Blockchain Data Scientist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Professional development budget

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Blockchain Data Scientist to join a data analytics firm operating at the intersection of data science and blockchain. You will collect, clean, and analyze large on-chain and off-chain datasets to identify trends, forecast market movements, and build data-driven strategies.

Remote-first role with international collaboration; you will work with Python/R, ML models, and visualization tools to deliver actionable insights.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of analyzing large, complex datasets.
• Strong background in ML algorithms and statistical modeling.
• Familiarity with blockchain, crypto, and on-chain data analysis is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyze large datasets from blockchain networks and related sources.
• Develop ML models and statistical techniques to predict market behavior and detect anomalies.
• Visualize data to communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Design experiments to validate data-driven strategies and hypotheses.
• Build and maintain data pipelines (ETL) and collaborate with engineering teams to deploy models.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Data Analysis

Education

Master's degree in Data Science / Statistics / CS

Tools

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is an innovative data analytics firm focused on extracting valuable insights from complex datasets within the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency and blockchain space. We are looking for a talented Blockchain Data Scientist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for collecting, cleaning, analyzing, and interpreting large volumes of on-chain and off-chain data to identify trends, predict market movements, and develop data-driven strategies. You will work with cutting-edge tools and technologies to uncover patterns and generate actionable intelligence for our clients. This position requires a strong analytical mindset, proficiency in data science methodologies, and a solid understanding of blockchain technology and its associated data structures. You will collaborate closely with blockchain developers, analysts, and business stakeholders to deliver impactful insights. The role offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute from anywhere, supporting our team based conceptually near Bloemfontein, Free State, ZA , but operating internationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyze large datasets from various blockchain networks and related sources.
• Develop and implement machine learning models and statistical techniques to predict market behavior, identify anomalies, and detect fraudulent activities.
• Visualize complex data to communicate findings and insights effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Design and conduct experiments to test hypotheses and validate data-driven strategies.
• Build and maintain data pipelines for efficient data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL).
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate data science models into production systems.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest research and advancements in data science, machine learning, and blockchain analytics.
• Contribute to the development of data-driven products and services.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security throughout the data lifecycle.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Data Scientist, with a focus on analyzing large, complex datasets.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and relevant data science libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Solid understanding of machine learning algorithms, statistical modeling, and data mining techniques.
• Familiarity with blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and on-chain data analysis is highly desirable.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Matplotlib, Seaborn, Tableau, Power BI).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, excellent health and wellness benefits, and opportunities for continuous professional development. You will work on challenging and exciting projects at the intersection of data science and blockchain, contributing to groundbreaking insights and strategies. The remote work setup provides flexibility and autonomy. Regular access to training resources, conferences, and a collaborative team environment are standard. Join our forward-thinking team and help unlock the potential of blockchain data.