Associate Director of Data Insights

Derivative Path; Remote; CAD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm specializing in data insights is seeking an Associate Director of Data Insights in Toronto, Ontario. This role entails leading a team responsible for developing business intelligence solutions and self-service reporting tools. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in data analytics and proven skills in BI tools like Tableau and Power BI. A competitive salary ranging from $130K to $160K CAD is offered, along with bonuses and remote working options.

Benefits

Competitive bonus

23 days of PTO

Fully remote

RRSP contribution at 3%

Competitive health benefits

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or reporting.
• 2+ years managing technical teams.
• Proven experience building self-service BI programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team focused on self-service analytics.
• Own the roadmap for client-facing business intelligence capabilities.
• Design self-service reporting frameworks.

Skills

Business intelligence

Data analytics

SQL proficiency

Data visualization

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Looker

Snowflake

dbt

Job description

Who We Are

Derivative Path empowers institutions across the capital markets with innovative, AI-driven technology and expert advisory solutions. Our award-winning cloud platform supports banks, credit unions, private equity firms, hedge funds, asset managers, and insurance companies in managing interest rate, FX, and commodity risks, optimizing hedging strategies, and streamlining cross-border payments. With a client base spanning over 250 financial institutions and leading private equity firms, we deliver scalable solutions that enhance risk management and drive operational performance. Through strategic partnerships with Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, FNBO, Q2, and Jack Henry, we provide best-in-class capabilities to help clients achieve their financial objectives in an ever-evolving market.

With a team of seasoned professionals comprised of decades of industry experience, Derivative Path offers a flexible, hybrid work environment to its 125+ employees with the ability to work remotely and from one of four offices in San Francisco, New York, Chicago, and Manila. The Company is dedicated to building a diverse environment and has an unwavering commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all employees.

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about transforming complex data into compelling insights that drive decision-making? At Derivative Path, we empower clients to leverage their data through intuitive, self-service analytics and reporting capabilities.

We're seeking an Associate Director of Data Insights to lead the development and delivery of business intelligence solutions, self-service reporting tools, and data visualization capabilities. Reporting to the Director of Data & Insights, you'll manage a team responsible for ensuring our clients can easily access, understand, and act on the insights within their data.

What You Will Do

As Associate Director of Data Insights, you'll lead the team responsible for building and maintaining the analytics infrastructure that enables clients to explore their data independently. You'll own the strategy for self-service BI tools, reporting frameworks, and data visualization experiences that make complex financial data accessible and actionable.

You will manage a team ensuring they deliver intuitive, scalable, and insightful solutions that meet diverse client needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team focused on self-service analytics, reporting, and data visualization.
• Own the roadmap and execution for client-facing business intelligence capabilities, including dashboards, reports, and embedded analytics.
• Design and implement self-service reporting frameworks that enable clients to explore and analyze their data independently.
• Partner with product and client success teams to understand reporting requirements and translate them into scalable BI solutions.
• Establish analytics governance standards, report design principles, and data visualization best practices.
• Monitor usage patterns and gather feedback to continuously improve reporting capabilities and user experience.

Essential Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or reporting, with 2+ years managing technical teams.
• Proven experience building and scaling self-service BI programs in SaaS or financial services environments.
• Strong expertise in BI platforms (Tableau, Power BI, Looker, or similar) and embedded analytics solutions.
• Proficiency in SQL, data modeling, and analytics engineering frameworks (dbt, Dataform).
• Deep understanding of data visualization principles, dashboard design, and storytelling with data.
• Experience with cloud data platforms (Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery) and semantic layer technologies.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences.
• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field, Computer Science, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.

Location

• Canada

Benefits

• Competitive bonus, base salary, and equity compensation
• 23 days of PTO
• Fully remote
• RRSP contribution at 3%
• Competitive health benefits

Salary

The expected salary for this position is $130K to $160K CAD and is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity. We will consider your skills, experience, and location when determining your pay.

Equal Opportunity

Derivative Path is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any of the following: race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or gender characteristic, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. Derivative Path offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, contribution, and a generous paid time off policy.