The DeFi Analyst will deliver insights based on data analysis, create visualizations, collaborate with teams, and improve the platform's methods.
Chaos Labs builds technology that makes markets safer and more accessible. Our risk management systems, oracles, and AI models secure billions in value while democratizing access to world-class financial tools. Our platform is trusted by leading protocols, including Aave, GMX, dYdX, Venus, Jupiter, and others, to manage and secure billions of dollars in assets.
Reporting directly to the Lending Lead, we are looking for a talented DeFi Analyst to join our team and help shape the future of decentralized finance.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver insights and recommendations to our customers, leveraging Chaos’ methodologies and simulation platform.
- Analyze complex datasets, apply statistical techniques, and translate data into valuable insights, producing ongoing reports.
- Create and present data visualizations for both internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality outputs.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement and innovation of our platform.
- 2+ years experience in web3.
- Excitement around crypto/web3 and desire to truly integrate yourself into the ecosystem.
- Demonstrated experience in modeling or analyzing DeFi protocols.
- Excellent SQL knowledge.
- Proficient in Python coding.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and lead various projects to completion.
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written in English.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for DeFi and blockchain technology.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with smart contracts, blockchain protocols, and/or DeFi projects.
- Familiarity with profiling tools and performance optimization techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- B.S in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or equivalent.
Our Perks:
- Compensation & Equity – competitive package aligned with growth, performance, and merit
- Career Growth Opportunities – be part of a rapidly expanding, global technology company with room to grow professionally
Our Perks:
- Competitive PTO (21 days) + sick days (7) + 8 observed US-company holidays.
- 100% employer-paid health benefit options (Medical, dental & vision insurance) for you and your dependents.
- FSA or HSA (pending on selected health insurance).
- Thoughtful Parental Leave Policy.
- Corporate wellness programs with OneMedical, Teladoc, Talkspace, EAP.
- Career growth opportunities at a rapidly expanding, global technology company in an emerging field with personalized professional development.
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefits.
- Salary and seniority level commensurate with experience - range: $120,000-$150,000.
Top Skills
Blockchain Protocols
Data Visualization
Python
Smart Contracts
SQL
Chaos Labs New York, New York, USA Office
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