Cumberland Labs

DeFi

• Build systems to read high-volume, low-latency data from blockchains.
• Send and manage transactions in performance-sensitive environments.
• Design, implement, and deploy production smart contracts on Solana or EVM environments.
• Contribute to end-to-end exchange, execution, and data-pipeline architecture.
• Comfortable making decisions with imperfect information, handling trade-offs, and delivering working systems on tight timelines.
• Reliable high-speed internet and a suitable workstation setup for sustained development and communication.

DeFi Engineer

• Build systems to read high-volume, low-latency data from blockchains.
• Send and manage transactions in performance-sensitive environments.
• Design, implement, and deploy production smart contracts on Solana or EVM environments.
• Contribute to end-to-end exchange, execution, and data-pipeline architecture.
• You should be comfortable making decisions with imperfect information, handling trade-offs, and delivering working systems on tight timelines. We value engineers who can prioritise what matters, move quickly, and get things shipped.

Chief Technology Officer

• Define, own, and evolve the end-to-end technical vision for a next-generation perpetual DEX on Solana.
• Architect and build core protocol components, including smart contracts, matching and risk engines, and off-chain infrastructure.
• Ensure performance, security, and scalability through strong system design and robust engineering practices.
• Drive the product from concept to mainnet: MVP build, audits, deployment, and iterative scaling.
• Collaborate with product, trading, and design teams to rapidly experiment, refine, and deliver features that achieve product-market fit.
• Integrate seamlessly with key Solana ecosystem partners: oracles, liquidity providers, and tooling protocols.
• Stay ahead of advancements in Solana, DeFi infrastructure, and performance engineering.
• Lead R&D on liquidity models, execution architecture, and risk systems that push the limits of decentralized trading.
• Engage with open-source contributors, auditors, and the broader Solana community to strengthen the protocol and brand.

Business Operations

• Develop and implement operational strategies to drive efficiency, scalability, and effectiveness across all projects within Ergonia Labs.
• Translate strategic objectives into operational plans across business lines, including venture studio, trading, and protocol ventures.
• Lead Liaison with internal and external stakeholders, including DRW, Cumberland, legal advisors, vendors, and development partners.
• Oversee entity formation, banking infrastructure, ensuring alignment with legal, financial, and regulatory standards.
• Deliver clear operational reporting and actionable performance insights to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment between Finance, HR, and Legal to deliver on business goals.
• Optimize resource allocation to maximize performance and support strategic initiatives.
• Provide leadership through line management, coaching, and performance oversight, fostering a high-performing and accountable culture.

Head of Business Operations

Business Development Rep

• We’re seeking a Business Development Manager to drive partnership origination and deal execution across DeFi protocols, vault platforms, and liquidity infrastructure projects.
• You will represent Ergonia DeFi externally, building relationships with protocols, foundations, DAOs, and DeFi platforms to identify liquidity needs and structure bespoke market-making or liquidity provision partnerships.
• This role is highly strategic and externally facing: you’ll be the commercial bridge between Ergonia’s trading desk and the protocols we support.
• Partnership Origination: Originate and develop relationships with DeFi protocols, token projects, and DAOs seeking liquidity or trading expertise support.
• Deal Structuring: Design and negotiate liquidity partnerships, vault integrations, market-making arrangements, and custom capital deployment frameworks.
• Ecosystem Coverage: Map and prioritize emerging ecosystems, chains, and protocols where Ergonia can add value.
• Counterparty Engagement: Act as the main commercial contact for external partners — managing discussions from first call through execution and ongoing relationship management.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with Ergonia’s trading, strategy, and operations teams to translate partner goals into executable liquidity strategies.
• Market Intelligence: Track DeFi market trends, new protocol launches, and liquidity incentive structures to proactively identify deal opportunities.
• Representation: Represent Ergonia DeFi at industry events, conferences, and online communities, building brand presence and trust within the ecosystem.