Staff Data Scientist (Blockchain / Digital Assets) - Python fluency

We're growing quickly and looking for a Staff Data Scientist to join our K.ATS team. This role is ideal for someone who is excited to work at the intersection of technology, investigations, and strategy, with a particular focus on blockchain and digital asset investigations. You will help clients navigate high-stakes matters involving digital assets, financial crime, cyber-enabled misconduct, regulatory risk, and complex forensic questions in rapidly evolving technology environments. 

About the Staff Data Scientist Role

Data Scientists at Keystone work on complex, data-driven engagements involving blockchain forensics, digital asset tracing, cybersecurity, investigative analytics, and technology-related disputes and compliance matters. We support case teams in developing rigorous analyses, conducting research, interpreting technical evidence, and translating findings into clear, defensible client-ready work product. 

This role is based in Boston, New York, or Washington, D.C. and offers the opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams of consultants, data scientists, engineers, and senior experts on matters at the forefront of digital risk and innovation. 

Key Responsibilities 

Investigations and Analytical Execution 
• Support client engagements involving blockchain and digital asset investigations, cyber-enabled fraud, sanctions and compliance inquiries, and other complex technical investigative matters. 
• Conduct blockchain tracing and transactional analysis using Python and SQL across public ledgers and related data sources to identify fund flows, wallet activity, and patterns relevant to investigative questions. 
• Perform structured research and analysis related to digital assets, exchanges, custody platforms, on-chain activity, and emerging risks in the crypto ecosystem. 
• Assist in developing investigative workflows, analytical frameworks, and fact patterns that integrate technical evidence with business, regulatory, and litigation contexts. 
• Prepare clear, accurate, and well-supported analyses, presentations, and written deliverables for internal and client audiences. 

Teaming, Problem Solving, and Client Support 
• Work closely with senior team members to execute project workstreams and contribute to high-quality client outcomes. 
• Collaborate with colleagues across technical, economic, and strategic disciplines to address multifaceted investigative and regulatory challenges. 
• Translate technical findings into concise, accessible insights for non-technical stakeholders. 
• Contribute to internal knowledge building, practice development, and refinement of Keystone's capabilities in blockchain and digital asset investigations. 
• Support multiple engagements at once, demonstrating strong judgment, attention to detail, and effective prioritization.  

What You’ll Bring

• 5 years of experience in investigations, consulting, digital forensics, cybersecurity, blockchain analytics, risk advisory, data analytics, or a related field. 
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Data Science, Economics, Finance, or another relevant quantitative or technical discipline; advanced degree is a plus. 
• Experience supporting investigative, forensic, compliance, or litigation-related matters involving technology or digital assets. 
• Familiarity with blockchain ecosystems, cryptocurrency transaction analysis, and digital asset risk issues. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with complex datasets and ambiguous fact patterns. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical concepts clearly and effectively. 
• Strong attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset. 
• Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced environment on emerging issues at the intersection of technology, regulation, and investigations.