Head of Risk

We’re looking for a Head of Risk to lead the Risk team and own the risk frameworks that govern one of the most important protocols in DeFi. You’ll coordinate with external risk service providers, set and monitor risk parameters, and serve as the final sign-off on collateral onboarding and liquidation performance. This is a leadership role that requires deep protocol knowledge, strong accountability, and the judgment to make high-stakes decisions.

You’ll lead a team of risk analysts, researchers, data scientists, and credit specialists while working across the organization and with external partners to ensure Aave’s risk posture remains best-in-class as the protocol scales into new markets and asset classes. If you understand market structure, portfolio risk management, and the Aave Protocol at a deep level, and you’re ready to take ownership of risk at scale, this role is designed for you.

• 5+ years of experience in risk management, with a strong preference for DeFi or crypto-native experience
• Proven experience leading and managing a risk team
• Deep understanding of the Aave Protocol: its markets, governance, parameters, and risk dynamics
• Strong grasp of market structure, portfolio risk management, and stress testing methodologies
• Experience working with or managing external risk service providers
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership. You take responsibility for outcomes and hold your team to the same standard
• Excellent judgment under uncertainty. You’re comfortable making consequential decisions with imperfect information
• Strong communication skills for governance proposals, risk reports, and stakeholder alignment