Blockchain Data Scientist

Placements24; East London; Híbrido; ZAR 120.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work model

Career growth opportunities

Access to cutting-edge data tools

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Blockchain Data Scientist in East London, Eastern Cape to analyze on-chain and off-chain data and uncover insights for cryptocurrency markets and dApp usage. The role combines statistical modeling, ML, and data visualization to guide product development and business decisions.

The position supports a hybrid work model, with collaboration at the East London office and remote flexibility. A strong data science background with blockchain interest is essential.

Formación

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• 3-5 years of experience in data science with focus on statistical modeling and ML.
• Proficiency in Python or R and libraries (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with SQL and handling large datasets.
• Familiarity with blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and decentralized ecosystems.
• Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Matplotlib, Seaborn).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent communication.

Responsabilidades

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from blockchain sources (transactions, contracts, network metrics).
• Develop and implement statistical models and ML algorithms to analyze blockchain data.
• Identify trends, anomalies, and correlations in the decentralized economy.
• Build data visualizations and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and marketing to translate data insights into strategy.
• Design and conduct A/B tests and experiments to evaluate features and strategies.
• Stay updated with advances in data science, ML, and blockchain analytics.
• Develop predictive models for market movements, user behavior, or network health.
• Contribute to data infrastructure and pipelines.
• Evaluate model performance and refine with new data.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Educación

Master's or PhD in a quantitative field

Herramientas

Python

R

SQL

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Tableau

Power BI

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in data analytics for the decentralized economy, is seeking a talented Blockchain Data Scientist to join their team in East London, Eastern Cape. This role will involve analyzing vast amounts of on-chain and off-chain data to uncover insights, trends, and patterns related to cryptocurrency markets, dApp usage, and network activity. You will leverage advanced statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques to drive business decisions and product development. The ideal candidate has a strong background in data science with specialized knowledge or a keen interest in blockchain and cryptocurrency markets. This position offers a hybrid work model, combining collaboration at our East London office with remote flexibility. We are looking for a curious and analytical individual passionate about unlocking the value hidden within blockchain data.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various blockchain sources (e.g., transaction data, smart contract interactions, network metrics).
• Develop and implement statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze blockchain data.
• Identify key trends, anomalies, and correlations within the decentralized economy.
• Build data visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and marketing teams to translate data insights into actionable strategies.
• Design and conduct A/B tests and other experiments to evaluate product features and market strategies.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and blockchain analytics.
• Develop predictive models for market movements, user behavior, or network health.
• Contribute to the development of data infrastructure and pipelines.
• Evaluate the performance of models and refine them based on new data and feedback.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• 3-5 years of experience in data science, with a strong focus on statistical modeling and machine learning.
• 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 working with large datasets.
• Familiarity with blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and the decentralized ecosystem is highly desirable.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Matplotlib, Seaborn).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark) is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• The hybrid work model provides flexibility and work-life balance within the East London area.
• You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge data tools and contribute to groundbreaking insights in the rapidly evolving blockchain space.
• This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth and development.

Join us in Eastern Cape and help shape the future of data-driven decision-making in the decentralized world.