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Odos - Director of Engineering at deCircle
Job Description
Odos (odos.xyz) is a smart order routing (SOR) solution that allows users to trade digital assets across decentralized exchanges. Launched in May 2022, Odos is available on 15 EVM chains and uses a patented algorithm to deliver the best swap rates to retail and institutional traders. Our multi-token swap feature allows users to trade many tokens in a single atomic transaction, and our newly launched intent based order types are leading the way in advancing the Web3 user experience. We are a SOC2 Type 2 company and headquartered in Los Altos, CA (SF Bay Area).
About the RoleAs an Engineering Leader, you will be responsible for leading, mentoring, and scaling a small but high-impact engineering team (8-10 engineers). You will ensure technical excellence, execution efficiency, and alignment with Odos' strategic objectives. This role requires a hands on leader who can manage projects, optimize workflows, and maintain a high bar for quality and performance in a fast-paced DeFi environment.
- 10+ years of engineering experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role (Engineering Manager, Lead Engineer, or Director).
- Proven track record managing and scaling high performing engineering teams (frontend, backend, and infra).
- Deep expertise in Python (FastAPI), React/Next.js, Solidity, and AWS.
- Infrastructure and cloud engineering expertise (AWS, Terraform, Kubernetes, CI/CD).
- Database management (PostgreSQL, Redis) and experience optimizing queries for large scale applications.
- Frontend development with strong React, Tailwind CSS, and Web3 integrations.
- Strong understanding of smart contract security, audits, and best practices.
- Ability to balance strategic decision making with hands on execution.
- Expertise in DevOps, software development processes, and agile methodologies.
- Strong communication skills to coordinate between technical and non technical teams.
- Ability to work in a fast paced startup environment with shifting priorities.
Typical senior pay: $168k for Architectural and Engineering Managers nationally
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