Senior Data Scientist

1inch; London; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading DeFi ecosystem is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to enhance data infrastructure and support strategic decision-making. This role focuses on delivering actionable insights and improving data quality across teams. Candidates should have 5+ years in data science or analytics, proficiency in SQL and Python, and a collaborative mindset to work effectively in a dynamic environment.

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, Python, and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Shape how company uses data for strategic decisions.
• Enhance data infrastructure and tooling for improved efficiency.
• Conduct deep-dive research and analysis.

Skills

Data science experience

Data analytics

SQL

Python

Data visualization tools

Understanding of statistical concepts

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Overview

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

• Activiley 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 optimizations.
• Prior experience working with blockchain tools or DeFi data strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and data visualization tools.
• Experience with data warehousing, ETL processes, and data pipeline optimization.
• 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.