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De Circle

Data Scientist - Gauntlet

New York, NY · On-site

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 ...

De Circle

Steakhouse Finance - Senior Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

$114.30K - $157K/yr

About Steakhouse Financial Steakhouse Financial is a DeFi-focused financial infrastructure and ... Collaborate with protocol, research, and operations teams * 5+ years of professional Python ...

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 ...

Mysten Labs

Senior Data Scientist

$164K - $225K/yr

... DeFi protocol launches, stablecoin adoption, market maker performance, and broader ecosystem behaviors. The work spans descriptive dashboards, deep-dive research, and entirely new measurement ...

Gauntlet

Technical Recruiter

OR · Remote

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 ...

Paxos Labs

Smart Contract Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

Research and design novel protocol mechanisms around vaults, lending, and other DeFi primitives. * Lead protocol design decision making considering tradeoffs across trust assumptions and efficiency.

Rockstar

Protocol Engineer

... Research, and Security through strategic grant-making. The foundation is seeking a Protocol ... Required Skills & Experience: - Strong understanding of DeFi patterns and smart contract ...

Gauntlet

Technical Recruiter

New York, NY · On-site +1

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 ...

Paxos Labs

Lead Security Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$112.10K - $147.70K/yr

We are looking for a motivated developer that can not only develop, but aptly research and deploy extensive knowledge across TradFi and DeFi to secure mission critical software. Most importantly, we ...

Jobgether

$45.50 - $59.50/hr

Engage in advanced research around privacy-preserving financial systems, multi-party authorization, and secure DeFi architecture. Requirements: * Strong production experience with Daml, including ...

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How much do defi researcher jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for defi researcher in the United States is $113,102.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $154,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a DeFi Researcher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a DeFi Researcher, you need a deep understanding of blockchain technology, decentralized finance protocols, and quantitative analysis, often supported by a degree in computer science, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with smart contract platforms (like Ethereum), analytics tools (such as Dune Analytics), and programming languages (like Solidity or Python) is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, communication skills, and a proactive approach to rapidly changing information help set outstanding candidates apart. These skills ensure you can identify trends, assess risks, and deliver valuable insights in the fast-evolving DeFi landscape.

What are some common challenges DeFi Researchers face when analyzing new protocols?

DeFi Researchers often encounter challenges such as rapidly evolving technologies, limited or incomplete documentation, and the need to assess the security and sustainability of novel protocols. Staying updated with frequent changes, identifying potential vulnerabilities, and distinguishing between legitimate projects and potential scams require strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of blockchain systems. Collaboration with developers, auditors, and other researchers is essential to comprehensively evaluate risks and innovations in the DeFi landscape.

What are DeFi Researchers?

DeFi Researchers are professionals who study decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, trends, technologies, and markets. They analyze blockchain-based financial applications, evaluate risks, and provide insights on new DeFi projects or innovations. Their work helps investors, companies, and developers make informed decisions in the rapidly evolving DeFi ecosystem. DeFi Researchers often publish reports, conduct security assessments, and keep up with regulatory changes impacting the space.
Infographic showing various Defi Researcher job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 33% In-person, and 67% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,102 per year, or $54.4 per hour.

Data Scientist - Gauntlet

De Circle

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

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. We build institutional-grade vaults for decentralized finance, delivering risk-adjusted onchain yields for capital at scale. Designed by the most vigilant, quantitative minds in crypto and informed by years of research. As of April 2025, Gauntlet manages risk and incentives covering over $42 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.
In order to grow our impact in the DeFi space we are looking to hire experienced Data Scientists to help new and established protocols better understand the systems they've built. This role will require establishing a strong ability to analyze and interpret data; as well as the ability to collaborate with and manage external clients. You will be working directly with the premier and innovative DeFi protocols and developing expert-level knowledge and experience of the mechanisms that underpin the DeFi industry.
Responsabilities
  • Perform in depth novel research into how to make premier DeFi protocols safer and more efficient through mechanism design, data analysis, and dynamic parameter optimization.
  • Take ownership of client engagements, scoping out work, managing client relationships, and delivering value to clients through your research and work.
  • Draft and write engaging research for public consumption both to grow Gauntlet's Brand as well as to satisfy client requirements
  • Build and deploy easy-to-understand and visually compelling dashboards for internal and external consumption

  • 4+ years of professional experience
  • Extremely clear and effective communication and client management skills
  • Proven track record of drawing deep insights from complex datasets
  • Experience with data querying languages (e.g. SQL), scripting languages (e.g. Python), and/or statistical/mathematical software (e.g. R)
  • Ability to work independently working towards abstract goals
  • Experience working with pricing models, financial products and/or different asset classes

Bonus points
  • Experience working in the crypto industry is a big plus.
  • Enthusiasm for the space, especially DeFi, is very much desired
  • Experience with derivatives style products
  • Experience managing external client relationships
  • Published or presented research in the space

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