Talent Pool - Blockchain, Blockchain (Smart Contracts)
About This Role
1inch is on a mission to deliver financial freedom through DeFi — giving users and builders the self-custody, security, and seamless experience needed to unlock the real value of digital assets. Our protocols and APIs serve as core infrastructure across the broader web3 and decentralized ecosystem. By joining our talent pool, you position yourself to be first in line when our next smart contract engineering opportunity opens up.
What You'll Be Doing
Designing, writing, and auditing secure smart contracts that power decentralized trading and liquidity protocols
Architecting and optimizing core blockchain infrastructure used across the DeFi industry
Collaborating with cross-functional teams of protocol engineers, researchers, and security experts
Identifying and resolving vulnerabilities in distributed ledger systems before they reach production
Contributing to the evolution of 1inch's APIs and on-chain protocols
Staying ahead of emerging trends in crypto, decentralized systems, and smart contract tooling
What We're Looking For
Proven experience developing and deploying smart contracts (Solidity or equivalent)
Deep understanding of blockchain fundamentals, consensus mechanisms, and distributed systems design
Strong grasp of DeFi protocols, trading mechanics, and on-chain security best practices
Ability to move fast, think critically, and solve complex technical challenges independently
Excellent communication skills for collaborating with distributed, global teams
A genuine passion for crypto ownership, decentralization, and financial empowerment
Bonus Points
Experience contributing to open-source blockchain or web3 projects
Familiarity with Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) internals and gas optimization techniques
Background in smart contract auditing or formal verification
Active participation in DeFi communities, hackathons, or protocol governance
Why Join Us
Be part of a team building core infrastructure for the entire DeFi ecosystem
Fully remote, flexible work culture that values autonomy and impact
Competitive compensation with opportunities tied to industry-leading crypto innovation
Continuous learning alongside some of the sharpest minds in blockchain engineering
Early access to future roles as 1inch continues to scale its decentralized protocols
Requirements
Your mission This is not an active vacancy. Instead, we're building a network of exceptional Blockchain Engineers (Smart Contracts) who have successfully completed our interview process and are ready to join 1inch when new positions become available. Our engineering needs evolve rapidly, and we're always looking to connect with exceptional smart contract developers who want to help shape the future of DeFi. We look for engineers with a high-agency, "Get Stuff Done" mindset and an unrelenting passion for decentralised innovation. We also embrace AI as a force multiplier for engineering, and value developers who thoughtfully leverage AI-powered tools to accelerate development, improve code quality, and solve complex technical challenges. Successful candidates who pass the interview process will join our Pre-Qualified Talent Network. This means that when a suitable position becomes available, you'll be among the first people we consider, allowing us to move quickly through the final hiring stages and, where appropriate, straight to an offer. What you'll do Contribute to the design and optimisation of scalable, secure, and high-performance blockchain architectures Develop, integrate, test, and maintain smart contracts and decentralised protocol components Conduct technical research and support proof-of-concept initiatives for new blockchain and DeFi features Contribute to cross-chain interoperability solutions, including bridging and atomic swap mechanisms Improve execution efficiency and optimise smart contract logic for gas consumption and performance Collaborate with engineering and security teams to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen protocol reliability Participate in code reviews, testing, CI/CD workflows, and engineering best practices Work closely with cross-functional teams to support successful product delivery and continuous improvement Who you are Professional experience building and operating backend systems in production environments Strong proficiency in Golang, Typescript or another backend/systems programming language with practical concurrency and performance knowledge Solid understanding of system design fundamentals including services, data flows, reliability, and maintainability Familiarity with blockchain platforms, smart contracts, transaction handling, and on-chain integrations Experience working with containerised services and modern deployment practices Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in fast-paced engineering environments Ability to balance technical quality, scalability, and operational reliability At senior level, experience owning projects end-to-end and contributing to architectural decision-making Nice to haves Experience contributing to open-source blockchain or Web3 projects Familiarity with zero-knowledge technologies or rollup architectures Experience building distributed systems or low-latency infrastructure Understanding of blockchain infrastructure automation and deployment tooling Experience working in high-growth startup or scale-up environments
About 1inch
1inch is at the forefront of the decentralized finance (DeFi) revolution, building innovative solutions that empower users with greater control and efficiency over their digital assets. As a leading DEX aggregator, we specialize in developing sophisticated algorithms that scour multiple decentralized exchanges to find and execute optimal trading paths, ensuring the best possible prices and lowest fees for our users. Our mission is to make DeFi accessible, secure, and highly performant for everyone, contributing to a more open and transparent financial future. Our culture at 1inch is driven by a passion for cutting-edge technology, constant innovation, and a collaborative spirit. We foster an environment in Dubai where brilliant minds can thrive, tackle complex challenges, and contribute directly to the evolution of Web3. We value independent thinking, proactive problem-solving, and a commitment to excellence, encouraging our teams to push boundaries and redefine what's possible in the blockchain space. Joining 1inch means becoming part of a dynamic, globally distributed team that is shaping the future of finance. We offer unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, allowing you to work on impactful projects with a direct influence on our product and community. If you are eager to make an indelible mark in blockchain technology and decentralized finance, and want to contribute to an organization that values innovation and impact, explore our open positions and build the future with 1inch.
Ready to Apply?
To submit your application for this position, please visit 1inch's official website and follow their application process.