Blockchain Data Scientist

Placements24; Paarl; Presencial; ZAR 600.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Medical aid

retirement contributions

Performance-based incentives

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape seeks a highly analytical Blockchain Data Scientist to derive actionable insights from on‑chain and off‑chain data, informing strategy and tracking market trends. You will apply statistical modeling, ML, and data visualization to explore complex datasets and uncover hidden patterns in decentralized systems.

The role emphasizes KPI development, dashboards, collaboration with engineering and product teams, and staying at the cutting edge of data science and

Formación

• Proven experience analyzing blockchain or cryptocurrency data.
• Strong quantitative background with advanced ML and statistics.
• Experience with blockchain analytics tools/databases.

Responsabilidades

• Collect, clean and preprocess large blockchain data sets.
• Develop and implement statistical models and ML algorithms.
• Design experiments to test hypotheses and measure strategies.
• Create data visualizations and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Identify KPIs and monitor blockchain ecosystem health.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to embed insights.

Conocimientos

Statistical modeling

Machine learning

Data analysis

Critical thinking

Communication

Educación

Master's or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, CS, Economics

Herramientas

Python

R

SQL

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow / PyTorch

Tableau / Power BI

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and innovative Blockchain Data Scientist to join their elite team in Paarl, Western Cape. This role is pivotal in deriving actionable insights from vast amounts of on‑chain and off‑chain data to inform business strategy, identify market trends, and optimize our blockchain operations. You will leverage advanced statistical modeling, machine learning techniques, and data visualization tools to explore complex datasets. The ideal candidate has a strong quantitative background, experience with blockchain data analysis, and a passion for uncovering hidden patterns in decentralized systems. Join us to transform data into strategic advantages.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and preprocess large volumes of blockchain data from various sources (e.g., public blockchains, exchanges, analytics platforms).
• Develop and implement statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze blockchain transaction patterns, user behavior, and network activity.
• Design and conduct experiments to test hypotheses and evaluate the effectiveness of different strategies.
• Create compelling data visualizations and dashboards to communicate complex findings to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop metrics to track the health and growth of our blockchain ecosystem.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to integrate data-driven insights into product development and strategic planning.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and blockchain analytics.
• Contribute to the development of data infrastructure and tools for efficient data processing and analysis.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy throughout the analysis process.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Data Scientist, with a significant focus on analyzing blockchain or cryptocurrency data.
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in data science, such as Python or R, and relevant libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong knowledge of SQL and experience working with large datasets and databases.
• Experience with blockchain data analysis tools and platforms (e.g., Dune Analytics, Nansen, Flipside Crypto) is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and experimental design.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Matplotlib).
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings clearly and concisely.
• Master's or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement contributions, and performance‑based incentives. The position is based in Paarl, Western Cape , offering a chance to work in a technologically advanced environment. We provide ample opportunities for professional growth, including access to cutting‑edge research, conferences, and continuous learning programs. Join a team of passionate innovators and contribute to defining the future of blockchain analytics. This role offers a challenging and rewarding career path in a rapidly growing industry.