Senior Data Scientist

What you’ll be doing:

• Conduct analysis and deep dives on ambiguous problems for our business. Your work will result in insights and recommendations that guide the team’s decision making.
• Act as owner for a broad scope of data and metrics, from core logging to presentation of data visualizations.
• Guide code reviews, provide SQL and Python expertise, and create well‑maintained ETL jobs.
• Maintain a high bar for statistical rigor on your team. Ensure that we’re conducting experimentation and causal analyses that build confidence with your stakeholders.

• A BA/BS in a quantitative field (e.g., Math, Stats, Physics, or Computer Science) with ≥5+ years of relevant experience or a PhD in a quantitative field with ≥3+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in driving impactful data science projects that tackle ambiguous problem spaces.
• Ability to influence external stakeholders by synthesizing data learnings into compelling stories.
• Practical expertise in applying complex modeling frameworks to practical business problems.
• Professional experience using SQL and Python.
• Experience working with digital products in an iterative development cycle.
• Demonstration of our core cultural values: clear communication, positive energy, continuous learning, and efficient execution.

Disclaimer:
Applying for a specific role does not guarantee consideration for that exact position. Leveling and team matching are assessed throughout the interview process.

Pay Transparency Notice:
Depending on your work location, the target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full‑time offers from Coinbase also include bonus eligibility + equity eligibility + benefits (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k)).

Pay Range:

$180,370—$212,200 USD

Please be advised that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30‑day period. We encourage you to carefully evaluate how your skills and interests align with Coinbase’s roles before applying.

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