Manager, Data Science and BI

Key Skills

Data Analysis, Data science techniques, Machine learning techniques, Python Programming, SQL, Tableau

Job Description

We are looking for a Manager of Data Science and Business Intelligence to lead a horizontal team of Data Scientists, Data Analysts and a Technical Program Manager. You will be the essential cog in the wheel and support the entire Bl, BI-Ops and Data platform team by partnering with the org in supporting strategic Data Science, Bl and Data platform initiatives. In this role, you will seek to provide scale to our existing Bl & BI-Ops operations by managing a horizontal team of analytics professionals sitting in a remote location, in India. As part of your role, you will liaise with our data platform team and provide technical program management support on horizontal data initiatives by developing business specifications for engineers, data governance, and advocating broader data literacy.

In 2005, Smartsheet was founded on the idea that teams and millions of people worldwide deserve a better way to deliver their very best work. Today, we deliver a leading cloud-based platform for work execution, empowering organizations to plan, capture, track, automate, and report on work at scale, resulting in more efficient processes and better business outcomes.

You will report to our VP of Data Science and Business Intelligence located in our Bellevue, WA office, or you may work remotely from anywhere in the US where Smartsheet is a registered employer.Our team focuses on distributed decision making that rewards ownership, transparency, and collaboration. Learn more about our platform here: Smartsheet Overview Video

You Will:

• Lead a remote team (Data analysts and data scientists) to enable data-driven discovery, data self-serve and data insights through Machine Learning for strategic priorities of Smartsheet
• Understand Smartsheet's business model, identify opportunities & drive impact through analytics & machine learning,
• Work at the intersection of business, Bl, and the data platform team to ensure support for all Machine Learning initiatives across the lifecycle, from inception and conception, to development and production
• Lead strategic analytics initiatives and present insights to senior leaders and stakeholders to drive actions and impact
• Be an evangelist for all our data assets and promote data literacy and advocacy across the organization
• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure their questions & needs are addressed to ensure adoption of the solutions we build
• Work alongside the Data Platform team and provide technical program management functions to support multiple horizontal initiatives to include; compliance, data governance, prioritization & business specifications for ingestion process, building Machine Learning pipelines, and optimizing systems costs
• Develop cross-team relationships with other Bl and Data Platform leaders to ensure we are meeting existing and future analytics needs
• Potential to hire, develop and coach a team of talented data, Bl and analytics professionals
• Support other duties as needed

You Have:

• 6-8 years related experience in data science, business intelligence and analytics experience
• 3+ years previous management experience, especially in managing a remote team located outside of the US
• Critical thinking with analytical & solutioning skills; strong sense for business success
• Excellent problem structuring, identification and resolution skills
• Hands-on experience in statistics, machine learning languages (e.g., Python), Bl tools (e.g., Tableau) and SQL
• Ability to synthesize complex issues into easy to understand concepts and structuring executive presentations
• Demonstrated ability to work in ambiguous situations and across organizational boundaries
• BS or MS in Computer Science, Data Science, Research, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience

Perks & Benefits:

• HSA, 100% employer-paid premiums, or buy-up medical/vision and dental coverage options for full-time employees
• Equity - Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) for eligible roles
• Lucrative Employee Stock Purchase Program (15% discount)
• 401k Match to help you save for your future (50% of your contribution up to the first 6% of your eligible pay)
• Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity
• Flexible Time Away Program, plus Incidental Sick Leave
• US employees are automatically covered under Smartsheet-sponsored life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plans
• US employees receive 12 paid holidays per year
• Up to 24 weeks of Parental Leave
• Personal paid Volunteer Day to support our community
• Opportunities for professional growth and development including access to LinkedIn Learning online courses
• Company Funded Perks, including a counseling membership, local retail discounts, and your own personal Smartsheet account
• Teleworking options from any registered location in the U.S. (role specific)

Smartsheet provides a competitive base salary range for roles that may be hired in different geographic areas we are licensed to operate our business from. Actual compensation is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, level of professional, educational experience, skills, and specific candidate location. In addition, this role will be eligible for a market competitive incentive opportunity and some roles may be eligible for a RSU stock grant upon accepted offer. California & New York: $145,800-$210,600. All other US States: $135,000-$195,000

Get to Know Us:

At Smartsheet, we’ve created a place where everyone is welcome — people from all over the world, all backgrounds, all ages, all colors, and all beliefs working side by side. Here, everyone can make a difference and empower others to do the same. You’re encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn’t precisely match our job description—if your career path has been nontraditional, that will set you apart. At Smartsheet, we empower everyone, everywhere to change the way the world works—join us!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Smartsheet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment with the best employees. We provide employment opportunities without regard to any legally protected status in accordance with applicable laws in the US, UK, Australia, Japan, Costa Rica, and Germany. If there are preparations we can make to help ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.