DeFi Risk Analyst

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November 4

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We partner with disruptive organizations to help identify and attract talent. A boutique recruitment agency that focuses on blockchain and web3. We enjoy networking with Web3 and decentralization enthusiasts and help them find their place in the decentralized world.

1 - 10 employees

Founded 2019

📋 Description

• Conduct in-depth risk assessments of DeFi protocols (AMMs, lending markets, bridges, LSTs, etc.) being considered for collateral onboarding • Analyze smart contract, liquidity, counterparty, and market risks across protocols and assets • Develop and refine risk models and frameworks for evaluating new collateral types (on-chain and off-chain) • Collaborate with engineers and governance participants to present risk evaluations, dashboards, and scenario analyses • Monitor the ongoing performance and risk exposure of existing collateral types • Produce clear, data-driven reports and recommendations for governance and internal stakeholders • Stay ahead of DeFi trends, exploits, and evolving risk practices, incorporating learnings into Sky’s risk frameworks

🎯 Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in risk management, DeFi analysis, or financial research • Strong understanding of DeFi protocols and primitives: DEXs, lending markets, liquid staking, collateralized stablecoins, bridges • Familiarity with smart contract risks (audits, known exploits, systemic vulnerabilities) • Proficiency with on-chain data analysis (e.g., Dune, Flipside, Nansen, or direct node/graph queries) • Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills, with the ability to translate findings into clear risk recommendations • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for governance and internal reporting

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation (salary + token incentives) • Remote-first culture with flexible working arrangements • Opportunity to shape the risk management backbone