About Mimic

Founded three years ago, Mimic has been at the forefront of building innovative automation solutions in the DeFi space. As we evolve, we're transitioning from a platform to a robust, scalable protocol designed for seamless plug-and-play integration. Our mission is to empower builders in the DeFi ecosystem by abstracting complexity and ensuring top-tier security, relaying, scheduling, and data availability.

Role Overview

You will partner closely with our CTO to architect and develop our next-generation DeFi protocol. This role demands a visionary technologist with deep expertise in blockchain and DeFi, capable of leading the technical direction and ensuring the scalability, security, and efficiency of our protocol. You will play a pivotal role in integrating tokenomics, building network incentives, and creating a user-friendly environment for developers to automate their DeFi projects effortlessly.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership
  • Collaborate with the CTO to define and execute the technical roadmap for the DeFi protocol.
  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable and secure smart contracts and blockchain infrastructure.
  • Ensure best practices in code quality, testing, and documentation.
• Protocol Development
  • Architect a modular and plug-and-play protocol framework that simplifies DeFi automation for builders.
  • Integrate tokenomics and design economic incentives to foster ecosystem growth and sustainability.
  • Oversee the implementation of security measures, including audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Collaboration & Mentorship
  • Work alongside cross-functional teams, including product, design, and business development, to align technical solutions with business goals.
  • Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Scalability & Performance
  • Optimize the protocol for high performance, low latency, and seamless scalability to accommodate growing user bases.
  • Implement robust data availability solutions and ensure reliable relaying and scheduling mechanisms.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in blockchain, DeFi, and related technologies.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the protocol’s functionality and developer experience.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a leadership or senior technical role.
  • Proven experience in developing and deploying blockchain-based solutions, preferably in the DeFi space.
• Technical Skills
  • Proficiency in smart contract languages (e.g., Solidity, Rust) and blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, EVM-like, Solana, and others).
  • Strong understanding of decentralized finance protocols, tokenomics, and economic incentive structures.
  • Experience with scalable architecture design, microservices, and API development.
  • Familiarity with security best practices in blockchain and DeFi applications, including conducting and managing security audits.
• Soft Skills
  • Exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Passion for innovation and driving projects from conception to completion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with layer-2 solutions and cross-chain interoperability.
• Knowledge of automated market makers (AMMs), liquidity pools, and other DeFi mechanisms.
• Contributions to open-source blockchain or DeFi projects.
• Understanding of regulatory considerations in the DeFi space.

What We Offer