About UsSince 2015, Shakepay has been on a mission to help Canadians build long-term wealth through bitcoin. Over the past few years, we've expanded beyond buying and selling bitcoin to offer a growing suite of everyday financial products - including the Shakepay Card, direct deposit, bill payments and Interac e-Transfer - making it easier to earn, save and use bitcoin every day. Today, more than 1.5 million Canadians use Shakepay to grow their bitcoin savings and take control of their financial future as we continue to push the boundaries of what modern financial services can look like.We're regulated as an investment dealer across all Canadian provinces and territories, and backed by renowned venture capitalists with a funding of $44M. We have a passionate, loyal, and growing community, and we're looking for people who want to help us build something truly special.Our culture is built around doing work that matters, winning as a team, and celebrating success. If you're the kind of person who values growth, shipping fast, and sharing your ideas openly with a group of like-minded people, come and build with us!The RoleWe're looking for an experienced Data Scientist to join one of our cross-functional squads at Shakepay. You'll work closely with engineering and design, while also partnering across marketing, finance, and operations to help us identify growth opportunities and make smarter decisions across the business.This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, enjoys operating with high autonomy, and can turn ambiguous problems into measurable impact. You'll combine experimentation, statistical rigor, business intuition, and product thinking to influence how we grow, retain, and better serve millions of Canadians.ResponsibilitiesPartner closely with engineers and designers across our product squads to improve acquisition, activation, retention, monetization, and customer experienceCollaborate with marketing, finance, and operations teams to uncover growth opportunities and drive better business decisionsChampion and evangelize experimentation and decision frameworks that help us ship and iterate quickly with confidenceDefine KPIs and success metrics that help teams stay aligned around measurable outcomesUse statistical analysis, forecasting, causal inference,



and machine learning techniques to better understand user behavior and business performanceIdentify high-leverage opportunities proactively through deep analysis of user journeys, lifecycle behavior, conversion funnels, and financial performanceHelp shape squad and company priorities by bringing data-informed perspectives on impact, tradeoffs, and ROIBuild dashboards, models, and self-serve tools that improve visibility into growth and business performance across the organizationCollaborate with the broader data team to maintain a shared and consistent data layer that serves our stakeholders and internal agentsFoster a culture of experimentation, curiosity, and evidence-based decision-making across ShakepayRequirements5+ years of experience in data science, growth analytics, experimentation, or related roles in high-growth environmentsStrong proficiency in SQL and PythonDeep understanding of experimentation, causal inference, statistical analysis, forecasting, and KPI designStrong product and business intuition, with the ability to connect user behavior to company outcomesExperience working cross-functionally with teams such as marketing, finance, operations, or productComfortable operating autonomously and driving ambiguous projects from idea to executionStrong communication skills and the ability to influence decisions through data and clear reasoningA demonstrated ability to manage and deliver on multiple projects with high attention to detailCuriosity, speed, and a bias toward action in fast-moving environmentsSolid understanding of dashboarding and data visualization toolsWillingness to learn and grow in a quick-paced environmentFluency in English is required due to the percentage of English-speaking customers and the nature of our platformNice to HaveExperience in startup or high-growth consumer environmentsExperience with experimentation and product analytics platforms such as Posthog, Statsig, or AmplitudeExperience working with dbt, Snowflake, and modern data stacksExperience with lifecycle marketing, customer segmentation, or growth modelingExisting Shakepay customer and/or familiarity with the productInterest and enthusiasm for the possibilities enabled by Bitcoin and non-sovereign moneyWhy Join UsHelp shape the future of money: Be part of a team that's revolutionizing financial services in Canada, one sat at a time.Impact millions: As cryptocurrency continues to gain traction, our potential for growth is massive. You can help us bring Shakepay and Bitcoin to all Canadians.Grow your career: We're growing, and so can you! We have programs in place to encourage continuous learning, growth, and development.Ideas, not titles: We want the best ideas to make their way through, no matter where they come from.BenefitsBe an owner: Every employee has stock options as part of their total compensationReach your goals: Yearly salary assessmentsHealth & wellness: Access to comprehensive health and dental coverage, including health and wellness spending accountsRemote-friendly: Work from anywhere in Canada, with optional access to our office spaces in Montreal and TorontoLevel Up: A $2,000 annual budget for courses, certifications, and training to support your career growthTime off: 20 days of vacation per year. And if you use all your vacation, we give you a $1,000 bonusParental leave: Enjoy a parental leave top up to 100% of your salary for 18 weeksHave fun together: Quarterly team-specific or company-wide offsite to connect with each otherCompensationThe base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000 CAD. Base pay may vary based on factors such as years of experience, skills and qualifications. Additionally, employees are eligible for equity, pay increases based on performance, benefits including health and dental care, and paid time off.NoteWe understand that potential can be just as valuable as experience. If you're eager to learn, grow, and contribute to the mission but worry that you may not have the "right" experience, we still want you to apply. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background and life experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Data Scientist Growth (Ottawa)
🏢 Unchain Data
📍 Ottawa