Senior Applied Scientist - Causal Inference

Are you ready to challenge yourself and unlock your potential? At Coinbase, we are on a mission to enhance economic freedom globally. It's an ambitious vision that requires our best efforts every day as we create the next-generation onchain platform and help shape the future of the global financial system. We are looking for an exceptional candidate who is not only passionate about our mission but also believes in the transformative power of crypto and blockchain technology to revolutionize financial systems. If you aspire to make a significant impact in the world, thrive under pressure, and enjoy collaborating with talented colleagues while seeking continuous feedback, we want to hear from you. Join us in tackling some of the most challenging problems our company faces. Our fast-paced work culture is intense, but for those who seek to contribute to building the future alongside other high-performers, this is the place to be. While many roles at Coinbase are remote-first, in-person participation is essential throughout the year. We hold team and company-wide offsites several times a year to strengthen collaboration, connection, and alignment, and your attendance is both expected and supported. As a Senior Applied Scientist in our Data Science organization, you will play a crucial role in developing state-of-the-art models to navigate vital trade-offs that drive business value. Your Responsibilities: Build and implement robust causal inference models to assess the overall business impact of new product launches (e.g., PSM, Double ML). Lead the establishment of measurement standards for new product and feature launches. Provide technical mentorship to other members of the data science team. Collaborate with senior leadership as a strategic partner to influence our product development initiatives. What We Look For: PhD or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Economics or Statistics, along with 8+ years of distinguished industry experience. Proficient in SQL, Python, R, or other programming languages for data analysis and statistical modeling. Extensive theoretical and applied knowledge of a variety of quasi-experimental methods. A proven track record of shaping business and product strategy through data-driven causal insights and the ability to communicate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Exemplification of our core cultural values: clear communication, positive energy, continuous learning, and efficient execution. Preferred Qualifications: Experience within the fintech or crypto industries. Experience with pricing models, marketing attribution, or customer LTV modeling. Understanding of the unique opportunities and challenges presented by crypto businesses and blockchain data. Disclaimer: Applying for a specific role does not guarantee consideration for that exact position. Leveling and team matching will be evaluated throughout the interview process. Pay Transparency Notice: The target annual base salary for this position ranges from $207,485 to $244,100 USD. Full-time offers from Coinbase also include bonus and equity eligibility along with comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)). Coinbase is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Coinbase will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. Coinbase is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the employment process due to a disability, please contact us to inform us of your request.

Created: 2026-03-04