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Wintermute

DeFi Algorithmic Trader

New York, NY · On-site +1

Wintermute also has a Wintermute Ventures arm that invests in early stage DeFi projects. Wintermute ... Proficiency in programming with at least one of Rust or Python. * Comfortable working on Linux ...

Wintermute

DeFi Algorithmic Trader

New York, NY · On-site

Wintermute also has a Wintermute Ventures arm that invests in early stage DeFi projects. Wintermute ... Proficiency in programming with at least one of Rust or Python. * Comfortable working on Linux ...

Paxos Labs

Fullstack Product Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

We are looking for a motivated developer that can not only develop, but aptly research and deploy extensive knowledge across DeFi and product design to create a product that makes sense for real ...

Injective Labs

Mobile App Developer

New York, NY · Remote

Developers can rapidly launch premier financial applications suited for mass adoption using Injective's infrastructure and specialized DeFi primitives such as the world's first fully on-chain order ...

Injective Labs

Mobile App Developer

New York, NY · On-site +1

Developers can rapidly launch premier financial applications suited for mass adoption using Injective's infrastructure and specialized DeFi primitives such as the world's first fully on-chain order ...

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How much do defi developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for defi developer in New York is $151,567.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $130,099.00 and $172,190.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a DeFi developer?

A DeFi Developer is responsible for building and maintaining decentralized finance (DeFi) applications using blockchain technologies. They develop smart contracts, interact with decentralized protocols, and ensure security and efficiency in financial transactions. DeFi Developers commonly work with Ethereum, Solidity, Web3.js, and other blockchain frameworks. Their role includes auditing code, optimizing gas fees, and integrating decentralized exchanges (DEXs), lending platforms, and automated market makers (AMMs).

What are the main challenges faced by DeFi developers in daily work?

DeFi Developers often face challenges such as ensuring the security and reliability of smart contracts, which are highly susceptible to hacks and bugs. Keeping up with rapidly evolving blockchain standards and integrating various decentralized protocols can be demanding. Additionally, the decentralized nature of teams means clear communication and proactive collaboration are essential. Successfully navigating these challenges allows developers to build innovative products and contribute to the leading edge of the financial technology landscape.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the DeFi developer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a DeFi Developer, you need a strong background in blockchain technology, smart contract development (especially on Ethereum), and proficiency in languages like Solidity or Rust. Familiarity with development frameworks (such as Truffle or Hardhat), decentralized storage systems, and version control tools is typically required. Strong problem-solving, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to explain complex concepts clearly are valuable soft skills in this field. These abilities are crucial for building secure, innovative financial products and working effectively within fast-paced, decentralized teams.

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Infographic showing various Defi Developer job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $151,567 per year, or $72.9 per hour.

DeFi Business Development Associate

TechChain Talent

New York, NY • On-site

$48K - $66K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

About the Company

We are an institutional open finance platform, serving more than half of all real world asset holders. We bring institutional assets out of closed financial systems into open, programmable, globally accessible markets.

Our flagship asset management protocol opens institutional assets from leading global asset managers to investors worldwide through compliant, non custodial vaults.

We are backed by top tier institutional investors, and hold a SEC transfer agent registration alongside a licence from the Bermuda Monetary Authority.

About the Role

We are hiring an Associate, DeFi Business Development to drive our distribution strategy. The role owns two closely related growth motions. First, sourcing and closing partnerships with onchain native protocols and platforms that route user, company, or treasury funds into yield opportunities, positioning our vaults as the underlying yield engine for their product or token. Second, sourcing and closing integrations that put our yield bearing tokens to work across DeFi, expanding their composability and reach as an onchain primitive. This role reports to the Head of GTM.

Key Responsibilities
  • Partnership sourcing and pipeline development: identify and prioritise prospective partners, platforms and protocols that direct stablecoins into yield strategies, and build a targeted outbound pipeline for vault distribution.
  • Full cycle sales execution: own the sales process end to end, from outreach and qualification through negotiation and close, operating independently with minimal oversight.
  • Product integration and adoption: work with partners to expand where our tokenized products can be held and used, growing adoption across other platforms and applications.
  • Cross functional deal support: partner with product, engineering, and legal to scope integration requirements, structure commercial terms, and bring partnerships to launch.
  • Relationship management: maintain and deepen partner relationships post close, serving as the primary point of contact and identifying opportunities to expand existing accounts.
Requirements
  • 2 to 5 years of experience in DeFi or crypto business development, or a comparable high growth startup BD role.
  • DeFi fluency with advanced knowledge of lending markets, AMMs, yield splitting, tranching, restaking, and stablecoin primitives. Can speak credibly to protocols such as Morpho, Kamino, and Pendle.
  • Account management or ecosystem management experience as the baseline bar. A track record of closed partnership or integration deals is a strong plus.
  • Strong financial and capital markets acumen, including comfort with fixed income, credit, and structured products.
  • Strong project management skills. Can run multiple partner workstreams and deals in parallel without dropping details.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
Bonus Skills
  • Track record of closed DeFi partnership or integration deals.
  • Traditional finance experience.
  • Existing network across DeFi protocols, exchanges, or stablecoin issuers.
Benefits 
  • Direct exposure to senior leadership and live deal flow, working alongside the Head of GTM.
  • A product with real traction in the fastest growing category in crypto, RWA and tokenized yield.