Senior Data Scientist, Blockchain at TRM Labs

United States

TRM Labs Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Financial IntelligenceIndustries

Requirements

  • Academic background in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, or Physics (advanced degree preferred)
  • 6+ years of experience working in an analytical role
  • Proven experience with at least one programming language (Python preferred) and comfortable developing code in a team environment (e.g., git, notebooks, testing)
  • Working knowledge of relational databases (e.g., SQL)
  • Ability to think about data in terms of statistical distributions and possess an analytics toolbox to find patterns in data and identify targets for performance
  • High tolerance for ambiguity, ability to find a way through, anticipate, connect, and synthesize

Responsibilities

  • Transform TRM’s intelligence into compelling, defensible narratives by uncovering patterns and connections across on-chain and off-chain data
  • Produce insights that inform TRM’s flagship reports and investigations, working closely with engineers, data scientists, and editors
  • Discover new intelligence, validate and extend TRM’s attribution, and communicate findings back into attribution pipelines and products
  • Push the frontier of blockchain attribution by designing and applying innovative techniques to surface hidden relationships across entities, transactions, and categories of interest
  • Uncover patterns in vast and complex networks to advance the science of blockchain intelligence
  • Build pipelines, models, and frameworks that generate timely, high-quality intelligence for internal teams and external stakeholders
  • Collaborate across disciplines with subject matter experts and engineers to validate heuristics, enhance attribution models, and operationalize new approaches into production systems
  • Identify new opportunities, propose bold ideas, and set standards for how intelligence is generated and consumed
  • Mentor and inspire peers, contributing to a culture of intellectual curiosity, rigor, and continuous improvement

Skills

Data Science
Blockchain Analysis
Attribution
Machine Learning
Network Analysis
Python
Analytics
Data Pipelines
Threat Intelligence
Investigations

TRM Labs

Blockchain intelligence for financial crime detection

About TRM Labs

TRM Labs focuses on blockchain intelligence to assist financial institutions, cryptocurrency businesses, and government agencies in identifying and investigating financial crimes and fraud related to cryptocurrencies. The company utilizes advanced data engineering, data science, and threat intelligence to provide tools and insights that help clients combat illicit activities in the crypto sector. TRM Labs serves a wide range of clients, including banks and regulatory bodies, and generates revenue through subscription-based services and customized solutions. Its goal is to enhance the security and integrity of the global financial system by offering comprehensive blockchain analytics and investigative capabilities.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$146MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, FintechIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
Annual Company Offsite
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Increased scrutiny in the UK could affect operations and partnerships in the region.
Collaboration with Tether and TRON may expose TRM Labs to reputational risks.
Cyberattack vulnerabilities in crypto exchanges could impact TRM Labs' clients.

Differentiation

TRM Labs specializes in blockchain intelligence for financial crime detection and investigation.
The company collaborates with major firms like PayPal, Visa, and government agencies.
TRM Labs offers subscription-based services and customized solutions for diverse client needs.

Upsides

Partnership with Four Inc. could increase government contracts in U.S. public sector.
Success in freezing $100 million in assets highlights effectiveness in public-private partnerships.
Collaboration with DeFi platforms like 1inch enhances influence in decentralized finance.

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