Remote Smart Contract Engineer

UMA is the canonical source of truth that blockchains use to verify real-world data. The position is for a Jr. Smart Contract Engineer to join the UMA protocol team. The role involves working on the core Optimistic Oracle (OO) and products like oSnap and Oval. Responsibilities include researching and developing protocol upgrades and new financial concepts. The engineer will implement smart contract designs focusing on security, simplicity, ease of use, and gas-efficiency. Code review and mentorship are essential, with an emphasis on collaborative open-source contributions. The role requires writing off-chain code to interact with and manage smart contracts, ensuring high correctness, efficiency, and antifragility. The company values a keen ability to learn and apply new concepts quickly, with a focus on personal growth. Language experience is less important than the ability to learn quickly; the tech stack includes Typescript, Solidity, and GCP.