VP of Engineering

LI.FI is simplifying multi-chain DeFi for traditional financial institutions, fintechs and service providers by offering a unified API to access all on-chain liquidity across major blockchains for best price same-chain and cross-chain swaps. We are a passionate team on a mission to enable a fairer, more decentralised world. Apart from the tech, we care a lot about user experience and aim to make complex technologies accessible to everyone.

A quick run-down of the job

We are seeking a VP of Engineering who will play a pivotal role in driving cross-team R&D projects, overseeing MVPs and POCs, and solving large-scale technical challenges within our infrastructure. You will be responsible for addressing our tech debt by spearheading key refactoring projects (e.g., optimizing routing for cross-ecosystem support) and leading the design and implementation of critical tools (e.g., a secure smart contract deployment toolchain). In addition, you will oversee the outsourcing process for MVPs and POCs to ensure timely and effective execution.

This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise across various domains, and a passion for innovation. You will collaborate with engineering leads, product teams, and leadership to ensure alignment on strategy and execution. You will report directly to the CTO.

Please note: This role requires you to be located in EMEA region. Your application will not be considered otherwise.

What you’ll do

• Lead cross-team R&D projects aimed at creating innovative solutions, from MVPs to full-scale product implementations

• Oversee the outsourcing process of MVPs and POCs to ensure quality and efficiency

• Identify and solve large-scale infrastructure problems across the company, focusing on scalability, security, and performance

• Take charge of strategic initiatives to reduce technical debt, such as refactoring systems for cross-ecosystem support and improving overall architecture

• Drive the design and implementation of tools for secure, efficient smart contract deployments

• Collaborate with engineering, product, and leadership teams to ensure alignment with long-term company goals

• Oversee the technical planning, execution, and delivery of projects, ensuring quality and efficiency at every stage

• Be an advocate for engineering best practices, including code reviews, CI/CD processes, and security

• Stay up-to-date with the latest in blockchain technology and help LI.FI adopt cutting-edge innovations

What makes a good candidate

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on blockchain or distributed systems

• Proven experience leading cross-functional engineering teams through complex projects (R&D, MVPs, and POCs)

• Ability to make ‘make or buy’ decisions confidently, balancing in-house and outsourced development to meet project goals

• Proficiency in TypeScript and a second, lower-level language like Rust or Go

• At least 3 years of production experience in crypto

• Prior experience in a DeFi or Web3 company

• Expertise in architecting scalable systems and solving large-scale infrastructure challenges

• Strong background in smart contract development and blockchain technology, including secure deployment practices

• Hands-on experience with managing tech debt and implementing system-wide refactoring plans

• Experience working with EVM and non-EVM ecosystems (e.g., Solana, Cosmos)

• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across teams and leadership

• Experience with agile development practices and driving engineering excellence

We encourage you to apply if you feel your experience and skills equip you for this job but are not listed here!

Company culture

• Embracing the differences

  • Embrace your own differences

  • Respect and welcome the unique qualities of others

  • See others’ differences as an opportunity to grow

• Own it, do it

  • Own tasks end-to-end

  • Hold yourself to a high bar for execution

  • Make bold decisions, and be accountable

  • Understand your limitations and seek for help

• Fail forward

  • Try - don’t be afraid to fail

  • Learn - don’t make the same mistake twice

  • Adapt - grow with the experience

• Have fun together

  • Take the time to get to know and understand each other better

  • Don’t take yourself too seriously and keep it light-hearted

  • Fun should be coming from a place of love and respect

What you’ll get

• Annual team offsites (Thailand was a blast at the beginning of 2023, Vietnam this year was blast-ier; let’s see what happens in 2025!)

• Flexible remote days

• Flexible working hours

• Equity participation from Day 1

• Entitlement to work computer (choice of equipment)

• An annual 1,000€ personal development budget once you have worked 6+ months (pro-rated the first year)

• A one-time 1,000€ remote budget to use on coworking, office setup, etc.

• 30 days of PTO

If you join us as an independent contractor, you’re only entitled to the first four benefits of this list.

Application process

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Li.Fi is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Join us in our dedication to fostering a workplace that values and respects each team member's unique contributions..

Shortlisted candidates will undergo a comprehensive interview process, including a people operations interview, a take-home assignment, a meet-the-team & founder interview, and a reference check.

For more information, visit our page detailing our hiring process!