Location of Job: Remote- Canada
We are seeking an outcome-focused Director of Data Solutions with a proven ability to align data science and data analytics with strategic business needs. The ideal candidate will lead our small but impactful data science and analytics teams to ensure clear demonstration of business value in every project. This individual must be an exceptional communicator and mentor, skilled in fostering collaboration among stakeholders---especially Product Management---and in articulating a compelling data solutions vision that drives growth and innovation.
Essential Functions
- Leadership and Team Management:
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Develop and execute the overall data science and machine learning strategy.
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Advocate our vision and strategy to the data science team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
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Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of data scientists, machine learning engineers, and data analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth for all individuals.
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Champion the ethical development of data science models, implementing rigorous measures to eliminate bias and ensure validity.
- Solution Delivery:
- Collaboration and Communication:
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Collaborate with a diverse and globally distributed team to understand the problems our products and customer face, manage your team to develop solutions and educate our stakeholders on the solution and the science behind it.
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Communicate the benefits and trade-offs of using external data science services and open-source models vs. building our own.
- Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
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Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in data science and in the e-commerce market.
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Drive a culture of continuous improvement, exploring and adopting innovative approaches to data solutions.
Technologies We Use
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Python, R, Scala, Tensorflow, Sagemaker, Bedrock
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AWS, Docker, Kubernetes
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PostgreSQL, MySQL, Trino, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Snowflake
