The Mission

At Truflation, we're building the future of financial data. Our decentralized systems are at the heart of this mission, designed to ingest, compile, and transform critical data points like our flagship US inflation index. As we're navigating a rapidly evolving financial landscape, we're seeking an exceptional Senior Python Developer to join our elite team, sculpting the way financial information empowers decisions.

The Role

• Design, build, and maintain scalable and reliable distributed systems that process vast amounts of financial data.Emphasize coding best practices, ensuring our systems are robust, efficient, and maintainable.Collaborate closely with data teams to ensure our systems align with data needs and quality standards.Engage in rigorous code reviews, challenging and learning from your peers to ensure the highest quality code.Translate complex macroeconomic concepts into functional, efficient code to provide nuanced, accurate financial insights.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent industry experience).5+ years of professional experience with Python, with a strong emphasis on systems design and architecture.Deep understanding of database design, implementation, and performance tuning.Familiarity with distributed systems and cloud platforms.Proven track record of developing and maintaining large-scale applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in the fintech domain, particularly macroeconomics and economic data.Familiarity with web3 technologies.Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex technical concepts to a diverse audience.A continuous learner, passionate about staying updated with the latest in technology and finance.

Culture And Values

Mirroring the top-tier practices of companies like Netflix, we firmly believe in hiring only the best. We foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and the pursuit of excellence. We expect you to challenge and be challenged, to create, and to innovate. Join us, and be a pivotal part of our journey in reshaping the financial data world.

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive salaryFlexible work schedule and remote-friendly cultureLearning and development opportunities

Interested? We'd love to hear from you. Apply now and redefine the future of financial data with us.

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Gauntlet leads the field in quantitative research and optimization of DeFi economics. We manage market risk, optimize growth, and ensure economic safety for protocols facilitating most spot trading, borrowing, and lending activity across all of DeFi, protecting and optimizing the largest protocols and networks in the industry. As of September 2024, Gauntlet manages risk and incentives covering over $46 billion in customer TVL.

Gauntlet continually publishes cutting-edge research that informs our risk models, alerts, and analysis, and is among the most cited institution — including academic institutions — in terms of peer-reviewed papers addressing DeFi as a subject. We’re a Series B company with around 75 employees, operating remote-first with a home base in New York City.

Gauntlet’s mission is to drive adoption and understanding in the financial systems of the future. Building with decentralized systems creates novel challenges for mechanism designers, smart contract developers, and end-users of financial products, which are not seen in traditional software development and investing contexts. Gauntlet is dedicated to enhancing our industry’s understanding of this new domain, and revealing how to safely navigate the true bleeding edge of 21st century financial innovation.

About Aera

Aera is a non-custodial, autonomous, on-chain asset management protocol that Gauntlet helped develop. Currently, Aera is focused on providing customizable, optimized treasury management solutions for DAOs. Gauntlet acts as the guardian for several core Aera strategies.

Ideal Candidate

This role is ideal for someone looking to “do their best work yet” in the crypto space and challenge themselves to implement a groundbreaking protocol in a nascent category. One day you will look at low-level gas optimization, another, you’ll think about high-level invariants in Foundry. This will be an opportunity to make a lasting contribution by helping develop a groundbreaking protocol that solves a real use case. The right candidate understands that product success doesn’t just come down to the code. They are equally excited to collaborate with other talented individuals and are comfortable taking the product perspective on protocol development occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Using industry best practices, we write and review high-assurance smart contract code, tests, invariants, and other deliverables for our protocol projects.
• Contribute ideas to protocol design & architecture and make refinements during development. Collaborate effectively with client team members.
• Embrace and contribute to our internal methodologies, coding standards, review methods, and other standard operating procedures.
• Help evaluate/research other protocols/infrastructure we could integrate with
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including researchers and product managers, to ensure seamless implementation of new features.
• Actively participate in code and design reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and maintaining high coding standards.
• Participate in internal security audits emphasizing robust processes, continuous learning, and ownership.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices to ensure the continuous improvement of Aera’s platform.
• Contribute to the creation of technical documentation and user guides.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve software defects, ensuring optimal system performance and reliability

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in software development.
• Proficient at writing code in Python, preferably, but open to other languages.
• 2+ years of experience in Solidity smart contract development.
• Understanding of blockchain and DeFi protocols, concepts, and best practices.
• Experience with EVM based blockchain networks strongly preferred.
• Comfortable learning about and contributing to complex DeFi protocols that may involve understanding MEV, trading, incentives, and mechanism design.
• Strong communication skills (primarily written) and the ability to work collaboratively in a distributed team environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience with version control systems (i.e., git).
• Excitement to work in an early stage setting with significant uncertainty, evolving scope/requirements and many hats to wear

Bonus Points

• Experience developing and shipping user-facing features using component-based UI frameworks

Benefits and Perks

• Remote first - work from anywhere!
• Competitive packages with the added opportunity for incentive-based compensation
• Regular in-person company retreats and cross-country “office visit” perk
• 100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for employees
• Laptop provided
• $1,600 WFH stipend upon joining
• $100 per month reimbursement for fitness-related expenses
• Monthly reimbursement for home internet, phone, and cellular data
• Unlimited vacation policy
• 100% paid parental leave of 12 weeks
• Fertility benefits

Please note that at this time, our hiring is reserved for potential employees who can work within the contiguous United States and Canada. Should you need alternative accommodations, please note that in your application.

The national pay range for this role is $135,000 - $200,000 plus additional On Target Earnings potential by level and equity in the company. Our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for a company of our size and industry, and are one part of many compensation, benefits and other reward opportunities we provide. Individual pay rate decisions are based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skill set, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company.

Do you have a passion for decentralized systems and the potential they hold to revolutionize industries? Are you excited by the challenge of designing and developing blockchain-based solutions that enable secure, transparent, and efficient transactions? If you’re looking to shape the future of blockchain technology and drive innovative applications in areas like finance, supply chain, and beyond, then our client has the perfect role for you. We’re seeking a Blockchain Developer (aka The Decentralization Architect) to design, develop, and implement blockchain technologies that enable next-generation decentralized solutions.

As a Blockchain Developer at our client, you’ll work closely with software engineers, cryptographers, and product teams to create blockchain-powered applications that solve real-world problems. From smart contracts and decentralized apps (dApps) to building secure blockchain networks, you’ll be at the forefront of transforming industries with distributed ledger technology.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design and Develop Blockchain Solutions:

• Build and deploy blockchain-based applications, smart contracts, and decentralized systems. You’ll work with platforms like Ethereum, Hyperledger, or Polkadot to create secure, efficient, and scalable solutions for a range of use cases.

• Write, test, and deploy smart contracts on blockchain platforms. You’ll ensure that contracts are secure, efficient, and bug-free, using languages like Solidity, Rust, or Vyper, and you’ll conduct code audits to prevent vulnerabilities.

• Develop and implement consensus algorithms (PoW, PoS, DPoS, etc.) and blockchain protocols that ensure the security, scalability, and decentralization of blockchain networks. You’ll work on optimizing network performance and ensuring high transaction throughput.

• Work closely with front-end and back-end teams to integrate blockchain technology into decentralized applications (dApps). You’ll design APIs, develop SDKs, and enable seamless interactions between the blockchain and user interfaces.

• Implement cryptographic algorithms that ensure the integrity and privacy of blockchain transactions. You’ll work with encryption methods like elliptic curve cryptography (ECC) and hash functions to secure data on the blockchain.

• Monitor, maintain, and upgrade blockchain networks and systems to ensure they remain secure and functional. You’ll ensure nodes are properly synchronized, handle network forks, and optimize the blockchain for performance.

• Stay current with the latest developments in blockchain technology, including layer 2 solutions, sidechains, and decentralized finance (DeFi). You’ll experiment with new frameworks and protocols to improve blockchain efficiency and scalability.

Required Skills:

• Blockchain Development Expertise: Strong experience in blockchain development, including working with platforms such as Ethereum, Hyperledger, or Polkadot. You’re skilled in designing decentralized systems and implementing smart contracts.
• Smart Contract Programming: Proficiency in programming languages for smart contracts, such as Solidity, Rust, or Vyper. You know how to write, deploy, and audit smart contracts to ensure security and efficiency.
• Cryptography and Security: Solid understanding of cryptographic principles, including encryption techniques and consensus mechanisms like PoW, PoS, or Byzantine fault tolerance. You’re familiar with securing blockchain networks and preventing attacks.
• Programming and Software Development: Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, or Go. You have experience working with APIs, SDKs, and integrating blockchain systems into decentralized applications (dApps).
• Collaboration and Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. You can collaborate with engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders to design blockchain solutions that meet business needs.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cryptography, or a related field. Equivalent experience in blockchain development is highly valued.
• Certifications or additional coursework in blockchain, cryptography, or decentralized systems are a plus.

Experience Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in blockchain development, with hands-on experience building and deploying blockchain solutions.
• Proven experience writing and auditing smart contracts, developing decentralized applications, and working with blockchain protocols.
• Experience with cloud-based blockchain services and tools (AWS Blockchain, Azure Blockchain) is highly desirable.

• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with low co-pays and premiums.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation, sick leave, and 20 paid holidays per year.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and telecommuting options.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certification reimbursement, and career advancement programs.
• Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, including gym memberships, health screenings, and mental health resources.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Life insurance and short-term/long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for personal and professional challenges.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in community service and volunteer activities.
• Recognition Programs: Employee recognition programs to celebrate achievements and milestones.

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Are you excited about creating secure, efficient, and reliable smart contracts that power decentralized applications and automate transactions on blockchain platforms? Do you thrive on working with cutting-edge technologies to develop systems that foster trust and transparency without intermediaries? If you’re passionate about writing smart contracts that power DeFi applications, NFTs, DAOs, or other blockchain-based solutions, then our client has the perfect opportunity for you. We’re looking for a Smart Contract Engineer (aka The Blockchain Code Crafter) to design, develop, and optimize smart contracts that bring the vision of decentralized systems to life.

As a Smart Contract Engineer at our client, you’ll collaborate with blockchain developers, cryptographers, and product teams to write secure, efficient smart contracts for various blockchain platforms. Whether it’s creating governance tokens, DeFi protocols, or NFT minting contracts, your work will be at the forefront of blockchain innovation, ensuring that smart contracts deliver on their promise of security, transparency, and automation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design, Develop, and Deploy Smart Contracts:

• Write and implement secure, optimized smart contracts on platforms such as Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, or Solana. You’ll work with Solidity, Rust, or Vyper to build contracts for decentralized applications (dApps), decentralized finance (DeFi), NFTs, or DAOs.

• Ensure that all smart contracts are secure and free from vulnerabilities. You’ll conduct audits to identify potential bugs or attack vectors, using tools like MythX, Slither, or Oyente to analyze smart contract code and prevent exploits.

• Focus on optimizing gas usage and improving the efficiency of smart contracts to ensure that they run smoothly and cost-effectively on the blockchain. You’ll implement best practices for gas optimization and write code that scales.

• Work closely with front-end developers and blockchain engineers to integrate smart contracts into decentralized applications and DeFi protocols. You’ll design APIs and ensure smooth interaction between smart contracts and user interfaces.

• Build smart contracts for custom tokens (ERC-20, ERC-721, ERC-1155) and implement governance mechanisms for decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). You’ll create systems that allow decentralized voting, staking, and rewards distribution.

• Collaborate with the blockchain community by contributing to open-source projects and helping improve existing blockchain standards. You’ll participate in forums, GitHub discussions, and code reviews to push the boundaries of smart contract technology.

• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in blockchain technology and smart contract development. You’ll experiment with new protocols like Polkadot, Avalanche, or Layer 2 solutions like Optimism and Arbitrum to explore scalability and interoperability.

Required Skills:

• Smart Contract Development Expertise: Strong knowledge of smart contract development, including experience working with platforms like Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, or Solana. You’re proficient in Solidity, Rust, or Vyper and have built and deployed smart contracts for real-world applications.
• Blockchain Knowledge: Deep understanding of decentralized technologies, blockchain principles, and consensus mechanisms like Proof of Stake (PoS) or Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS). You’re familiar with layer 1 and layer 2 blockchain solutions.
• Security and Auditing: Experience conducting smart contract audits and ensuring the security of blockchain applications. You’re familiar with security vulnerabilities like reentrancy attacks, front-running, and integer overflows, and know how to prevent them.
• Gas Optimization and Efficiency: Expertise in optimizing smart contract code to minimize gas costs. You understand how to write efficient, scalable code that is both cost-effective and reliable on the blockchain.
• Collaboration and Communication: Strong communication skills with the ability to work closely with blockchain developers, cryptographers, and product teams. You’re skilled at explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cryptography, Blockchain, or a related field. Equivalent experience in smart contract development is highly valued.
• Certifications or additional coursework in blockchain development or smart contract security are a plus.

Experience Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in smart contract development, with hands-on experience writing, testing, and deploying contracts in a production environment.
• Proven experience building decentralized applications (dApps), DeFi protocols, or NFT platforms, including writing and optimizing smart contracts.
• Experience with blockchain tools like Truffle, Hardhat, Remix, or Brownie for smart contract development and testing is highly desirable.

• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with low co-pays and premiums.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation, sick leave, and 20 paid holidays per year.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and telecommuting options.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certification reimbursement, and career advancement programs.
• Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, including gym memberships, health screenings, and mental health resources.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Life insurance and short-term/long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for personal and professional challenges.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in community service and volunteer activities.
• Recognition Programs: Employee recognition programs to celebrate achievements and milestones.

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