Wealthsimple is hiring a Senior Crypto Software Developer to architect our non-custodial crypto infrastructure from the ground up. You will work at the intersection of traditional fintech and decentralized protocols to bridge complex blockchain technology with intuitive user experiences for over a million crypto clients.
What You'll Do
- Build and architect new on-chain non-custodial products that give users full control over their crypto assets.
- Design and implement integrations with leading DEXs, DeFi protocols, and wallet providers.
- Enhance existing custodial crypto offerings by expanding asset selection and improving product functionality.
- Work with cutting-edge blockchain technology and contribute to the evolution of decentralized finance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless crypto experiences to over a million users.
- Help establish technical standards and best practices for crypto development at Wealthsimple.
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience working in the crypto/blockchain industry with hands-on development experience.
- Deep familiarity with integrating DEXs, wallet providers, and smart contract protocols.
- Strong understanding of blockchain fundamentals, including transaction mechanics, gas optimization, and security considerations.
- Experience with Ethereum and other major blockchain networks, including Layer 2 solutions.
- Working knowledge of smart contract development and interaction (EVM/SVM).
- Knowledge of DeFi protocols, AMMs, and decentralized exchange mechanisms.
- Understanding of crypto security best practices, including key management and multi-signature implementations.
- Experience with Web3 libraries and tools (ethers.js, web3.js, etc.).
- Solid background in full stack development with languages and frameworks like React, React Native, Ruby on Rails, Java, Kotlin, or Python.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate the rapidly evolving crypto landscape.
- Passion for decentralized finance and its potential to democratize financial services.
Technical Stack
- Blockchains: Ethereum, Layer 2 solutions, EVM, SVM
- Web3 Tools: ethers.js, web3.js
- Languages/Frameworks: React, React Native, Ruby on Rails, Java, Kotlin, Python
Team & Environment
You will join our Crypto team, part of Wealthsimple's expansion into decentralized finance. We are a high-bar, fast-paced team where people are trusted to own their work, communicate openly, and ship things that improve our clients’ lives.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: CAD $151,200 - $189,000 + equity.
- Top-tier health benefits and life insurance.
- Long-term group savings with employer match using Wealthsimple for Business platform.
- 20 vacation days + 4 wellness days per year, and unlimited sick and mental health days.
- 90 days away program: Employees can work outside of Canada for up to 90 days per calendar year.
- A wide variety of peer and company-led Employee Resource Groups.
Work Mode
This is a remote-first position open to candidates in North America.
At Wealthsimple, we are building products for a diverse world and we need a diverse team to do that successfully. We strongly encourage applications from everyone regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.
