Blockchain Data Scientist - Predictive Analytics (Hybrid)

Placements24

Sandton

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development & training

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Blockchain Data Scientist in Sandton, Gauteng to extract insights from blockchain datasets and develop predictive models. You will work on fraud detection, market insights, and data-driven decision making in a cutting-edge crypto environment.

The role requires advanced degree in a quantitative field and strong programming skills (Python or R) with data science libraries. A hybrid work setup in Sandton is offered with opportunities for professional growth and impact

Qualifications

Master's or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related quantitative field.
Proven experience as a Data Scientist with a focus on blockchain data analysis.
Proficiency in Python or R and libraries like Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow.

Responsibilities

Analyze large datasets from blockchain networks to identify trends and anomalies.
Develop ML models for predictive analytics and fraud detection.
Design experiments to test hypotheses related to blockchain ecosystems.
Create data visualizations and dashboards for stakeholders.
Collaborate with engineering and product teams to integrate data-driven features.
Develop metrics and KPIs to measure blockchain protocol performance.
Stay updated on data science, AI, and blockchain analytics trends.
Process and clean raw blockchain data for analysis.
Contribute to data infrastructure and analytics strategy.