Principal Software Developer Crypto
@ Wealthsimple

Hybrid
CA$150,000
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Posted 9 hours ago

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Overview

The Principal Software Developer Crypto at Wealthsimple is a key leadership role responsible for building non-custodial crypto infrastructure from scratch. Working at the intersection of fintech and decentralized finance (DeFi), you will drive the design and development of secure, scalable, and user-friendly crypto products.

About Wealthsimple and the Crypto Team

Wealthsimple is Canada’s largest fintech, committed to making financial services transparent and affordable. The Crypto team is pioneering decentralized finance by building user-first, non-custodial products, leveraging cutting-edge blockchain technology.

Role Responsibilities

  • Lead design and architecture of on-chain crypto products
  • Integrate with DEXs, DeFi protocols, and wallet providers
  • Strategize improvements for existing custodial crypto offerings
  • Pioneer adoption of new blockchain technologies
  • Collaborate and mentor cross-functional teams
  • Establish technical standards and best practices

What You’ll Bring

  • Extensive experience in crypto/blockchain development and leadership
  • Deep familiarity with DEXs, wallet integrations, and smart contracts
  • Expertise in Ethereum, Layer 2 solutions, and blockchain fundamentals
  • Strong background in backend development (Ruby, Java, Kotlin, Python)
  • Proven ability to enhance security and scalability in blockchain environments

Perks and Benefits

  • Competitive salary and top-tier health benefits
  • Retirement savings matching plan
  • Generous vacation, sick, and mental health days
  • Professional development budgets
  • Remote-first work model with international work opportunities

Key skills/competency

  • Crypto
  • Blockchain
  • DeFi
  • Smart Contracts
  • DEX
  • Backend
  • Ethereum
  • Security
  • Scalability
  • Leadership
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How to Get Hired at Wealthsimple

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Wealthsimple's culture: Understand mission, values, and recent achievements.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight blockchain, crypto, and leadership skills.
  • Showcase technical expertise: Emphasize smart contracts and DeFi experience.
  • Prepare for technical interviews: Review blockchain fundamentals and integration cases.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review blockchain fundamentals and transaction mechanics.
Study smart contract development and auditing techniques.
Practice coding with Web3 libraries and backend languages.
Analyze decentralized protocol integration case studies.

Behavioral Questions

Discuss past leadership in tech projects.
Explain handling rapid industry changes effectively.
Share experiences mentoring diverse technical teams.
Describe conflict resolution in high-pressure environments.

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