Senior SVM Engineer

Veda Labs.

SVM Engineer responsible for designing and optimizing smart contracts and DeFi protocols on Solana. Focused on security and performance for financial applications in the DeFi space.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing smart contracts and DeFi protocols on the Solana Virtual Machine, with a strong focus on security, optimization, and scalability. Proficient in Rust programming and knowledgeable about blockchain security best practices and financial concepts in decentralized finance.

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SVM Smart Contract DevelopmentRust ProgrammingDeFi Protocol DevelopmentSolana Virtual Machine ArchitectureBlockchain Security Best Practices

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Hard Skills

Smart Contract DevelopmentDeFi ProtocolsRust ProgrammingSolana Virtual MachineCryptographic PrinciplesOn-Chain Security PatternsVault ArchitecturesTesting and DebuggingScalability SolutionsTransaction Cost Optimization

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving AttitudeCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Solana Program LibraryDeFi Ecosystem Tools

Industry Keywords

Decentralized FinanceAsset ManagementYield StrategiesCross-Protocol CompatibilityFinancial Concepts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

RustVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop smart contracts and DeFi protocols on the Solana Virtual Machine
Build and optimize secure vault systems for asset management and yield strategies
Collaborate with security teams to ensure protocols are protected against exploits
Integrate with existing DeFi protocols and establish cross-protocol compatibility
Optimize code for Solana's parallel execution environment
Conduct thorough testing and debugging of smart contracts
Research and implement innovative solutions to improve scalability and reduce transaction costs
Stay current with the latest developments in the Solana ecosystem and DeFi space
Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience building, deploying, and maintaining SVM smart contracts in production
Strong programming experience in Rust
Deep understanding of Solana and low-level SVM concepts
Thorough understanding of the Solana Virtual Machine architecture and its constraints
Experience building DeFi protocols (lending, trading, yield farming, etc.)
Knowledge of cryptographic principles and blockchain security best practices
Familiarity with Solana Program Library (SPL) and ecosystem tools
Understanding of vault architectures in DeFi contexts
Experience with on-chain security patterns and common vulnerabilities
Solid grasp of financial concepts as they apply to decentralized finance
Problem-solving attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary plus equity
comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance in the US