TRM Labs
Overview
TRM Labs is a blockchain intelligence company committed to fighting crime and creating a safer world. By leveraging blockchain data, threat intelligence, and advanced analytics, our products empower governments, financial institutions, and crypto businesses to combat illicit activity and global security threats. At TRM, you\'ll join a mission-driven, fast-paced team made up of experts in law enforcement, data science, engineering, and financial intelligence, tackling complex global challenges daily. Whether analyzing blockchain data, developing cutting-edge tools, or collaborating with global organizations, you\'ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact.
Senior Data Scientist — Responsibilities
End-to-end ownership of investigation, analytics, model development, and data product delivery that feed directly into TRM’s product.
Specialize in combating blockchain-related fraud and scam, working directly with intelligence analysts to develop intelligence used by our customers.
Develop custom models, algorithms, and interactive visualizations that will be consumed by former FBI, Secret Service, and Europol agents and analysts to detect new threat vectors unique to cryptocurrencies and blockchains.
Collaborate with engineers and research scientists to design algorithms to analyze complex data structures inherent to cryptocurrencies and blockchains, including distributed ledger technologies, cryptographic protocols, and transactional data to uncover suspicious activities.
Create interactive visualizations that enable investigators to navigate blockchain data and identify insights related to potential fraud and financial crime.
Collaborate with intelligence analysts, data scientists, and research scientists to align on project goals, methodologies, and deliverables; communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Stay up to date with developments in blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and fraud-related crime; engage in continuous learning and explore research to incorporate cutting-edge techniques.
Develop skills through training and coaching from colleagues; establish best practices and statistical rigor around data-driven decision-making.
What we’re looking for
Academic background in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, Physics, etc.); advanced degree preferred.
4+ years of experience in an analytical role.
Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python preferred) and experience developing code in a team environment (git, notebooks, testing).
Working knowledge of relational databases (SQL).
Ability to reason about data in terms of statistical distributions and a broad analytics toolbox to identify patterns and targets for performance.
High tolerance for ambiguity; ability to navigate through challenges, anticipate changes, and synthesize information.
About the Team
Collaborative, inclusive culture with a focus on results, communication, leadership, and teamwork.
Globally distributed team with overlapping hours, primarily 7am–12pm PST for meetings; at least 4 hours overlap with PST business hours for all team members.
On-call responsibilities include Attribution on-call (focused on working time, ~2 hours/day every 2 months) and Data Science on-call (full week to ensure pipelines run smoothly, ~1–2 hours/day every 2 months).
Learn about TRM Speed in this position
Deliver a last-minute impactful project for a key customer.
Build complex products effectively with tight timeframes (1–2 sprints for MVP).
Work on several projects in parallel with different priorities and stakeholders.
Compensation and Benefits
The base salary range is $170,000 – $195,000 per year (US; varies by country).
Eligible to participate in TRM’s equity plan.
We offer generous benefits, including PTO, holidays, and parental leave for full-time employees.
Life at TRM Labs Leadership Principles shape decisions, collaboration, and daily operations, including an emphasis on impact, craftsmanship, and teamwork.
Impact-Oriented Trailblazer – Customers come first, with speed, focus, and adaptability.
Master Craftsperson – Prioritize speed, high standards, and distributed ownership.
Inspiring Colleague – Value humility, candor, and a one-team mindset.
Accelerate your Career
Work alongside top experts and learn every day.
Grow with role-specific development opportunities.
Tackle high-impact challenges in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Experience a culture of coaching with fast, direct feedback to help you level up.
What To Expect At TRM TRM moves fast. We operate with urgency, ownership, and high standards. We support intensity with rest and recharge, offering generous benefits and time off for full-time employees.
TRM may not be the right fit for everyone. If you seek work-life balance, consider interviewing questions about balance and reflect on whether this is the right season to join a high-velocity environment. The stakes are real and include urgent government requests, terrorism financing investigations, and global collaboration across time zones.
Join our mission We are a remote-first company with a global team. We value passion, problem-solving, and diverse career paths. If you\'re excited about TRM\'s mission, we want to hear from you. TRM Labs does not accept unsolicited agency resumes.
Other Privacy policy and related policies apply to applicants who submit their information.
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TRM Labs is a blockchain intelligence company committed to fighting crime and creating a safer world. By leveraging blockchain data, threat intelligence, and advanced analytics, our products empower governments, financial institutions, and crypto businesses to combat illicit activity and global security threats. At TRM, you\'ll join a mission-driven, fast-paced team made up of experts in law enforcement, data science, engineering, and financial intelligence, tackling complex global challenges daily. Whether analyzing blockchain data, developing cutting-edge tools, or collaborating with global organizations, you\'ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact.
Senior Data Scientist — Responsibilities
End-to-end ownership of investigation, analytics, model development, and data product delivery that feed directly into TRM’s product.
Specialize in combating blockchain-related fraud and scam, working directly with intelligence analysts to develop intelligence used by our customers.
Develop custom models, algorithms, and interactive visualizations that will be consumed by former FBI, Secret Service, and Europol agents and analysts to detect new threat vectors unique to cryptocurrencies and blockchains.
Collaborate with engineers and research scientists to design algorithms to analyze complex data structures inherent to cryptocurrencies and blockchains, including distributed ledger technologies, cryptographic protocols, and transactional data to uncover suspicious activities.
Create interactive visualizations that enable investigators to navigate blockchain data and identify insights related to potential fraud and financial crime.
Collaborate with intelligence analysts, data scientists, and research scientists to align on project goals, methodologies, and deliverables; communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Stay up to date with developments in blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and fraud-related crime; engage in continuous learning and explore research to incorporate cutting-edge techniques.
Develop skills through training and coaching from colleagues; establish best practices and statistical rigor around data-driven decision-making.
What we’re looking for
Academic background in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, Physics, etc.); advanced degree preferred.
4+ years of experience in an analytical role.
Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python preferred) and experience developing code in a team environment (git, notebooks, testing).
Working knowledge of relational databases (SQL).
Ability to reason about data in terms of statistical distributions and a broad analytics toolbox to identify patterns and targets for performance.
High tolerance for ambiguity; ability to navigate through challenges, anticipate changes, and synthesize information.
About the Team
Collaborative, inclusive culture with a focus on results, communication, leadership, and teamwork.
Globally distributed team with overlapping hours, primarily 7am–12pm PST for meetings; at least 4 hours overlap with PST business hours for all team members.
On-call responsibilities include Attribution on-call (focused on working time, ~2 hours/day every 2 months) and Data Science on-call (full week to ensure pipelines run smoothly, ~1–2 hours/day every 2 months).
Learn about TRM Speed in this position
Deliver a last-minute impactful project for a key customer.
Build complex products effectively with tight timeframes (1–2 sprints for MVP).
Work on several projects in parallel with different priorities and stakeholders.
Compensation and Benefits
The base salary range is $170,000 – $195,000 per year (US; varies by country).
Eligible to participate in TRM’s equity plan.
We offer generous benefits, including PTO, holidays, and parental leave for full-time employees.
Life at TRM Labs Leadership Principles shape decisions, collaboration, and daily operations, including an emphasis on impact, craftsmanship, and teamwork.
Impact-Oriented Trailblazer – Customers come first, with speed, focus, and adaptability.
Master Craftsperson – Prioritize speed, high standards, and distributed ownership.
Inspiring Colleague – Value humility, candor, and a one-team mindset.
Accelerate your Career
Work alongside top experts and learn every day.
Grow with role-specific development opportunities.
Tackle high-impact challenges in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Experience a culture of coaching with fast, direct feedback to help you level up.
What To Expect At TRM TRM moves fast. We operate with urgency, ownership, and high standards. We support intensity with rest and recharge, offering generous benefits and time off for full-time employees.
TRM may not be the right fit for everyone. If you seek work-life balance, consider interviewing questions about balance and reflect on whether this is the right season to join a high-velocity environment. The stakes are real and include urgent government requests, terrorism financing investigations, and global collaboration across time zones.
Join our mission We are a remote-first company with a global team. We value passion, problem-solving, and diverse career paths. If you\'re excited about TRM\'s mission, we want to hear from you. TRM Labs does not accept unsolicited agency resumes.
Other Privacy policy and related policies apply to applicants who submit their information.
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