Director, Data Science
1 month ago
Job Title: Director, Data Science
Company: 021 Strategic
Location: Remote
Position Type: Full-time (remote)
About 021 Strategic: Zero to One Strategic is a specialized consultancy dedicated to helping Canadian companies unlock non-dilutive funding through the SR&ED program, grants, and government incentives. We aim to maximize revenue for Canadian innovators in technology, green energy, health tech, and other high-impact sectors.
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Data Science to lead and expand our data science initiatives. This individual will oversee the execution of data-driven strategies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure that data science contributes effectively to the company's objectives. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, deep technical expertise, and a proven track record in leading data science teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership: Define and drive the overall vision and strategy for the data science department to align with company goals.
- Project Oversight: Oversee the development of data science projects, ensuring quality and adherence to best practices, timelines, and business needs.
- Data Strategy and Architecture: Collaborate with engineering teams to design and enhance data pipelines, storage solutions, and data architectures.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to identify opportunities for leveraging data to drive business solutions.
- Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest data science trends, tools, and methodologies to introduce new and innovative solutions.
- Performance Metrics: Establish KPIs to measure the impact of data science initiatives and communicate results to stakeholders.
- Risk Management: Identify potential risks in data handling and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring data privacy and compliance with relevant regulations.
Qualifications:
- Educational Background: Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years in data science or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and advanced analytics. Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire data science teams and collaborate with senior leadership.
- Analytical Thinking: Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical capabilities with a strategic mindset.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and concise manner.
- Business Acumen: Strong understanding of how data science can impact business decisions and drive value.
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