Senior Data Science Manager, Algorithms

About the Team & Role

The Crypto Data Science team is on a mission to accelerate Robinhood's position as the leading platform for crypto investors. We partner with product, engineering, finance, and research to shape the strategies behind our fastest-growing business. From launching new products to expanding internationally, our team turns complex data into clear decisions.

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 is based in our Menlo Park, CA office, with in-person attendance expected at least 5 days per week.

What You’ll Do

• 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

What You Bring

• 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, influence across teams, and outstanding communication skills

Leadership Expectations

• Drive high performance by setting clear, focused goals, giving real-time feedback, and scaling impact through innovation and technology
• Hire and retain top talent by setting a high bar and addressing talent issues quickly and fairly
• Create community by connecting work to purpose, removing friction, building trust, and leading with integrity