Job Description

At C11 Labs, we’re passionate about DeFi. This fast-growing ecosystem enables innovative financial engineering, through which new opportunities are generated every day. Together with your help, we aim to capture these opportunities while also supporting the further development of the DeFi ecosystem. Together we form the DeFi team, in which we have complete freedom in exploring, prioritizing, and capturing these opportunities.

Role Overview

As the DeFi Research and Business Lead, you will be responsible for monitoring the DeFi ecosystem, identifying emerging trends, and providing actionable insights that will shape our algorithmic trading strategies. Your technical expertise and deep understanding of decentralized finance will be instrumental in uncovering new opportunities, developing proof-of-concept strategies, and enhancing our overall research methodologies. You will collaborate closely with our trading and development team, while also leading research discussions and contributing to the advancement of our strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Research Discussions: Lead internal and external discussions on DeFi research topics, contribute innovative ideas, and enhance the quality of research methodologies and strategies across the fund.
• Innovation: Stay ahead of the curve by identifying new opportunities in MEV-related research, protocol development, and ecosystem design that could provide a competitive advantage.
• Research and Reporting: Produce detailed reports on the latest DeFi trends, new protocols, and actionable insights. Identify and evaluate promising opportunities for integration into our algorithmic trading strategies.
• Monitor DeFi Landscape: Continuously track developments in the DeFi space, including new protocols, emerging ecosystems, and innovative trends. Analyze the landscape with a critical and quantitative mindset to identify actionable opportunities.
• Technical Expertise: Work closely with the DeFi trading team to provide proof-of-concept algorithms and strategies. Ensure that emerging research is translated into practical trading ideas and frameworks.
• Portfolio Management: Oversee the management of the fund's portfolio, ensuring proper risk assessment, rebalancing strategies, and alignment with market trends and research insights. Optimize portfolio performance by integrating innovative DeFi opportunities.
• Communication with Shareholders: Effectively communicate the fund’s performance, strategy, and new research developments to shareholders and investors. Provide clear and concise updates on portfolio management decisions and DeFi market insights.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proven Technical Experience: At least 3 years of hands-on involvement in the DeFi space, with a strong understanding of decentralized protocols and their workings.
• Crypto Native: Deep familiarity with the crypto ecosystem, culture, and technology. You are a passionate advocate for decentralization and have an in-depth understanding of the space.
• Quantitative Mindset: Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to critically evaluate DeFi protocols, tokenomics, and potential risks or inefficiencies.
• Educational Background: Strong background in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field is preferred. A deep technical foundation is essential to success in this role.
• Research Skills: Proven ability to lead research efforts, analyze complex datasets, and produce detailed, actionable reports on DeFi developments and strategies. Knowledge of Python or Node.js in support of this purpose is recommended.

Preferred Skills and Experiences

• Business Development or Growth Experience: Prior experience in business development, growth, or research within the DeFi or crypto space is highly valued.
• MEV Research: Applied research in Miner Extractable Value (MEV) and strategies for leveraging MEV opportunities is a strong plus.
• Technical Capabilities: Experience with the breakdown and reverse engineering of transaction data and protocol functionality is a significant advantage.
• Coding Skills: Proficiency in one or more of the following languages is highly appreciated: Rust, Python, Solidity. Coding experience will enable you to contribute to the design and implementation of algorithmic strategies.

What We Offer

• The full startup experience with an above-average salary & bonus package
• Creative responsibility over your applications and a high degree of freedom in your technological choices
• Flexible remote working
• Cohesive, energetic environment for you to develop your skills

Are you ready to make an impact? Interested in capturing opportunities and translating them into concrete applications to generate profit and positively contribute to the DeFi space?