Senior Data Scientist

Avalanche; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 330,000 - 441,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading DeFi company in Dubai is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to enhance data infrastructure and provide strategic insights. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in data science and strong skills in SQL and Python. This role offers competitive pay, unlimited vacation days, and opportunities to shape the future of DeFi.

Benefits

Unlimited vacation days

Fully compensated work gear

Annual team retreat

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in data science, data analytics, or related field.
• Proven track record of implementing data infrastructure improvements.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and Python.

Responsibilities

• Shape company data usage for strategic decisions.
• Enhance data infrastructure for efficiency.
• Conduct deep-dive research for actionable insights.

Skills

Data Science

Data Analytics

SQL

Python

Data Visualization Tools

Tools

Blockchain Tools

Dune

ETL Processes

Job description

1inch is the DeFi ecosystem building financial freedom for everyone. 1inch products help users and builders trade, hold and track digital assets - with the self-custody, comprehensive security and the intuitive user experience they need to unlock the potential of true crypto ownership. 1inch protocols and APIs provide core infrastructure across the DeFi industry and beyond.

So if you’re someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team.

Location: We hire with a focus on Dubai and Europe. For this role, we prefer candidates who are either based in Dubai or working remotely within +/- 4 hours GST time.

We’re looking for a Senior Data Scientist to help strengthen our growing Data & Analytics team. This role will play a key part in improving our data infrastructure, maintaining high data quality, and delivering fast, actionable insights across teams. They’ll also support product, business, and strategic decision‑making through advanced analytics.

Responsibilities

• Actively shaping how company uses data for strategic decisions.
• Enhance data infrastructure and tooling for improved efficiency.
• Support critical business units with ad‑hoc analytics and insights.
• Conduct deep‑dive research and analysis to uncover actionable findings.
• Improve data collection and analytics processes across teams.
• Ensure dashboards provide clarity, usability, and real‑time visibility.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in data science, data analytics, or related field.
• Proven track record of implementing data infrastructure improvements and optimisations.
• Prior experience working with blockchain tools or DeFi data strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and data visualisation tools.
• Experience with data warehousing, ETL processes, and data pipeline optimisation.
• Understanding of statistical concepts and practical experience applying them.
• Ability to translate complex findings into clear, actionable insights.
• Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills to work effectively across teams.

Nice to Have

• Crypto/Web3 analytical stack (Dune, Nodes, Flipside)
• Low level blockchain data understanding (traces, events)
• Experience in uncovering business‑driving data insights

Why Work For Us?

• Join a young, creative team in a fast‑paced and supportive environment
• We’re open to new ideas — if you’ve got a vision, pitch it and make it happen
• Enjoy competitive pay that matches your skills and experience
• Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of DeFi
• Take time when you need it — we offer unlimited vacation days
• Get fully compensated for your work gear — we’ll set you up for success
• Travel with us! We host an annual team retreat at a top international location