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Data Analyst, Index (12-month fixed term contract)

CoinDesk
London
2 weeks ago
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Overview

Data Analyst, Index (12-month fixed term contract) at CoinDesk.

CoinDesk is the most trusted media, events, indices and data company for the global crypto economy. Since 2013, CoinDesk Media has led the story of the future of money and investing, illuminating the transformation in society and culture that comes with it. Our award-winning team of journalists delivers news and unparalleled insights that bring transparency, comprehension and context. CoinDesk Events gathers the global crypto, blockchain and Web3 communities at annual events such as Consensus, the world’s largest and longest-running crypto festival. CoinDesk Indices offers expertise in digital asset indices, data and research to educate and empower investors.

In November 2023, CoinDesk was acquired by the Bullish group, owner of Bullish, a regulated digital assets exchange. CoinDesk operates as an independent subsidiary with an editorial committee to protect journalistic independence.

Role & Responsibilities
  • Run and oversee validation models
  • Perform index reconstitutions using python and other tools
  • Prepare and distribute index announcements
  • Set-up and test new indices and reference rates
  • Test and deploy updates to models
  • Address client inquiries
  • Troubleshoot and escalate issues
  • Create and maintain documentation for operational processes and controls
  • Identify and recommend improvements to processes
  • Review and update index methodologies
  • Collaborate with analysts to ensure coverage and tasks are complete
  • Work with engineers on defining technical requirements and testing releases
Requirements
  • 2+ years of experience as a quantitative developer
  • Good Excel and Python skills
  • Good knowledge of maths and statistics
  • Experience working with time series data
  • Experience working with large datasets
  • Knowledge of financial markets and derivatives
  • Analytical skills, attention to detail
  • Knowledge of API, streaming data is a plus
Seniorit y level
  • Entry level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Information Technology
  • Industries
  • Media Production
Equal Opportunity

In an effort to attract, retain, develop and promote the most qualified individuals, CoinDesk is committed to treating all applicants and employees in a nondiscriminatory manner with respect to the terms and conditions of employment, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status/service, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by applicable law. This mandate governs all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, promotion, training, education, social and recreation programs, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits.

Accommodation

CoinDesk is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the application process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request.


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