Director Data Science at Slack

To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts.Job CategoryProducts and TechnologyJob DetailsWe are hiring a Director of Data Science to lead a global, cross-functional Data Science team focused on the evolution of the Slack product! As a leader on the Data Science team, you will deliver data and insights that drive decision-making, execution and investments for our product initiatives in a dedicated area of the business. This is a one of a kind opportunity that includes team buildup, foundation setup, and collaboration model establishment. Success requires analytical savvy, problem-solving sophistication, a willingness to roll up your sleeves and a dedication to make the highest impact possible. We are looking for someone that can think on their feet and thrives in a dynamic environment. Enterprise product experience, with an understand of the end-user will be key to this role.Slack has a positive, diverse, and supportive culture—we look for people who are curious, inventive, and work to be a little better every single day. In our work together we aim to be smart, humble, hardworking and, above all, collaborative. If this sounds like a good fit for you, why not say hello?What you'll be doing:
Build and lead a high performing DS team, drive professional development goals of the team
Set a compelling vision and prioritize work based on product strategies and overall goals
Establish strong partnership with executive level stakeholders in identifying opportunities, prioritize roadmaps, define and implement execution excellence, and coach and mentor team members
Work cross functionally with the rest of PDE org to influence product strategies and roadmaps, help build and influence a data informed decision making culture
Synthesize learnings and insights.  Communicate a data narrative around product usage, tying this into the overall Slack strategy
Work with the team to define and manage the end-to-end process: scope projects, build pipelines and datasets, synthesize results, and communicate an informed recommendation. Jump in when needed! 
Partner closely with product researchers, and when appropriate, align roadmaps and collaborate on projects to answer complex questions
Build partnership and alignment with our data cross-functional partners, including Data Engineering and Business Intelligence, to author and develop core data sets and empower operational and exploratory analysis
What you should have: 
7+ years of experience in product data science in related tech industries
2+ years experience in a product DS managerial role
Ability to build clear and concise presentations, and communicate effectively at every level of the organization
Strong project management skills
BS degree in a quantitative field (e.g. Computer Science, Economics, Physics); An advanced degree (MS, PhD) preferred
A proven record of using data to drive product teams to release new features and achieve ambitious goals
Skill-Set/Technologies used daily: Python/R, SQL, data visualization tools, data pipeline tools, descriptive machine learning, experimentation and measurementFor Colorado-based roles: Minimum annual salary of $166,600. You may also be offered a bonus, restricted stock units, and benefits. More details about our company benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.getsalesforcebenefits.com/AccommodationsIf you require assistance due to a disability applying for open positions please submit a request via this Accommodations Request Form.Posting StatementAt Salesforce we believe that the business of business is to improve the state of our world. Each of us has a responsibility to drive Equality in our communities and workplaces. We are committed to creating a workforce that reflects society through inclusive programs and initiatives such as equal pay, employee resource groups, inclusive benefits, and more. Learn more about Equality at Salesforce and explore our benefits.Salesforce.com and Salesforce.org are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Salesforce.com and Salesforce.org do not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. Salesforce.com and Salesforce.org will not pay any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Salesforce.com or Salesforce.org.Salesforce welcomes all.As a federal contractor, Salesforce is required to verify that all US-based employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you receive an offer and are unable to get vaccinated for religious or medical reasons, you may request a reasonable accommodation.