VP, Data

Key Skills

Data Analytics, Data Engineering, Data Governance, Data science techniques, Effective communication skills, Leadership Skill, Planning and organization, Project management, SaaS

Job Description

Prodigy Education is a global leader in game-based learning, dedicated to making every student in the world love learning. We believe education should be as engaging as playing a video game—because when students love what they do, they achieve more. Learn more at www.prodigygame.com.

Through our fun, adaptive learning games, students build Math and English skills aligned with educational standards—all while being supported by robust teacher and parent tools for both classroom and at-home learning.

VP, Data

As Vice President of Data, you will shape and execute the vision for how data empowers Prodigy’s growth and mission. You'll lead our Data Engineering, Data Analytics, and Data Science teams, driving innovation, strategic insights, and a culture of data fluency across the organization. This executive-level role is pivotal in positioning data as a cornerstone of business strategy and product development.

Location: Remote across Canada and the US

Your Impact

• Develop and drive a forward-looking data vision and strategy aligned with company objectives.
• Lead high-performing teams across data engineering, analytics, and science, delivering actionable insights and scalable solutions.
• Champion the adoption of modern data tools, technologies, and best practices to fuel innovation.
• Collaborate with the executive team to embed data into strategic planning and decision-making.
• Own and manage the enterprise data roadmap, ensuring efficient resource allocation and measurable business impact.
• Guide organizational change initiatives, ensuring successful implementation of new data methodologies and tools.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations regarding data privacy and governance.
• Cultivate a data-driven mindset across all departments, promoting data literacy and impactful use of analytics.

About You

• Proven leadership of end-to-end data functions (engineering, analytics, science) in dynamic, multi-sided platform environments—preferably in B2C SaaS.
• Strong business acumen and a track record of aligning data initiatives with high-level strategic goals.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex data concepts into actionable insights for stakeholders.
• Deep expertise in data architecture, advanced analytics, and scalable data solutions.
• Experience leading digital transformation and change management initiatives.
• Strong program/project management capabilities, including roadmap ownership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Passion for mentoring and developing diverse, high-performing teams.
• Ability to influence organizational strategy and build trust with executive leadership through data-driven storytelling.
• Comprehensive understanding of data governance, privacy regulations, and compliance frameworks.

Working at Prodigy

• Be part of a mission-driven team transforming education for millions of students and teachers around the world.
• Join a workplace that encourages a Growth Mindset—for yourself, your peers, and our learners.
• Contribute to award-winning products that bring the joy of learning to life for students in grades 1–8.
• Enjoy a Total Rewards Program that supports your physical, mental, and financial wellness.
• Thrive in a culture that values transparency, collaboration, and continuous evolution. As featured in the Toronto Star: Prodigy’s secret sauce is that it sees its corporate culture as something that is built slowly from the ground up and is always evolving.