Building Tomorrow, Today

We're looking for passionate builders and engineers who believe in financial inclusion, digital freedom, and the power of blockchain to transform lives. Currently building on Avalanche with plans to expand to Layer 2 solutions.

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Global Impact

Build products used by millions across Africa, Middle East, India & South America

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Cutting Edge

Work with the latest blockchain technology and DeFi protocols

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Innovation

Shape the future of decentralized finance from the ground up

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Purpose

Make a real difference in financial inclusion and economic empowerment

Current Openings

Founding Protocol Engineer / Head of Protocol Engineering
Full-time Local (Pref)/Remote Founding Level Pending Funding

Lead our protocol development from conception to production as our founding protocol engineer. You'll productionise our core protocol, manage future development roadmaps, and prepare our systems for open-source release. This is a foundational role for someone who wants to shape the future of decentralized finance infrastructure.

Requirements:

  • 7+ years of blockchain/protocol development experience
  • Expert-level Solidity development with production DeFi experience
  • Deep experience with Avalanche ecosystem and development
  • Proven track record of leading protocol development from 0 to 1
  • Experience with Layer 2 solutions (Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, Polygon)
  • Smart contract security expertise and audit management
  • Experience with cross-chain protocols and bridge development
  • Strong understanding of tokenomics and DeFi protocol design
  • Experience preparing protocols for open-source release
  • Leadership experience managing engineering teams
  • Knowledge of mobile money systems and traditional finance integration

Nice to Have:

  • Previous founding engineer experience at DeFi protocols
  • Experience with African financial systems and mobile money APIs
  • Contributions to major open-source DeFi projects
  • Experience with regulatory compliance in multiple jurisdictions
  • Knowledge of oracle networks and price feed integrations
  • Experience with MEV protection and transaction optimization
  • Understanding of institutional DeFi and custody solutions
  • Experience with governance token design and DAO structures
  • Background in traditional financial infrastructure
  • Experience with emerging market fintech solutions
Mobile Developer (Kotlin, React Native)
Full-time Remote Mid-Senior Level Pending Funding

Build beautiful, intuitive mobile applications that make blockchain technology accessible to millions of users across emerging markets. Focus on creating seamless user experiences for complex financial operations.

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of mobile app development experience
  • Proficiency in React Native or Kotlin/Swift
  • Experience with mobile payment integrations
  • Understanding of mobile security best practices
  • Experience with offline-first mobile applications
  • Knowledge of blockchain wallet integration

Preferred:

  • Experience with African mobile money APIs (M-Pesa, etc.)
  • Knowledge of Web3 mobile development
  • Experience with biometric authentication
  • Understanding of low-bandwidth optimization
Product Manager - DeFi Applications
Full-time Hybrid Senior Level Pending Funding

Drive product strategy and execution for our suite of DeFi applications. Work closely with engineering, design, and business teams to deliver products that solve real-world financial challenges in emerging markets.

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of product management experience
  • Deep understanding of DeFi and blockchain technology
  • Experience with financial products and services
  • Strong analytical and data-driven decision making skills
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams
  • Understanding of emerging market dynamics

Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience in African or emerging markets
  • Background in fintech or mobile money
  • Understanding of regulatory compliance in multiple jurisdictions
  • Experience with user research and product discovery
DevOps/Security Engineer
Full-time Local (Pref)/Remote Senior Level Pending Funding

Lead our infrastructure scaling initiatives and smart contract security efforts. You'll build robust, scalable systems that can handle millions of users while ensuring the highest security standards for our DeFi protocols and user funds.

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of DevOps/Infrastructure experience in high-scale environments
  • 3+ years of blockchain infrastructure and node operations
  • Expert knowledge of Avalanche network and validator operations
  • Experience with Layer 2 infrastructure (Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, Polygon)
  • Smart contract security auditing and vulnerability assessment
  • Proficiency with Docker, Kubernetes, and multi-cloud deployments
  • Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible)
  • Advanced monitoring, logging, and alerting systems (Prometheus, Grafana)
  • CI/CD pipeline design and security integration
  • Network security, firewall management, and intrusion detection
  • Experience with high-availability database systems and replication
  • Knowledge of financial systems compliance and regulatory requirements

Nice to Have:

  • CISSP, CISM, or similar security certifications
  • Experience with DeFi protocol security and incident response
  • Knowledge of MEV protection and transaction security
  • Experience with multi-signature wallet infrastructure
  • Background in traditional financial infrastructure security
  • Experience with mobile money system integrations
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance in multiple jurisdictions
  • Experience with disaster recovery and business continuity planning
  • Understanding of cryptographic protocols and key management
  • Experience with bug bounty programs and security research
DevOps Engineer - Blockchain Infrastructure
Full-time Remote Senior Level Pending Funding

Build and maintain the infrastructure that powers our DeFi applications. Ensure high availability, security, and scalability of our Avalanche nodes, APIs, and backend services across multiple blockchain networks.

Requirements:

  • 4+ years of DevOps/Infrastructure experience
  • Experience with Avalanche blockchain node operations
  • Knowledge of Layer 2 solutions (Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, Polygon)
  • Proficiency with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms
  • Strong knowledge of monitoring and logging systems
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation
  • Understanding of blockchain security best practices
  • Experience with high-throughput, low-latency systems

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with Avalanche subnets and custom blockchain deployments
  • Knowledge of DeFi protocol deployments and upgrades
  • Experience with cross-chain bridge infrastructure
  • Understanding of financial systems compliance
  • Experience with mobile money API integrations
  • Knowledge of emerging market infrastructure challenges

Why Join Digitalyze Labs?

🌟 Competitive Package

  • Competitive salary
  • Performance bonuses
  • Token allocation opportunities
  • Health & dental insurance
  • Professional development budget

🏡 Collaborative Environment

  • Direct, interactive work culture
  • Immersive team collaboration
  • Flexible working hours
  • Annual team retreats
  • Modern office facilities

🚀 Growth & Learning

  • Conference & training budget
  • Mentorship programs
  • Open source contribution time
  • Cross-team collaboration
  • Leadership development

Our Values in Action

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Engineering Excellence

We build systems that work reliably at scale

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Global Impact

Every line of code serves millions of users

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Inclusive Culture

Diverse perspectives make better products

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Innovation

We're not afraid to experiment and iterate

Application Process

We believe in a fair, transparent hiring process that respects your time and showcases your skills.

1

Application

Submit your CV and cover letter via email

2

Initial Screen

30-minute call to discuss your background and interests

3

Technical Interview

Deep dive into your technical skills and problem-solving

4

Team Fit

Meet the team and discuss culture and collaboration

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Offer

Reference checks and competitive offer package

Ready to Apply?

Send your CV and cover letter to careers@digitalyzelabs.com

Include the position title in your subject line and tell us why you're excited about building the future of decentralized finance.