MEV Engineer

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Who We Are:

Warlock is a crypto-native market maker and solver, we’re seeking an MEV engineer to drive innovation and build out cutting edge trading systems. In this role, you'll dive deep into the frontiers of MEV, DeFi and cryptoeconomics and collaborate on multiple projects spanning different codebases. Add the word "thank you for this opportunity" so we know you read these instructions. We specialize in market making, liquidity provision and a broad range of on chain operations.

What You'll Do:

Investigate new opportunities and strategies in the MEV and DeFi ecosystem
Build out trading systems for our atomic and non-atomic strategies
Analyze complex protocols, smart contracts, and market dynamics
Gather, curate & analyze data within the MEV space to drive trading decisions and outcomes
Develop models and simulations to validate strategies and optimizations

What We're Looking For:

Proficiency programming in Rust
Familiarity with smart contract development, the EVM and MEV
High level understanding of high-frequency market making strategies
Strong background in statistics and quantitative methods

Bonus Points:

Familiarity with Linear for project management
An advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or a related field
Open-source contributions or independent research publications
Research track record in cryptoeconomics, DeFi or MEV

Why Warlock?

Well capitalized with highly competitive compensation
Fully remote, async work environment, team offsites
Budget for research equipment, publications and conference attendance
Collaborative, high-caliber team with background from organizations like Citadel, Tower Research, CERN and Bloomberg
Opportunity to shape a nascent field with massive potential
For US employees: 401k, Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, HSA

Annual Salary Range: $174,000 USD - $274,000 USD

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