Job Title: Senior Software Engineer - Cross-Chain Intent-Driven DEX Company Name: MLabs Job Url: https://apply.workable.com/mlabs/j/AE1FD4D775/?jr_id=69ca68e2466f1e133aac3968 Job Description: Description Senior Software Engineer - Cross-Chain Intent-Driven DEX Headquarters: Gibraltar Remote | Full-time Compensation:  $140K - $160K Our client is a pioneering technology firm developing advanced solutions to enable seamless cross-chain interactions within an automated, intent-driven world. By connecting AI, services, and financial applications, the organization designs intent-driven liquidity layers where smart contracts, AI agents, and blockchain networks synchronize in real-time. With deep expertise in AI, cryptography, and decentralized finance (DeFi), the team is redefining how intelligent agents interact across global networks. The organization is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to contribute to the improvement and maintenance of innovative decentralized applications (DApps) within the NEAR ecosystem. This role is ideal for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and is motivated by the prospect of building ground-up solutions at an early project stage. The position focuses on developing a high-performance frontend and an SDK for a cross-chain decentralized exchange (DEX) utilizing multi-party computation, chain signatures, secure enclaves, and intent-based architecture. A primary goal of this role is to bridge the gaps between EVM and non-EVM chains, requiring a profound understanding of Web3 technologies. Key Responsibilities User Experience Excellence: Ensure that precise financial instruments are intuitive, easy to use, and clearly understood by the end user. Performance Engineering: Optimize every millisecond of user interactions to provide a "blazing-fast" experience. Observability: Implement deep tracing and observability across user flows to monitor system health and transaction success. Developer Enablement: Design and build the best possible SDK for other DApps to integrate and utilize. State Management: Design, test, and implement highly resilient state machines for managing Request for Quote (RFQ) processes. Full-Lifecycle Engineering: Bridge the gap between business requirements and technical implementation, defining both the aesthetic and functional aspects of the application. Interview Process Recruiter / HR Call Hiring Manager Interview Technical Interview Final Interview Requirements Professional Experience: 10+ years of experience as a software engineer with a proven track record of shipping high-quality products. Web3 Expertise: Deep familiarity with cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies, specifically the ability to bridge EVM and non-EVM ecosystems. Design & UI/UX: A strong sense for design and UI/UX with the ability to code for multiple target form factors (mobile, tablet, desktop). Product Delivery: Proven experience in building functional, effective, and production-grade platforms. Technical Standards: Strong attention to detail with a commitment to writing clean, organized, and maintainable code. Collaboration: The ability to effectively collaborate with coworkers across multiple time zones in a high-velocity startup environment. Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a closely related field. Technical Stack The successful candidate will work with the following technologies: Frontend: React, Next.js, React Native Language: TypeScript State & Logic: Xstate Web3/Wallet Tooling: Wagmi Content Management: DatoCMS Benefits Our client fosters a culture of excellence and purposeful innovation. Joining this team offers the opportunity to: Work alongside a team of smart, professional, result-oriented, and collaborative individuals. Participate in early-stage projects where individual contributions directly shape the future of decentralized finance. Engage in a "startup mode" environment that values creativity, agility, and a strong sense of purpose. Contribute to a mission centered on building a decentralized future where financial systems are open, transparent, and accessible to everyone globally. Due to the high volume of applications we anticipate, we regret that we are unable to provide individual feedback to all candidates. If you do not hear back from us within 4 weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. We genuinely appreciate your interest and wish you the best in your job search. Commitment to Equality and Accessibility: At MLabs, we are committed to offer equal opportunities to all candidates. 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