DeFi Ecosystem Analyst

Fidelity Investments•Boston, MA

2d•$97,000 - $185,000

About The Position

This role connects external DeFi engagement with internal research and intelligence, acting as a bridge between a rapidly evolving ecosystem and Fidelity Digital Assets® product framework. You will build and maintain strong protocol knowledge and deliver actionable insights that support strategic decisions. We’re looking for someone who brings curiosity, analytical thinking, and a collaborative mindset. In this role, you’ll continuously monitor the DeFi landscape and contribute high‑quality research that helps shape our future roadmap.

Requirements

Experience working with DeFi protocols such as DEXs, lending, or derivatives platforms
Familiarity with on‑chain analytics tools (e.g., Dune Analytics, DeFiLlama, etc.)
Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience building trust and credibility in crypto‑native or technical environments
Comfort working independently while collaborating across teams
2–5 years of experience in digital assets, DeFi, fintech, or a related field
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related area

Nice To Haves

Experience at crypto‑native organizations or research firms
Programming or scripting skills (Python, SQL)

Responsibilities

Maintain a structured watchlist of DeFi protocols, tracking metrics, governance activity, risks, and smart contract upgrades
Identify, escalate and summarize security events, exploits, and ecosystem risks
Track incentive programs, token distributions, and yield opportunities relevant to institutional participation
Analyze protocol tokenomics, revenue models, and sustainability using on‑chain data and analytics tools
Share regular updates on ecosystem trends, emerging themes, and competitive developments
Write internal research memos on emerging DeFi primitives and themes
Conduct competitive analysis to support investment and product theses
Collaborate with quantitative researchers to develop evaluation metrics
Support due diligence through technical analysis, risk assessment, and market intelligence
Build relationships with protocol teams, developers, and ecosystem contributors
Prepare post‑conference summaries and intelligence notes for internal teams
Maintain accurate records of interactions and insights using CRM tools