Description:

Gauntlet leads in quantitative research and optimization of DeFi economics, managing market risk and optimizing growth for protocols in the DeFi space.
The company protects and optimizes the largest protocols and networks, managing risk and incentives covering over $42 billion in customer TVL as of April 2025.
Gauntlet publishes cutting-edge research that informs risk models and analysis, being one of the most cited institutions in peer-reviewed papers on DeFi.
The company is a Series B startup with around 75 employees, operating remotely with a home base in New York City.
The mission is to drive adoption and understanding in future financial systems, addressing challenges unique to decentralized systems.
The Software Engineer role is part of a new product pod focused on the Gauntlet App, a next-generation dApp for user vault interactions.
Responsibilities include designing and maintaining a seamless user experience, collaborating with product managers and engineers, leading code reviews, staying updated on blockchain developments, creating technical documentation, and troubleshooting software defects.

Requirements:

Candidates must have 5+ years of professional experience in software development, focusing on full stack engineering.
Proficiency in TypeScript and React is required; experience with Next.js is a plus.
A strong understanding of blockchain technology and DeFi protocols is necessary, along with a willingness to deepen knowledge in these areas.
Proven ability to design and implement user-centric applications with a focus on seamless user experiences is essential.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required, along with a collaborative mindset for working in a distributed team environment.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are necessary, with a focus on building robust, tested systems.
Experience with version control systems (e.g., git) and familiarity with agile development methodologies is required.

The position is remote-first, allowing employees to work from anywhere in the US and Canada.
Competitive salary packages are offered, with the opportunity for incentive-based compensation.
Employees can participate in regular in-person company retreats and have access to a cross-country "office visit" perk.
The company covers 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees.
A laptop is provided for work purposes.
New employees receive a $1,500 work-from-home stipend upon joining.
There is a $100 per month reimbursement for fitness-related expenses.
Monthly reimbursements are provided for home internet, phone, and cellular data.
The company has an unlimited vacation policy.
Employees are entitled to 100% paid parental leave of 12 weeks.
Fertility benefits are also included.