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Chaos Labs builds technology that makes markets safer and more accessible. Our risk management systems, oracles, and AI models secure billions in value while democratizing access to world-class financial tools. Our platform is trusted by leading protocols, including Aave, GMX, dYdX, Venus, Jupiter, and others, to manage and secure billions of dollars in assets.

Reporting directly to the Innovation Lead, we are looking for a talented DeFi Market Analyst to join our team and help shape the future of decentralized finance.

Responsibilities:

• Perform research into emerging protocols, tokens, and ecosystems to expand trading capabilities and identify high-impact opportunities.
• Conduct in-depth post-trade and quantitative performance analysis to surface trends, inefficiencies, and actionable insights.
• Design, implement, and scale operational workflows, controls, and automation frameworks to improve execution quality and efficiency.
• Analyze the DeFi incentivization landscape and provide actionable recommendations around best practices in different contexts.
• Develop Growth & Incentive Analytics to accurately track and optimize incentive performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality outputs.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and innovation of our platform.

• Proven experience in DeFi research, yield generation, DeFi incentive program management, or a related field, with a preference for candidates with DeFi space exposure.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of clearly compiling and presenting analysis findings.
• The ability to work with blockchain data tools such as Allium, Dune, and Subgraphs.
• Comfortable running and modifying Python scripts, and capable of writing basic Python scripts for data fetching and normalization for analysis purposes.
• Team player with the ability to work with clients and internal teams to refine product offerings.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for DeFi and blockchain technology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Based in NYC with the ability to work from our Brooklyn office, or the ability to work remotely in the USA, with travel up to 30% of the year to collaborate in person with the team.
• A strong personal interest in DeFi, with a proactive mindset and continuous drive to stay at the forefront of protocol developments, yield opportunities, and strategic differentiation.
• A background in trading, including experience building models and a deep understanding of derivatives, pricing, financial markets, and systems.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Knowledge of DeFi protocols and financial markets is highly desirable.
• Experience in writing Python scripts and functions to fetch and normalize data to support research activities.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Our Perks:

• Paid Time Off – 21 vacation days + 7 sick days + 8 observed U.S. company holidays
• Health Coverage – 100% employer-paid options (medical, dental & vision) for you and your dependents
• FSA / HSA Options – depending on selected health insurance plan
• Parental Leave – thoughtful policy to support your family needs
• Wellness Programs – OneMedical, Teladoc, Talkspace, and EAP
• Career Growth – opportunities in a rapidly expanding, global technology company with personalized professional development
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefits
• Compensation & Equity – competitive package aligned with growth and merit

Salary and seniority level commensurate with experience (range: $120,000-$150,000)