The Role
Develop and implement DeFi trading strategies, optimize on-chain transactions, analyze market data, and build infrastructure for blockchain analytics and backtesting frameworks.
Summary Generated by Built In
Who We Are
At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom.OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves.
Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.
OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.
About the Opportunity
Liquidity Platform provides cutting-edge technology that covers all aspects of crypto trading. We build low-latency connectivity to global crypto venues, including both Cefi and Defi venues, strategy services for automated pricing and trading bots, high-frequency data capturing and analysis, and state-of-art micro frontend for trading management. On top of all these infrastructures, we build highly customized strategies to facilitate crypto liquidities.
If you are a strong technologist who is excited about the potential of crypto trading, interested in fully-automated algo bots, we should talk.
We are looking for Web3 Software Engineer for Liquidity Platform Delta one and DEX strategy Engineering Team. During your tenure with us, you will be working closely with a liquidity manager for strategy development using an in-house build strategy toolkit. You will demonstrate and develop professional capabilities in the following areas: managing inventory & risk of applications, strategic thinking and problem solving, collaborating with product managers, engineers and liquidity managers, effective communication.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Develop and implement cross-protocol DeFi trading strategies including arbitrage between AMMs, lending protocol optimizations, and yield farming strategies
- Build sophisticated on-chain market making strategies for concentrated liquidity protocols (Uniswap V3 for example)
- Analyze on-chain data to identify trading opportunities across DeFi protocols and optimize strategy parameters
- Implement gas-efficient smart contract interactions and optimize transaction execution for profitability
- Design cross-chain arbitrage systems leveraging bridges and cross-chain messaging protocols
- Build infrastructure for real-time blockchain data ingestion, mempool monitoring, and on-chain analytics
- Develop backtesting frameworks specifically for DeFi strategies considering gas costs and MEV competition
What We Look For In You:
- Deep understanding of DeFi protocols and mechanisms:
- AMM mathematics (constant product, stableswap, concentrated liquidity)
- Lending protocol mechanics (AAVE, Compound, etc.)
- Derivatives protocols (GMX, dYdX, Synthetix)
- Yield aggregators and vaults strategies (leveraging, auto-rebalancing, fee-capture, etc)
- Zero-knowledge proofs (ZK-Rollups, ZK-apps) and how they impact DeFi/Trading latency and Gas Optimisation
- Experience with blockchain development and Web3 technologies:
- Proficiency in languages used for DeFi development (Solidity, Rust, Vyper, Move, JavaScript/TypeScript)
- Web3 Tooling (ethers.js, web3.js, web3.py, hardhat, Foundry, Truffle, etc)
- Understanding of EVM mechanics and gas optimization, opcodes, upgrade-patterns
- Experience with multiple blockchain ecosystems (XLayer, Hyperliquid Chain, Ethereum, BSC, Solana, Polygon, Arbitrum)
- Strong understanding of MEV concepts and strategies:
- Flashloan arbitrage
- Sandwich attacks and protection
- Liquidation strategies
- Bundle creation and flashbots usage
- Experience in running and enriching full/archive nodes for trading
- Knowledge of cross-chain technologies and bridge mechanisms
- Experience with on-chain data analysis and blockchain indexing solutions
- Passion for DeFi innovation and staying current with protocol developments
- Experience with DeFi-specific backtesting considering gas costs, slippage, and MEV competition
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive total compensation package
- L&D programs and education subsidy for employees' growth and development
- Various team building programs and company events
- Wellness and meal allowance
- Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants
- More that we love to tell you along the process!
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Top Skills
Ethers.Js
Foundry
Hardhat
JavaScript
Move
Rust
Solidity
Truffle
Typescript
Vyper
Web3.Js
Web3.Py
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The Company
What We Do
Founded in 2017, OKX is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency spot and derivatives exchanges. OKX innovatively adopted blockchain technology to reshape the financial ecosystem by offering some of the most diverse and sophisticated products, solutions, and trading tools on the market. Trusted by more than 20 million users in over 180 regions globally, OKX strives to provide an engaging platform that empowers every individual to explore the world of crypto.
In addition to its world-class DeFi exchange, OKX serves its users with OKX Insights, a research arm that is at the cutting edge of the latest trends in the cryptocurrency industry. With its extensive range of crypto products and services, and unwavering commitment to innovation, OKX’s vision is a world of financial access backed by blockchain and the power of decentralized finance.
