Blockchain Data Analyst - Market Intelligence

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, seeks a Blockchain Data Analyst to extract, analyze, and interpret blockchain data, deriving actionable market insights. Hybrid work model offered.

The role focuses on trends, user behavior, and network performance across ecosystems, with dashboards and data models to support strategic decisions. The ideal candidate has a quantitative degree and 2+ years in data analysis, with proficiency in SQL, Python or R, and visualization tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field related to data science.
• 2+ years of data analysis experience with focus on blockchain/cryptocurrency markets.
• Proficient in SQL for querying databases.
• Experience with Tableau/Power BI for data visualization.
• Programming experience in Python or R for data analysis.
• Strong understanding of blockchain concepts, including transactions and smart contracts.
• Experience with blockchain explorers and APIs.
• Excellent analytical and communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Extract, clean, and process large datasets from blockchain explorers and APIs.
• Analyze on-chain and off-chain data to identify market trends and anomalies.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to visualize metrics.
• Monitor network health, transaction volumes, and smart contract interactions.
• Collaborate with product, marketing, and engineering teams to provide data-driven recommendations.
• Identify and track KPIs for blockchain initiatives.
• Conduct research on competitor activities and market dynamics in crypto space.
• Develop data models for predictive analysis and ensure data accuracy and security.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or related quantitative field

Tools

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Python

R

Blockchain explorers (Etherscan, BscScan)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Blockchain Data Analyst to join their team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. This role is essential for extracting, analyzing, and interpreting complex blockchain data to derive actionable market intelligence and insights. You will play a crucial role in understanding market trends, user behavior, and network performance across various blockchain ecosystems. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, proficiency in data manipulation and visualization tools, and a solid understanding of blockchain principles. This position offers a unique opportunity to leverage data to drive strategic decisions within the fast-paced crypto and blockchain industry, operating within a convenient hybrid work model.

Key Responsibilities

• Extract, clean, and process large datasets from various blockchain explorers and APIs.
• Analyze on-chain and off-chain data to identify market trends, patterns, and anomalies.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to visualize key metrics and insights.
• Monitor network health, transaction volumes, and smart contract interactions.
• Collaborate with product, marketing, and engineering teams to provide data-driven recommendations.
• Identify and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for blockchain-related initiatives.
• Conduct research on competitor activities and market dynamics within the crypto space.
• Develop and implement data models for predictive analysis.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 2+ years of experience in data analysis, with a focus on blockchain or cryptocurrency markets.
• Proficiency in SQL for querying databases.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Familiarity with programming languages like Python or R for data analysis and scripting.
• Strong understanding of blockchain technology, including transaction flows, wallet addresses, and smart contracts.
• Experience working with blockchain explorers (e.g., Etherscan, BscScan) and APIs.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Good communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex data findings in Nelspruit.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning in data analytics and blockchain.
• A flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Be part of an innovative company operating at the cutting edge of technology.
• Contribute to strategic decision-making within the Mpumalanga region.
• Collaborative team environment.