Senior Applied Scientist - Pricing Strategy

Are you ready to exceed your own expectations and make a lasting impact in the world? At Coinbase, we are dedicated to enhancing economic freedom globally. This ambitious journey requires exceptional talent every day as we build the future of the onchain platform and the global financial system.

We are looking for a driven individual who shares our passion for crypto and blockchain technology and is eager to influence the financial landscape. If you thrive under pressure, relish collaboration with talented colleagues, and actively seek feedback for continuous improvement, you might be the perfect fit. Join us in tackling the toughest challenges and leaving your mark on the world.

Our work culture is intense and rewardingly challenging. If you are ready to build the future alongside top professionals in their fields, we offer an unparalleled environment for growth.

While many roles at Coinbase are designed for flexibility, this position requires in-person collaboration throughout the year. We conduct team and company-wide offsites regularly to strengthen our connections and alignment, and attendance is both expected and fully supported.

Data Science is fundamental to our decision-making processes at Coinbase. Collaborating across Product, Engineering, and Design teams, we aim to influence our roadmap and gain a deeper understanding of our users. With expertise in experimentation, analytics, and advanced modeling, we deliver insights that significantly impact our bottom line.

As a Senior Applied Scientist on our Retail Trading Team, you will lead the charge in pricing experimentation and significantly influence our pricing strategy. Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as a strategic partner and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to shape pricing vision and priorities.
• Designing and developing comprehensive pricing models and evaluation frameworks to identify optimal strategies.
• Creating causal models to assess the impact of fee changes through experiments and observational data.
• Initiating and maintaining data pipelines and models with an emphasis on quality and precision.
• Synthesizing findings and presenting clear, actionable recommendations to senior leadership.

What we seek in you:

• Alignment with our core values: clear communication, positive energy, continuous learning, and efficient execution.
• A PhD or a Master's degree in Economics or Statistics, with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in pricing experimentation, data analysis, and statistical modeling.
• Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, R, or other data analysis languages.
• Ability to independently manage projects and a proven track record in overseeing complex analytics initiatives across teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of explaining complex analyses to non-technical stakeholders.
• Meticulous attention to detail and the capacity to perform under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in applying causal inference techniques in various contexts.
• Familiarity with the crypto industry, particularly with exchanges or related companies.

Please note that applying for a specific role doesn't guarantee consideration for that exact position, as leveling and team matching occur throughout the interview process.

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Pay Transparency Notice: Depending on your work location, the target annual salary for this position ranges from $180,370 to $212,200 USD, and includes eligibility for bonuses, equity, and benefits (such as medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)).

Commitment to Equal Opportunity: Coinbase is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, and other protected statuses. We also consider applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws.

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