Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Developer

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Token-based compensation

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented DeFi Developer to join our fully remote team to design, develop, and deploy secure DeFi applications on the blockchain. You will work on smart contracts and protocols powering innovative financial services, with focus on security and efficiency.

We value independence and collaboration in a fast-paced remote setting, offering competitive salary and token-based compensation, health benefits, and access to cutting-edge DeFi projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a DeFi Developer or in smart contract development focusing on finance.
• Proficiency in Solidity and experience with major EVM-compatible blockchains (Ethereum, Polygon, BSC).
• Strong understanding of DeFi concepts, mechanisms, and tokenomics.
• Experience with security best practices for smart contracts and familiarity with common exploits.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts for DeFi protocols (e.g., AMMs, lending protocols, yield farming).
• Integrate DeFi applications with various blockchain networks and wallets.
• Conduct rigorous security audits and vulnerability assessments of smart contracts and protocols.
• Optimize smart contract performance and gas efficiency for cost-effective operation.
• Stay updated on the latest trends, innovations, and security challenges within the DeFi space.

Skills

DeFi development

Solidity

Security best practices

Remote collaboration

Tools

Ethereum

Polygon

EVM-compatible chains

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Developer to join their fully remote team and help build the next generation of financial applications on the blockchain. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying smart contracts and protocols that power innovative DeFi solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of blockchain technology, smart contract security, and the intricacies of financial markets. If you are passionate about decentralization and have a proven track record in building secure and efficient DeFi applications, this is the opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts for DeFi protocols (e.g., AMMs, lending protocols, yield farming).
• Integrate DeFi applications with various blockchain networks and wallets.
• Conduct rigorous security audits and vulnerability assessments of smart contracts and protocols.
• Optimize smart contract performance and gas efficiency for cost-effective operation.
• Stay updated on the latest trends, innovations, and security challenges within the DeFi space.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a DeFi Developer or in smart contract development with a focus on finance.
• Proficiency in Solidity and experience with major EVM-compatible blockchains (e.g., Ethereum, Polygon, BSC).
• Strong understanding of DeFi concepts, mechanisms, and tokenomics.
• Experience with security best practices for smart contracts and familiarity with common exploits.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, remote environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for token-based compensation.
• Fully remote work opportunity with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Access to cutting-edge DeFi projects and a culture of innovation.
• Significant impact on the future of decentralized finance, working from anywhere.