Launch your career at Kusama Network as a Junior Data Analyst! This entry-level role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals passionate about blockchain. Support our team by analyzing network data, transactions, and metrics using beginner-friendly tools like SQL, Excel, and Tableau. Enjoy fully remote work, hands-on mentorship, and rapid growth opportunities in decentralized tech. No extensive experience required—just enthusiasm and basics!

Kickstart your professional journey with Kusama Network, the experimental parachain network pushing the boundaries of blockchain innovation. As a Junior Data Analyst, you'll join our fully remote, global team to analyze data that powers Kusama's ecosystem, from transaction volumes to parachain auctions and crowdloans. This entry-level position is designed for those starting out, offering structured mentorship, on-the-job training, and clear paths for advancement.

Your responsibilities will focus on foundational tasks to build your skills:

• Collect and clean data from sources like Subscan API, Polkadot.js explorers, and on-chain events using Excel and Google Sheets.
• Write simple SQL queries to query databases and extract key metrics such as network activity, staking data, and user engagement.
• Create basic visualizations and dashboards with tools like Tableau Public, Google Data Studio, or Power BI to communicate insights.
• Assist senior analysts in preparing reports and identifying trends in Kusama's performance data.
• Collaborate on ad-hoc analysis requests from product, engineering, and community teams.

You'll thrive in our remote-first culture, using Slack for daily communication, Discord for network updates, Zoom for standups and one-on-ones, and Notion for documentation and knowledge sharing. Expect bi-weekly mentorship sessions with experienced data professionals, access to beginner tutorials on blockchain data, and participation in team retrospectives to foster growth.

Key technologies and methodologies you'll learn or use:

• SQL basics for querying PostgreSQL databases.
• Python introductory scripting with Pandas for data wrangling.
• Data visualization tools suitable for beginners.
• Exposure to blockchain-specific data pipelines and APIs.
• Git for version control in collaborative projects.

We prioritize learning: new hires get a personalized onboarding plan, including free access to online courses (e.g., SQL for Data Analysis, Intro to Blockchain). As you progress, opportunities arise for advanced topics like predictive modeling or real-time analytics. Kusama Network values diversity, inclusivity, and work-life balance, with flexible hours to suit your timezone.

This role is perfect if you're excited about decentralized networks and ready to contribute meaningfully while growing your expertise. With Kusama's vibrant community and cutting-edge projects, you'll gain invaluable experience in Web3 data analysis. Join us and help shape the future of blockchain!

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, or related field (or equivalent self-study/portfolio)
• Basic knowledge of SQL and spreadsheet tools (Excel or Google Sheets)
• 0-1 year of data-related experience (internships, personal projects, or coursework count)
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn blockchain concepts and tools on the job
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote teamwork
• Proficiency in English

• Fully remote work with flexible hours adjusted to your timezone
• $1,000 one-time home office setup allowance
• $100 monthly remote work stipend for internet and utilities
• Sponsored training programs and certifications (e.g., Data Analyst fundamentals)
• Dedicated mentorship from senior analysts
• $2,000 annual professional development budget for courses and conferences
• 20 days paid time off plus public holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness benefits
• Potential KSM token incentives