<div>TRM Labs is a blockchain intelligence company committed to fighting crime and creating a safer world. By leveraging blockchain data, threat intelligence, and advanced analytics, our products empower governments, financial institutions, and crypto businesses to combat illicit activity and global security threats. At TRM, youll join a mission-driven, fast-paced team made up of experts in law enforcement, data science, engineering, and financial intelligence, tackling complex global challenges daily. Whether analyzing blockchain data, developing cutting-edge tools, or collaborating with global organizations, youll have the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact.</div>As a Senior Data Scientist, you will have end-to-end ownership of custom models, algorithms, and other data products that feed directly into TRM’s UX. In collaboration with a highly skilled team of engineers, data scientists, and research scientists, your goal will be to uncover valuable and defensible information that can be used to detect, prevent, and mitigate cryptocurrency fraud and financial crime. The models and algorithms you create will be specifically designed to identify new threat vectors that are unique to cryptocurrencies and blockchains. These tools will be consumed by prestigious entities such as former FBI, Secret Service, and other law enforcement agencies, enabling them to stay ahead of evolving criminal activities in the cryptocurrency space. The impact youll have here: <ul> <li>Lead the development of advanced machine learning and statistical models tailored to identify patterns and anomalies associated with cryptocurrency fraud and financial crime. These models will help detect potential threats and provide valuable insights for law enforcement agencies.</li> <li>Develop custom models, algorithms, and interactive visualizations that will be consumed by former FBI, Secret Service, and Europol agents and analysts to detect new threat vectors unique to cryptocurrencies and blockchains</li> <li>Collaborate with engineers and research scientists to design algorithms to analyze complex data structures inherent to cryptocurrencies and blockchains. This will involve working with distributed ledger technologies, cryptographic protocols, and transactional data to uncover suspicious activities.</li> <li>Create interactive visualizations that allow law enforcement agencies to explore and understand complex blockchain data easily. These visualizations will enable investigators to navigate through the data effectively and identify key insights related to potential fraud and financial crime.</li> <li>As a leader in the team, you will collaborate closely with engineers, data scientists, and research scientists to align on project goals, methodologies, and deliverables. You will communicate your findings and insights effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li> <li>You will stay up to date with the latest developments in the field of blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and financial crime. This will involve continuous learning, attending conferences, and exploring research papers to incorporate cutting-edge techniques into your work.</li> <li>Develop your skills through exceptional training as well as frequent coaching and mentoring from colleagues</li> <li>Establish best practices and statistical rigor around data-driven decision-making</li> </ul> What were looking for: <ul> <li>Your academic background is in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Economics or Physics. Advanced degree preferred.</li> <li>You have 4+ years of experience working in an analytical role.</li> <li>You have proven experience with at least one programming language (Python preferred) and are comfortable developing code in a team environment (e.g. git, notebooks, testing).</li> <li>You have a working knowledge of relational databases, (e.g. SQL)</li> <li>You think about data in terms of statistical distributions and have a big enough analytics toolbox to know how to find patterns in data and identify targets for performance</li> <li>You have a high tolerance for ambiguity. You find a way through. You anticipate. You connect and synthesize.</li> <li>You are delivery-oriented, able to lead and execute modeling efforts from start to finish</li> <li>You have excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience in influencing decisions with information</li> </ul> The following represents the expected range of compensation for this role: <ul> <li>The estimated base salary range for this role is $170,000 - $195,000. Please note that the base range is applicable to the US and will be different depending on the country.</li> <li>Additionally, this role may be eligible to participate in TRM’s equity plan.</li> </ul>  <div><hr /> <h3>Life at TRM Labs</h3> Leadership Principles Our Leadership Principles shape everything we do—how we make decisions, collaborate, and operate day to day. <ul> <li>Impact-Oriented Trailblazer – We put customers first, driving for speed, focus, and adaptability.</li> <li>Master Craftsperson – We prioritize speed, high standards, and distributed ownership.</li> <li>Inspiring Colleague – We value humility, candor, and a one-team mindset.</li> </ul> Accelerate your Career  At TRM, you’ll do work that matters—disrupting terrorist networks, recovering stolen funds, and protecting people around the world. You will: <ul> <li>Work alongside top experts and learn every day.</li> <li>Embrace a growth mindset with development opportunities tailored to your role.</li> <li>Take on high-impact challenges in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</li> <li>Thrive in a culture of coaching, where feedback is fast, direct, and built to help you level up. </li> </ul> What to Expect at TRM TRM moves fast—really fast. We know a lot of startups say that, but we mean it. We operate with urgency, ownership, and high standards. As a result, you’ll be joining a team that’s highly engaged, mission-driven, and constantly evolving. To support this intensity, we’re also intentional about rest and recharge. We offer generous benefits, including PTO, Holidays, and Parental Leave for full time employees. That said, TRM may not be the right fit for everyone. If youre optimizing for work life balance, we encourage you to: <ul> <li>Ask your interviewers how they personally approach balance within their teams, and</li> <li>Reflect on whether this is the right season in your life to join a high-velocity environment.</li> <li>Be honest with yourself about what energizes you—and what drains you</li> </ul> We’re upfront about this because we want every new team member to thrive—not just survive. The Stakes Are Real Our work has direct, real-world impact: <ul> <li>Jumping online after hours to support urgent government requests tracing ransomware payments.</li> <li>Delivering actionable insights during terrorist financing investigations.</li> <li>Collaborating across time zones in real time during a major global hack.</li> <li>Building new processes in days, not weeks, to stop criminals before they cash out.</li> <li>Analyzing blockchain data to recover stolen savings and dismantle trafficking networks.</li> </ul> Thrive as a Global Team  As a remote-first company, TRM Labs is built for global collaboration. <ul> <li>We cultivate a strong remote culture through clear communication, thorough documentation, and meaningful relationships.</li> <li>We invest in offsites, regional meetups, virtual coffee chats, and onboarding buddies to foster collaboration.</li> <li>By prioritizing trust and belonging, we harness the strengths of a global team while staying aligned with our mission and values.</li> </ul> <h3>Join our mission!</h3> We’re looking for team members who thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments and love building from the ground up. TRM is remote-first, with an exceptionally talented global team. If you enjoy solving tough problems and seeing your work make a difference for billions of people, we want you here. Don’t worry if your experience doesn’t perfectly match a job description— we value passion, problem-solving, and unique career paths. If you’re excited about TRM’s mission, we want to hear from you. Recruitment agencies TRM Labs does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to TRM employees. TRM Labs is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company without a signed agreement. Privacy Policy By submitting your application, you are agreeing to allow TRM to process your personal information in accordance with the <a href="https://www.trmlabs.com/policies/privacy-policy" target="_blank">TRM Privacy Policy</a> Learn More: <a href="https://www.trmlabs.com/culture">Company Values</a> | <a href="https://www.trmlabs.com/interviewing">Interviewing</a> | <a href="https://www.trmlabs.com/faq">FAQs</a></div>

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