Canada Remote (Global) CAD 151,200 - 189,000 Yearly

Wealthsimple is hiring a Senior Software Developer

About the Role

Shape the future of decentralized finance by building foundational crypto infrastructure for a growing global user base. In this role, you'll lead the development of non-custodial blockchain products that prioritize user ownership, security, and seamless interaction with decentralized networks.

What You'll Do

  • Design and implement on-chain solutions that give users full autonomy over their cryptocurrency holdings
  • Integrate with decentralized exchanges, wallet ecosystems, and DeFi protocols to expand product capabilities
  • Improve existing custodial offerings by broadening asset support and refining functionality
  • Work across blockchain layers and networks, including Ethereum and Layer 2 platforms, to deliver scalable experiences
  • Collaborate with product, design, and engineering teams to bring intuitive crypto features to market
  • Help define technical standards and security practices for blockchain development across the organization

What We're Looking For

  • Professional experience in blockchain development with a focus on smart contracts and decentralized systems
  • Familiarity with Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) and Solana Virtual Machine (SVM) environments
  • Solid grasp of blockchain fundamentals such as transaction lifecycle, gas efficiency, and cryptographic security
  • Hands-on work with Web3 tools like ethers.js or web3.js
  • Background in full-stack development using React, React Native, Ruby on Rails, Java, Kotlin, or Python
  • Understanding of DeFi mechanisms including automated market makers and decentralized exchange protocols
  • Commitment to secure key management practices and multi-signature architectures
  • Ability to solve complex technical challenges in a fast-moving, evolving ecosystem
  • Passion for open financial systems and decentralized technologies

Technology Environment

You'll work with modern blockchain tools and frameworks including ethers.js, web3.js, Ethereum, Layer 2 networks, EVM, SVM, and frontend and backend technologies such as React, React Native, Ruby on Rails, Java, Kotlin, and Python.

Benefits & Work Environment

  • Comprehensive health and life insurance coverage
  • Employer-matched long-term savings through a company platform
  • 20 vacation days plus 4 dedicated wellness days annually, with unlimited sick and mental health leave
  • Remote-first culture with team members across North America
  • Opportunity to work outside Canada for up to 90 days per year
  • Employee-led resource groups supporting inclusion and community, including groups for LGBTQ+, women, and Black professionals

Compensation

Base salary range: CAD $151,200 – $189,000, with equity included. Exceptional contributors may be compensated above this range, and earnings can grow quickly based on impact.

Our Culture

We value collaboration, technical excellence, and open dialogue. Our environment is fast-moving, inclusive, and driven by a shared commitment to quality and innovation. We believe diverse perspectives are essential to building products that serve a global audience.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities. Everyone is encouraged to apply, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.

Required Skills
EthereumLayer 2 solutionsEVMSVMethers.jsweb3.jsReactReact NativeRuby on RailsJavaDEX integrationwallet providerssmart contract protocolsblockchain fundamentalsgas optimization ReactReact NativeRuby on RailsJavaEthereumLayer 2 solutionsEVMSVMsmart contractsweb3.jsethers.jsblockchain developmentDEX integrationwallet integrationgas optimization
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Wealthsimple
Wealthsimple is a fintech company on a mission to help everyone achieve financial freedom by reimagining money management. Using smart technology, it makes financial services transparent and low-cost. It is the largest fintech company in Canada, with 3+ million users and over $100 billion in assets.
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Department Software Development
Category fullstack
Posted 3 months ago