Senior Data Science Manager Algorithms

About Us

Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history.

We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world's biggest financial problems. We're looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn't a place for complacency, it's where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We're a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.

About the Role

As the Data Science Manager for the Crypto team, you will lead a high-impact team delivering insights, models, and strategies that shape Robinhood's crypto product roadmap and growth. This role partners cross-functionally with product, engineering, and executive leadership to ensure data is at the core of our strategic decisions.

This role is based in our Menlo Park, CA office, with in-person attendance expected at least 4 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and scale a team of data scientists and analytics engineers working across product and ML domains
• Partner closely with Crypto product, engineering, finance, and research teams to drive key initiatives such as international expansion, pro trader growth, and Wallet app adoption
• Deliver robust, data-driven recommendations and analyses to shape product direction, with a focus on stock tokens, perpetuals, and blockchain opportunities
• Foster a culture of excellence in analytics, experimentation, and impact within your team
• Represent Crypto Data Science in cross-functional leadership forums and contribute to overall Crypto org strategy

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in data science, including at least 2+ years of people management
• Deep experience with Python and SQL in a production or analytics environment
• Proven success in product data science roles, with a track record of delivering strategic insights and scalable solutions
• Strong understanding of the crypto ecosystem, with 3-4 years of direct experience highly preferred
• Executive presence, cross-functional influence, and outstanding communication skills

Leadership Expectations

Our ambitious roadmap requires a great culture shaped by exceptional leaders. Here's what we expect from them:

• Drive high performance by setting clear, focused goals, giving real-time feedback, stretching top talent, and scaling impact through focus, innovation, and tech
• Hire and retain top talent by setting a high bar, hiring only those who raise it, investing in onboarding, and addressing talent issues quickly and fairly
• Create community by connecting work to purpose, removing friction while prioritizing safety, building trust and inclusion, and leading from the front with integrity

Benefits

• Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career
• Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
• Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits
• Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
• Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces

Compensation

Base Pay Range (Menlo Park, CA): $247,000 - $290,000 USD

In addition to the base pay range, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities, equity, and benefits.