Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Global team access

Competitive compensation

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled DeFi Specialist to research, analyze, and implement DeFi opportunities across leading ecosystems. This fully remote role focuses on developing strategies, monitoring risk, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate DeFi solutions across products.

You will evaluate protocols, monitor performance, and stay ahead of regulatory shifts, delivering insightful reports and recommendations to shape the future of decentralized finance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience and deep understanding of the DeFi landscape.
• Proficiency with DeFi protocols (Uniswap, Aave, Compound, Curve) and blockchain networks (Ethereum, Polygon, BSC).
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills for evaluating financial instruments and market data.
• Knowledge of smart contracts, token standards, and blockchain security principles.
• Familiarity with cryptocurrency trading and portfolio management.
• Excellent research and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a fully remote environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, CS, or a related field.
• Passion for blockchain technology and the future of finance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate emerging DeFi protocols, platforms, and opportunities.
• Develop and execute strategies for participation in DeFi ecosystems (lending, staking, yield farming).
• Monitor performance of DeFi investments and manage risk.
• Research tokenomics, governance models, and market trends in DeFi.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to integrate DeFi solutions.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes affecting DeFi.
• Prepare reports and presentations on DeFi market analysis and strategic recommendations.
• Identify and mitigate risks of DeFi protocols and smart contracts.
• Educate internal teams on latest DeFi developments and best practices.

Skills

DeFi protocol analysis

Blockchain networks

Risk management

Quantitative research

Portfolio management

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, CS or related field

Tools

Uniswap

Aave

Compound

Curve

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge fintech company focused on revolutionizing financial services through blockchain, is seeking a highly knowledgeable Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Specialist . This role is fully remote, allowing you to contribute from anywhere while working on innovative DeFi protocols and strategies. You will be responsible for researching, analyzing, and implementing DeFi opportunities, contributing to the growth and success of our decentralized financial products. If you have a deep understanding of DeFi ecosystems and a passion for innovation, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate emerging DeFi protocols, platforms, and opportunities.
• Develop and execute strategies for participation in various DeFi ecosystems, including lending, borrowing, staking, and yield farming.
• Monitor the performance of DeFi investments and manage risk effectively.
• Conduct in-depth research on tokenomics, governance models, and market trends within the DeFi space.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to integrate DeFi solutions into our offerings.
• Stay abreast of regulatory changes and compliance requirements affecting the DeFi sector.
• Prepare reports and presentations on DeFi market analysis and strategic recommendations.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with DeFi protocols and smart contracts.
• Educate internal teams on the latest developments and best practices in Decentralized Finance.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience and deep understanding of the Decentralized Finance (DeFi) landscape.
• Proficiency with various DeFi protocols (e.g., Uniswap, Aave, Compound, Curve) and blockchain networks (e.g., Ethereum, Polygon, BSC).
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills for evaluating financial instruments and market data.
• Knowledge of smart contracts, token standards, and blockchain security principles.
• Familiarity with cryptocurrency trading and portfolio management.
• Excellent research and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a fully remote environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Passion for blockchain technology and the future of finance.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to shape the future of finance through groundbreaking DeFi innovations.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing for a global work-life balance.
• Access to industry-leading tools and resources.
• Professional growth and development in a rapidly evolving sector.
• Join a team of passionate innovators and experts in the Crypto & Blockchain industry.