Design, implement, test, deploy, and maintain secure Solidity smart contracts and dApps on Ethereum and EVM networks; develop protocol-level infrastructure; respond to and simulate security incidents; debug, review code for security, and mentor other engineers while staying current with Ethereum ecosystem developments.
About us
Aave Labs began with a simple question: how do we make financial services like borrowing, saving, and earning more accessible globally?
We built the Aave Protocol, now the world’s largest and most trusted onchain lending market, connecting decentralized finance with individuals, traditional finance, and fintech.
Today, we build trusted, high-quality products that expand access to lending, credit, and savings globally
Our culture
We build trusted products that help people access and discover economic opportunities.
We hold a high bar for quality and craftsmanship. No detail is too small. Trust depends on it.
We’re a global team building products people can actually use, turning complex technology into something simple and reliable.
We stay aligned, move quickly, and think long term, while keeping teams lean and focused on impact.
About the role:
Aave Labs is looking for a Staff smart contract engineer to innovate and build upon the Aave protocol and GHO stablecoin. You should have a strong passion for web3 technology and a deep understanding of smart contract development. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and deploying smart contracts on Ethereum and other EVM based networks & work closely with the Aave team to develop and maintain the protocol.
How you can make an impact:
- Designing, implementing, and testing secure Solidity-based smart contracts and decentralised applications
- Participating in the development of protocol-level infrastructure and tools
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features and functionality
- Responding to security vulnerabilities, simulating the scenario, and evaluating a strategy and response
- Debugging and troubleshooting issues that arise during the development process
- Reviewing code written by other engineers to ensure it meets the required standards and specifications with a focus on security
- Staying up to date with developments in the Ethereum ecosystem and incorporating new technologies as appropriate
- Providing technical guidance, support, and mentoring to other engineers as needed.
Let’s connect if you have:
- You are someone who builds, innovates, and ships features with the highest standards of solidity and security
- You have experience working with DeFi protocols and a deep understanding of smart contracts and the EVM
- You research constantly and keep up with the latest hacks, tooling, and security practises
- Are passionate about DeFi and enjoy working in web3 and the bleeding edge of technology.
Haven’t quite met all the criteria? Let’s not miss out on the chance to speak. Whilst you might not meet every single requirement, you might bring other, more exciting skills to the companies!
Equal opportunities statement:
Aave Labs celebrates diversity and views each and every team member as a separate individual with their own unique identity. No matter your race, religion, gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation or even the wallet you use, we welcome you at Aave Labs. As an equal opportunities employer, we take accountability and believe in everyone's potential to build, create and inspire changes. With a mission to build a diverse workforce, we are proud to foster a working environment in which everyone can feel safe and valued for who they are.
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