Data Scientist II

About The Company
Coinbase is a leading global cryptocurrency exchange and financial technology platform committed to increasing economic freedom worldwide. With a mission to build the emerging on-chain platform and shape the future of the global financial system, Coinbase strives to empower individuals and institutions to participate in the digital economy. The company fosters a high-performance, innovative work environment where talented professionals collaborate to solve complex challenges in the rapidly evolving blockchain and crypto space. Coinbase values integrity, transparency, and continuous learning, ensuring that its team remains at the forefront of technological advancements and industry standards. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and a customer-centric approach, Coinbase aims to make digital assets accessible, secure, and easy to use for everyone.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist to join Coinbase’s Identity and Access team. In this role, you will play a critical part in developing and optimizing systems that ensure the security and integrity of user accounts and assets. Your expertise will directly influence product strategies related to login, authentication, account recovery, and fraud prevention. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including Product, Engineering, and Design to analyze complex data sets, design experiments, and develop models that differentiate legitimate users from malicious actors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantitative analysis, statistical modeling, and machine learning, with a passion for applying data science to solve high-impact problems in fintech and crypto security. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to Coinbase’s mission by enhancing user safety and trust through innovative data-driven solutions.
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or related discipline
• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience in data science, analytics, or a similar role
• Proficiency in SQL for data analysis and querying
• Strong programming skills in Python, including experience with data modeling and machine learning libraries
• Deep understanding of statistical concepts and practical application in A/B testing, causal inference, and ML models
• Experience driving impact through data analysis in a digital product environment with iterative development cycles
• Demonstrated ability to communicate insights clearly and effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to responsibly utilize generative AI tools and copilots, continuously learning and applying human-in-the-loop practices to improve workflow efficiency and output quality

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive analyses on product features to answer open-ended questions and provide strategic insights
• Design, execute, and guide experiments to measure the impact of product changes, including innovative methodologies for logged-out user scenarios
• Develop and maintain key metrics, dashboards, and reports to facilitate ongoing data-driven decision making
• Create and refine models to identify and differentiate between legitimate users and malicious actors, enhancing security protocols
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence product roadmap and security strategies through data insights
• Contribute to data infrastructure improvements to support scalable and efficient analysis
• Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging technologies in data science, security, and fintech

Benefits

• Competitive salary within the range of $152,405—$179,300 USD annually, subject to experience and location
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Retirement plans including 401(k) options
• Equity and bonus opportunities based on performance and company results
• Flexible work arrangements with a hybrid model combining remote and in-office participation
• Multiple team and company-wide offsites to foster collaboration and team bonding
• Professional development programs and continuous learning opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive work environment committed to diversity and equal opportunity

Equal Opportunity
Coinbase is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with legal requirements. Coinbase actively provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and employment process. We value diversity and are dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared mission.