Head of Data
HeadwaySalary not specified
- Full Time
- Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Data ManagementIndustries
Requirements
Candidates are required to have 8-10 years of hands-on experience in big data technologies, including proficiency in pySpark, dbt, and Databricks, along with 5+ years of experience directly managing Data or Analytic Engineers. They must also possess experience designing and implementing performant, flexible data architectures, incorporating testing, observability, and data quality alerting, and demonstrate experience conducting code reviews to ensure engineering quality, and experience developing solutions that meet HIPAA standards.
Responsibilities
As the Director, Data Engineering, the individual will lead, attract, and grow technical talent, develop and drive strategic roadmaps for scalable data architecture and data pipelines, directly manage data engineers and contractors, partner with the CISO to ensure compliance with HIPPA and privacy standards, distill complexity for various audiences, build cross-functional relationships with other technology leaders, effectively prioritize tradeoffs, explore new technologies, and model tenacity and resilience in daily tasks.
Skills
pySpark
dbt
Databricks
Data Architecture
Data Pipelines
Testing
Observability
Data Quality Alerting
Code Reviews
HIPAA
Privacy Standards
Headspace
Digital health platform for mindfulness and meditation
About Headspace
Headspace is a digital health platform focused on mindfulness and meditation, aimed at helping individuals improve their mental and physical well-being. The platform offers guided meditation sessions, daily mini-meditations, and exercises tailored for various needs such as sleep, stress, and anxiety. Users can access a limited selection of content for free, but a subscription to Headspace Plus unlocks the full range of services. This subscription model not only provides a steady revenue stream but also allows users to access comprehensive tools for mental health improvement. Headspace distinguishes itself from competitors by offering free access to its premium service for unemployed individuals, showcasing its commitment to supporting mental health during difficult times. The company's goal is to enhance the overall well-being of its users through accessible mindfulness practices.
Key Metrics
Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$170.6MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, HealthcareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees