Senior Data Scientist, Coinbase

• Demonstration of our core cultural values: clear communication, positive energy, continuous learning, and efficient execution
• PhD preferred, or a Master’s degree in a field such as Economics or Statistics with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in pricing experimentation, data analysis and statistical modeling
• Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, R, or other programming languages used for data analysis and statistical modeling
• Ability to independently create plans for analytics projects and a track record of overseeing large / complex analytical projects spanning multiple teams
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex data and analysis to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines

Desirable

• Data Science is an integral component of Coinbase’s product and decision making process: we work in partnership with Product, Engineering and Design to influence the roadmap and better understand our users
• With a deep expertise in experimentation, analytics and advanced modeling, we produce insights which directly move the company’s bottom line
• Specifically, we’re looking for a Staff Data Scientist to join our Retail Trading Team
• In this role, you’ll take charge of pricing experimentation and play a pivotal role in determining our pricing strategy: you’ll spearhead testing design and analysis, find opportunities to improve engagement and our bottom line, and communicate your ideas to execs and leaders across the company
• Act as a strategic partner and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to develop pricing vision, roadmap and priorities
• Design and develop pricing models and their evaluation framework to determine optimal pricing strategy
• Develop causal models to help isolate the impact of fee changes using experiments and observational data
• Initiate, develop, and maintain data pipelines and data models with outstanding craftsmanship
• Synthesize findings, and recommendations in a clear and concise manner and communicate to senior leadership

Total funding: $633.4m

Coinbase has built a reputation as one of the most accessible entry points into the world of cryptocurrency. With features like crypto wallets, direct bank account linking, and merchant payment tools, it's helping bring crypto into the mainstream. But the company isn't just relying on its early success, it's evolving fast to stay relevant in a rapidly changing market.