Vice President, Data (Remote - US)

Jobgether; United States; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid parental leave

401(k) plan with company match

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Vice President of Data to shape its data strategy and lead a high-performing organization. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years in data and analytics, along with strong leadership skills. This role involves defining scalable infrastructure, driving analytics across departments, and establishing governance frameworks. The company offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in data, analytics, or data science, with 5+ years in executive leadership.
• Proven ability to design and execute a data strategy that drives measurable business outcomes.
• Strong technical expertise in modern data infrastructure and analytics frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a high-performing data organization.
• Define and operationalize a scalable data strategy aligned with business goals.
• Drive analytics and insights to support decision-making across various departments.

Skills

Data strategy execution

Leadership and team development

Technical expertise in data infrastructure

Cross-functional communication

Knowledge of data governance

AI and machine learning

Tools

BI tools

ETL pipelines

Cloud-based environments

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a visionary and hands-on Vice President of Data to lead and shape the organization's data strategy from the ground up. In this role, you will define scalable data infrastructure, governance, and analytics frameworks that drive actionable insights across the business. You will collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to ensure data is trusted, accessible, and integral to decision-making. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-growing, dynamic environment, balancing strategic leadership with operational execution, and leveraging modern analytics and AI tools to maximize business impact. This role offers the opportunity to turn data into a competitive advantage while building a high-performing team and influencing the company's growth trajectory.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a high-performing data organization, including analytics, data science, and governance teams
• Define and operationalize a scalable data strategy aligned with business goals and product roadmap
• Drive business intelligence, analytics, and insights to support decision-making across marketing, product, finance, and operations
• Establish data governance and compliance frameworks to ensure data quality, security, and regulatory adherence (e.g., GDPR, CPRA)
• Develop predictive models and leverage machine learning to forecast outcomes and optimize customer experiences
• Partner cross-functionally to embed data-driven decision-making across the organization
• Ensure data infrastructure performance, scalability, and reliability for both analytical and operational needs
• Promote a culture of data fluency, curiosity, and innovation, including integrating emerging AI technologies into workflows

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in data, analytics, or data science, with 5+ years in executive leadership
• Proven ability to design and execute a data strategy that drives measurable business outcomes
• Strong technical expertise in modern data infrastructure, ETL pipelines, BI tools, and cloud-based environments
• Deep understanding of analytics, statistical modeling, machine learning, and experimentation frameworks
• Knowledge of data governance, privacy regulations, and compliance frameworks
• Exceptional leadership and team development skills, with experience scaling high-performing teams
• Strong cross-functional communication skills, able to translate technical insights into business impact
• Experience in consumer tech, DTC, or eCommerce preferred; global or fast-scaling environments a plus
• Hands-on builder mentality with the ability to contribute directly in early stages and scale as the team grows
• Passion for leveraging AI and emerging technologies to accelerate data-driven decision-making

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with performance incentives
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid parental leave and paid time off
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Professional development opportunities and mentorship programs
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment with flexibility and remote options