Senior Data Scientist - Crypto

Job Description

Job Description

Career Renew is recruiting for one of its clients a Senior Data Scientist - Crypto - this is a fully remote role for US based candidates or Europe based candidates (if they can work EST hours).

We are the first automated, on-chain economic security system enabling crypto protocols to optimize risk management and capital efficiency while safeguarding user funds. We analyze protocol mechanics and scenario implications using world-class custom EVM simulations to provide actionable insights.

Our platform is trusted by leading protocols, including Aave, GMX, dYdX, Venus , Jupiter and others, to manage and secure billions of dollars in assets.

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Senior Data Scientist to join our team. Reporting directly to the Head of Economic Risk & Strategy , you will play a critical role in advancing our modeling capabilities and delivering powerful data insights across decentralized finance. In this role, you will collaborate with protocol teams and internal stakeholders to support strategic research, simulation, and risk analysis.

Responsibilities :

Work alongside leading crypto engineers and product managers to deep dive into market-leading protocols and help drive game-changing insights and predictions (see example)

Lead and drive innovative research to understand how different actors in the crypto market behave and interact, and drive modeling of such actors into our simulation platform

Present your insights and suggestions to audiences both internally and externally with the opportunity to publish industry-defining research

Explore new algorithms and techniques to surface insights in DeFi security and optimizations

Build data models and visualizations of public blockchain data and simulation results that provide intuitive analytics to customers such as AAVE, Uniswap, dydx, and others

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality outputs.

Contribute to the continuous improvement and innovation of our platform.

Requirements :

4+ years of professional experience in Data Science – a must

Strong trading background required, including experience building models and deep understanding of derivatives, pricing, financial markets, and systems

Previous experience in FinTech

Solid understanding of machine learning techniques and algorithms

Hands-on experience with Python and relevant data science packages

You love working in small, dynamic, fast-paced teams that encourage you to learn and grow

Strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for DeFi and blockchain technology

Preferred Qualifications :

Bonus points for prior web3 experience using Dune or writing smart contracts

Bonus points for DeFi knowledge

Broader understanding of crypto and blockchain ecosystem – a plus

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Compensation & Package

Our Perks :

Flexible hybrid work environment.

Competitive PTO (21 days) + sick days (7) + 8 observed US-company holidays.

100% employer-paid health benefit options (Medical, dental & vision insurance) for you and your dependents.

FSA or HSA (pending on selected health insurance).

Generous 401k plan with employer match.

Thoughtful Parental Leave Policy.

Corporate wellness programs with OneMedical, Teladoc, Talkspace, EAP.

Career growth opportunities at a rapidly expanding, global technology company in an emerging field with personalized professional development.

Pre-tax Commuter Benefits.

Salary and seniority level commensurate with experience (range : $130-150K USD)