Director of Data

Summary

Join TrueML, a mission-driven financial software company, as the Director of Engineering, Data. This senior leadership role demands owning and executing the data vision for TrueML Products, providing strategic and technical leadership for Data Engineering, Data Science, and Data Services teams. You will be responsible for scaling data infrastructure, enriching machine learning capabilities, and ensuring seamless delivery of data-driven products. Leading and mentoring a talented team, you'll empower the organization to leverage data assets, advancing the strategic pillar of "Trusted ML Decisioning & Insights." Your work directly impacts business outcomes for clients and their consumers. This position offers a chance to make a difference in the financial lives of people.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field or equivalent practical experience
• 12+ years of experience in a data-focused role (Data Engineering, Data Science), including 4+ years in a leadership and people management capacity; including experience managing other managers
• Proven experience leading multiple technical teams and managing other managers
• Deep technical expertise in modern data architectures, including data warehousing, ETL/ELT processes, data streaming, and cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Strong understanding of the machine learning lifecycle, from conception and model development to deployment and monitoring in a production environment
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a long-term technical strategy that aligns with business goals
• Proven ability to lead complex, long-term, cross-functional technical initiatives from concept to completion
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and guide teams across the organization
• A data-driven approach to decision-making, with experience in defining and analyzing performance metrics to measure impact and ROI
• Experience operating in a fast-paced, agile environment

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the overarching vision, strategy, and roadmap for TrueML's data platform, encompassing Data Engineering, Data Science, and Data Services
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing organization of data and engineering professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and execution
• Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance for data infrastructure, ML model development and deployment, and data delivery systems
• Collaborate with executive leadership, Product Management, and other Engineering leaders to ensure the data strategy aligns with company objectives and product needs
• Oversee the development of scalable data pipelines, robust machine learning models, and reliable data services that power our AI-driven products
• Champion best practices in data governance, data quality, MLOps , and ethical AI across the organization
• Drive the optimization of key business domains, including Consumer Engagement, Offers & Payments, and the Obligation Lifecycle, through the application of advanced data techniques
• Communicate strategy, progress, and results effectively to stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in data engineering, data science, and machine learning to ensure TrueML remains at the forefront of innovation
• Maintain a strong understanding of data privacy regulations

Benefits

• Everything you need to work remotely
• Unlimited PTO
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401k through Charles Schwab
• Flexible Spending Account, Limited FSA, and Health Savings Account- with an eligible health care package
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability plus basic life insurance
• Family-friendly maternity and paternity leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP) via Claremont. Get free short-term counseling for mental health, free + discounted legal consultations, free financial consultations, access to work/life consultants, and more!
• PerkSpot discount program. PerkSpot offers exclusive discounts to 900+ merchants nationwide, and has exclusive discounts up to 60% on hotels worldwide
• Paid time off to do volunteer work in your community
• Access to the Wellness Coach app for you and 5 family members