Data Analyst - Payments & Blockchain (Remote)

About the Role

We are looking for a Data Analyst - Payments & Blockchain to join our dynamic team at Kraken. As a fully remote company, you will have the opportunity to work from anywhere while being part of a global team dedicated to revolutionizing the crypto landscape. In this role, you will analyze blockchain and payments data, providing insights that drive product improvements and operational efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of crypto!

What You'll Do

• Analyze blockchain and payments data (wallet activity, liquidity flows, protocol events) at scale.
• Validate blockchain transactions and reconcile on-chain data with internal ledgers and data sources.
• Interact with blockchain APIs and our data lake to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
• Build and maintain automated data models and ETL pipelines using SQL, Python, Airflow, and dbt.
• Design dashboards that reveal trends across user growth, capital movement, and transaction health.
• Develop and automate KPIs to monitor product health, payments success, and system reliability.
• Partner with engineers to improve data quality, schema design, and pipeline performance.
• Communicate insights through clear, actionable storytelling accessible to all audiences.

Requirements

• 3+ years in analytics, ideally in crypto, fintech, or financial platforms.
• Strong understanding of blockchain fundamentals (wallets, bridges, DEXs, token mechanics).
• Proficiency in SQL and Python (pandas, numpy, visualization tools).
• Experience developing ETL pipelines with Airflow or equivalent orchestrators.
• Familiarity with dbt and version-controlled analytics workflows.
• Ability to build clear and intuitive BI dashboards (QuickSight, Tableau, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication skills for translating technical findings into business impact.

Nice to Have

• Experience reconciling blockchain and internal financial data at scale.
• Expertise automating reconciliation, validation, or monitoring systems in data environments.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Opportunity to work with a talented and diverse team.
• Access to industry-leading resources and tools.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Inclusive company culture that values diversity and merit.