[Remote] Data Analyst - Payments & Blockchain

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values, dedicated to accelerating the global adoption of crypto. As a Data Analyst on the Payments & Blockchain team, you will analyze blockchain and payments data to guide product, trading, and operational decisions, while building models and metrics that enhance understanding of user behavior and system performance. Responsibilities • Analyze blockchain and payments data (wallet activity, liquidity flows, protocol events) at scale • Validate blockchain transactions and reconcile onchain 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 Skills • 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 • Experience reconciling blockchain and internal financial data at scale • Expertise automating reconciliation, validation, or monitoring systems in data environments Company Overview • Kraken is a global cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade digital assets securely. It was founded in 1911, and is headquartered in Remote First, US, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship • Kraken has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply tot his job