Crypto Research Analyst -Remote
Posted on: 16 Apr 2021
San Francisco, CA
Job Description
The Business Operations & Strategy team works cross-functionally across the company, focusing on high-impact strategic projects and data analyses. As a Crypto Research Analyst you will be responsible for driving Kraken’s commercial evaluation for adding new assets to the spot exchange platform while generating due diligence, marketing, and educational content about these assets in the process.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in quantitative field and at least 1 year of relevant work experience in trading, business analytics, strategy consulting, or a similar capacity
Technical understanding of how most major cryptocurrencies function 'under the hood' and ability to evaluate tokenomics
Exceptional research and analytical skills and advanced proficiency in Excel
Experience with financial modeling, discounted cash flow & ROI analysis, and valuation
Detail-oriented, with emphasis on quality
A team player that works well with various functions across the company
Responsibilities
Support sourcing, evaluation, and prioritization of crypto assets for listing on Kraken > advance Kraken's commercialization of digital assets
Support scheduling and actively participating in calls with external teams > help maximize commercial value by driving to a holistic commercialization strategy with project teams
Taking minutes during calls and maintaining documentation > documentation
Prepare due diligence materials for documentation and compliance review purposes, as well as manage inbound communications > documentation
Develop and maintain regular KPI reporting for senior leadership > reporting & process adjustments exercise
Kraken
San Francisco, CA
As one of the largest and oldest Bitcoin exchanges in the world, Kraken is consistently named one of the best places to buy and sell crypto online, thanks to our excellent service, low fees, versatile funding options and rigorous security standards -- but this is only part of the story. We’ve been on the forefront of the blockchain revolution since 2011.
Our mission is to accelerate the adoption of cryptocurrency so that you and the rest of the world can achieve financial freedom and inclusion.
Who we are
Recognizing the importance of Bitcoin from the onset, and understanding that the exchange is the most critical part of the cryptocurrency ecosystem, Jesse Powell founded Kraken to give people the means to quickly and securely invest in the space. Since then, the company has grown by leaps and bounds with hundreds of employees spanning the globe. We’re a diverse group of thinkers and doers that are dedicated to making cryptocurrency available and accessible to the world and enabling people from all walks of life to invest in their independence.
What we do
Empowering investors
Whether you’re an advanced trader or a crypto-beginner, Kraken gives you the power to chart your own financial course. Our exchange has an ever-growing number of cryptocurrency pairs for you to invest in and a slew of tools and features for you to leverage as you grow your portfolio.
Supporting institutions
From over-the-counter trading to personalized white-glove account management, Kraken is the premier cryptocurrency investing solution for institutions of all sizes. We offer exceptional liquidity and competitive pricing for all our markets so you can achieve your investment goals quickly and confidently.
Join the revolution
Since Satoshi first mined Bitcoin’s genesis block in 2009, crypto has been changing the world - and the Kraken team is leading the charge. We’re looking for talented, inspiring people who are passionate about bringing cryptocurrency to the mainstream. If you’re interested in joining Kraken, click the link below to learn more about all of our open job listings.
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