Senior Data Scientist, Financial Services at TRM Labs

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Blockchain, CryptocurrencyIndustries

Requirements

  • Academic background in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, or Physics (advanced degree preferred)
  • 8+ years of experience working in an analytical role
  • Customer-facing experience and enjoyment of sitting with customers to understand their challenges
  • Strong knowledge of relational databases (e.g., SQL)
  • Proven experience with at least one programming language (Python preferred) and comfort developing code in a team environment (e.g., git, notebooks, testing)
  • Strong experience building scalable data and analytics products from design to deployment phases
  • Ability to think about data in terms of statistical distributions with a robust analytics toolbox to find patterns and identify performance targets
  • Delivery-oriented with experience in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience influencing decisions with information
  • High tolerance for ambiguity, ability to find ways through challenges, anticipate, connect, and synthesize

Responsibilities

  • Lead the implementation of new advanced analytics products to uncover hidden insights in complex blockchain data (e.g., assessing risks of DeFi services, stablecoins, global regulations, and crypto-trends)
  • Lead the roadmap and prioritization of the analytics customer products suite based on market demands
  • Use business acumen to collaborate with go-to-market teams and work directly with customers to understand challenges and translate them into impactful models and products
  • Develop complex statistical analysis, algorithms, and interactive visualizations for consumption by law enforcement agents and analysts to detect cryptocurrency and blockchain threat vectors
  • Collaborate with engineers and research scientists to design algorithms analyzing complex cryptocurrency and blockchain data structures (e.g., distributed ledger technologies, cryptographic protocols, transactional data)
  • Lead the team by collaborating closely with engineers, data scientists, and research scientists to align on project goals, methodologies, and deliverables
  • Communicate findings and insights effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Develop skills through training, coaching, and mentoring from colleagues
  • Establish best practices and statistical rigor around data-driven decision-making

Skills

Blockchain Analysis
Statistical Analysis
Algorithms
Interactive Visualizations
DeFi
Stablecoins
Crypto Trends
Machine Learning
Data Science
Financial Crime Detection

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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