Data Scientist

Summary

Join Gauntlet, a leading quantitative research firm in DeFi, as a Data Scientist. You will perform in-depth research to enhance the safety and efficiency of DeFi protocols, manage client engagements, and create compelling research and dashboards. This role requires strong data analysis skills, experience with various programming languages, and the ability to work independently and with clients. Gauntlet offers a remote-first work environment, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• 4+ years of professional experience
• Extremely clear and effective communication and client management skills
• Proven track record of drawing deep insights from complex datasets
• Experience with data querying languages (e.g. SQL), scripting languages (e.g. Python), and/or statistical/mathematical software (e.g. R)
• Ability to work independently working towards abstract goals
• Experience working with pricing models, financial products and/or different asset classes

Responsibilities

• Perform in depth novel research into how to make premier DeFi protocols safer and more efficient through mechanism design, data analysis, and dynamic parameter optimization
• Take ownership of client engagements, scoping out work, managing client relationships, and delivering value to clients through your research and work
• Draft and write engaging research for public consumption both to grow Gauntlet’s Brand as well as to satisfy client requirements
• Build and deploy easy-to-understand and visually compelling dashboards for internal and external consumption

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in the crypto industry is a big plus
• Enthusiasm for the space, especially DeFi, is very much desired
• Experience with derivatives style products
• Experience managing external client relationships
• Published or presented research in the space

Benefits

• Remote first - work from anywhere in the US & CAN!
• Competitive packages with the added opportunity for incentive-based compensation
• Regular in-person company retreats and cross-country "office visit" perk
• 100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for employees
• Laptop provided
• $1,600 WFH stipend upon joining
• $100 per month reimbursement for fitness-related expenses
• Monthly reimbursement for home internet, phone, and cellular data
• Unlimited vacation policy
• 100% paid parental leave of 12 weeks
• Fertility benefits