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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director of Data Science - **Company:** Hello Innovation - **Location:** Detroit, MI, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Big Data, Data Architecture, Data Infrastructure, Data Integrity, Data Mining, Data Presentation, R (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Raw Data, SQL Databases, Snowflake - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gl2cs1 ## About the Role If you're someone who doesn't settle for the obvious, arrives each day fueled with curiosity, and is eager to shape the data science foundation at a fast-growing company, then we have the perfect challenge for you. About You + You're a modern-day MacGyver. You've never met a problem that couldn't be solved. When others want to run for the hills, you thrive and stop at nothing when others say it can't be done. + You get sh*t done. You've led small, scrappy teams to new levels of performance in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves to get the job done. + You think in systems. You have the ability to see the big picture, zoom into the details and understand how all of the pieces work together. Your natural knack for connecting the dots helps you integrate complex systems and transform complex data into actionable insights. + Complexity doesn't faze you. Amidst mountains of data and intricate problems, you remain unfazed. You instinctively navigate through the complexity, pinpointing the true north, making sense of the chaos, and guiding decisions with clarity and precision. + You're human-centered to the core . Every data point tells a story and you are fueled by finding insights to improve customer experiences. + You can't stop thinking about what's next. You have a deep understanding of current and emerging technologies and a keen insight into how they can be harnessed to drive data-driven insights and innovations. + You're a strategist at heart. You know a thing or two about business strategy and operations and are adept at harnessing data to uncover insights, forecast trends, and drive decisions that propel the business forward. Your analytical prowess bridges the gap between raw data and meaningful action, turning every challenge into an opportunity for growth. + You've mastered the art of communication. With you, data speaks. You possess the rare ability to transform complex datasets into compelling narratives, making them accessible and insightful for all. + This isn't your first rodeo. Skilled in SQL, Python, and R, you navigate platforms like Fivetran, Snowflake, and DBT with ease. Beyond technical expertise, you craft compelling data narratives, turning insights into actionable recommendations and solidifying your role as a strategic partner. ## Description + Define the future for our modern data architecture / data stack and make it a reality. + Own the build-out, evolution, and performance of our data infrastructure. + Extract, clean, and analyze large datasets, using various analytical and statistical approaches to identify patterns that lead to actionable insights. + Utilize technical expertise in quantitative analysis, experimentation, data extraction, and data presentation to formulate product & business strategies. + Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to address business and product challenges; setting the roadmap for collaboration and executing it. + Drive strategic decisions with data by measuring the impact of initiatives, enhancing decision-making efficiency, and setting, forecasting, and tracking key performance metrics for product efforts. + Use various machine learning and statistical techniques to create scalable solutions for business challenges. + Leverage data to guide product development, quantify opportunities, pinpoint challenges, and ensure we're providing the best possible experience for our customers. + Collaborate with teams to define north star and operational metrics, and design dashboards and reports that transform complex data into actionable insights for team members at all levels. + Drive a data-informed culture, ensuring our team has access to the right data at the right time. + Maintain and ensure data integrity and accuracy, identifying discrepancies and rectifying them as necessary. + Promote and implement best practices for data privacy and compliance with relevant regulations. + Stay updated with the latest in data science and related technologies, ensuring we leverage the best tools and approaches. ## Related Videos - [Data Governance in the Era of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1622-data-governance-in-the-era-of-ai) - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) ## Related Articles - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [Women in Tech: Navigating Career Transitions and Breaking Barriers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/491-women-in-tech-navigating-career-transitions-and-breaking-barriers) - [Stephan Gillich - Bringing AI Everywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/489-stephan-gillich-bringing-ai-everywhere)