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Director of Data Science & Analytics

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Director of Data Science & Analytics

Location: San Francisco (Remote Eligible)

Salary: $230-260k base + equity

We’re seeking a Director of Data Science & Analytics to lead a high-performing team and foster a data-driven culture that powers strategic decision-making for our client—a rapidly growing travel platform backed by top investors. As they scale, they’re looking for a visionary leader to define their analytics strategy and drive data-informed growth.

What You’ll Do:

  • Mentor and grow a team of data scientists and analysts, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and impact.
  • Leverage statistical modeling and machine learning to forecast business trends, optimize pricing, and enhance customer experiences.
  • Design, implement, and analyze experiments to measure the impact of product changes, marketing campaigns, and operational improvements.
  • Define frameworks for data governance, quality, and infrastructure to ensure accuracy, consistency, and accessibility of insights across the company.
  • Partner with Product, Finance, Marketing, Sales, and Operations to develop key metrics, analyze performance, and provide actionable recommendations.
  • Oversee the development of automated dashboards and self-service analytics tools to empower teams with real-time insights.

What We’re Looking For:

  • 10+ years of experience in data analytics or data science, including 5+ years in leadership roles.
  • Strong background in predictive analytics, statistical modeling, and A/B testing methodologies to drive data-driven decision-making.
  • Expertise in SQL, Python, or R, with experience in BI tools like Looker, Tableau, or Sigma.
  • Proven ability to translate data into actionable insights that drive measurable business impact.
  • Experience working cross-functionally and influencing executive stakeholders.
  • Background in B2B SaaS or travel industry is a plus.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field required; Master’s or MBA preferred.