Director, Data Science & Engineering

Summary

Join Curri to build and refine our data function. As Director of Data Science and Engineering, you will evolve our modern data infrastructure to drive strategic decision-making. You will lead a small team, working closely with executive leadership. This role offers autonomy within a collaborative environment. You will translate complex data operations into actionable insights influencing business trajectory and leverage data to shape strategic business decisions. You will also mentor team members and share insights at executive meetings.

Requirements

• 8+ years in data roles, including 3+ years in a leadership position, with a track record of impact in growth environments
• Deep expertise with Snowflake and modern data stack technologies (DBT, etc.)
• Strong understanding of AI/ML implementation and operationalization in business contexts
• Proven ability to build and mentor technical teams with limited resources
• Strategic mindset that balances long-term vision with practical, iterative execution
• Excellent communication skills to share complex concepts across all levels of the organization
• Experience working effectively across departments to deliver cohesive solutions
• Self-directed work style with a bias toward ownership and accountability

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop our existing data team to maximize their potential and impact
• Refine and optimize our Snowflake-based data infrastructure, building upon the foundation we've established with Snowflake, DBT, and Metabase
• Create platforms for operationalizing generative AI across the business, building on our successful implementations in support, driver optimization, and data summarization
• Partner with the executive team to translate data insights into strategic business decisions
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Product, Finance, and other teams to ensure data solutions directly support company growth
• Identify and implement targeted infrastructure improvements that enhance system performance without unnecessary rebuilding
• Mentor team members to foster growth and continuity, resulting in strong retention and consistently high-quality work
• Share insights and perspectives at executive meetings and company All Hands, particularly around data strategy and AI initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• Thoughtful Innovation: You identify which emerging tools and methods create genuine business value versus following trends
• Team Development: You create multiplier effects by combining technical excellence with people development
• Business Impact: You connect data initiatives to concrete business outcomes rather than pursuing technical initiatives in isolation
• Strategic Communication: You confidently share insights that shape company-wide decisions while maintaining independent perspective
• Cross-functional Influence: You maintain strong relationships across the organization while delivering high impact
• Iterative Approach: You value thoughtful evolution over disruptive change, building upon what works while strategically addressing gaps

Benefits

• A chance to make an immediate, meaningful impact at a fast-growing start-up
• Significant responsibility from Day 1, with opportunities to shape our go-to-market strategy and directly contribute to company success
• Work in a remote environment with a flexible schedule
• Competitive salary, along with health, dental, vision, 401K, and equity compensation