences and ensure the protocol's success. With a focus on collaboration and problem-solving, you'll engage with cutting-edge blockchain technology and contribute to the development of secure and reliable products. If you're passionate about DeFi and eager to make an impact in a rapidly evolving ecosystem, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of DeFi and blockchain protocols.
• Experience with backend and frontend development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend and frontend services for the protocol.
• Collaborate with community members to define protocol features.

Skills

DeFi concepts

Solidity

Node.js

React.js

SQL queries

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

Foundry

OpenZeppelin

Dune analytics

Job description

Core Developer (Full Stack)

Locations: Remote, Eastern Time Zone, Greater Toronto Area

About Us

We are a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol focused on creating transparent and reliable DeFi experiences for users while maintaining core principles of decentralization and composability.

Role Summary

Our Core Developers are dedicated to serving the community and DAO. As part of a highly motivated, and versatile team, they work collaboratively across the stack, contributing their expertise wherever needed to drive the protocol's success.

These software development specialists possess a deep understanding of DeFi and extensive experience interacting with blockchain protocols. They have a strong foundation in computer science principles and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in blockchain technology.

With a passion for building cutting-edge DeFi solutions, core contributors are committed to creating secure, efficient, and user-friendly products that align with the protocol's mission of providing transparent and reliable DeFi experiences. They take a proactive approach to problem-solving, anticipating potential challenges and developing innovative solutions to ensure the protocol's smooth operation and continued growth.

As key contributors of the Protocol team, they work closely with other engineers, product managers, and designers to define, prioritize, and implement protocol features and improvements. They are effective communicators and collaborators, able to clearly articulate technical concepts and contribute to strategic decision-making.

By combining their technical expertise with a strong work ethic and a commitment to the community, core developers play a vital role in shaping the future of DeFi and driving the protocol's success in the rapidly evolving blockchain ecosystem.

Responsibilities

1. Develop and maintain data, backend and front end services to support the protocol's functionality
2. Collaborate with other core contributors and community members to define and prioritize protocol features and improvements
3. Write comprehensive documentation for smart contracts, backend services, data queries and front end integrations
4. Help community members create onchain payloads for governance proposals put forward by the community
5. Conduct thorough testing and auditing to ensure the security and reliability of the protocol
6. Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in DeFi and blockchain technology
7. Work closely with other community members on Discord, Discourse, and Github
8. Design and implement core smart contracts for our DeFi protocol using Solidity

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of DeFi concepts, protocols, and ecosystem
• Familiarity with foundational DeFi protocols such as Uniswap, Compound, Aave, etc.
• Familiarity with blockchain development tools such as Foundry, OpenZeppelin, etc.
• Familiarity with Solidity and interacting with onchain protocols
• Experience with backend development using Node.js, Go, or similar technologies
• Experience with front end development using React.js
• Experience with SQL queries. Bonus for experience with Dune analytics or similar blockchain data tooling
• Knowledge of cryptographic principles and security best practices for smart contract development
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think critically about complex systems
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with a distributed team
• Passion for DeFi and commitment to building transparent, reliable, and user-friendly solutions
• Experience working with small teams in a startup-like environment