Lightspeed is seeking a Director of Data Operations & Analytics to lead a global team and drive data-driven insights. The Director will partner with the business to optimize data operations and elevate data standards across the organization. This role is based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Role involves:
Leading a global team of Managers, Data Analysts, and Data Operations Analysts.
Developing and executing a comprehensive Data Operations & Analytics strategy.
Overseeing the development of data roadmaps.
Providing mentorship and support to team members.
Driving the data project roadmap.
Developing exploratory data models.
Ensuring efficient execution of daily data operations.
Monitoring data quality and ensuring data integrity.
Leading the development and adoption of analytics standards.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Implementing data governance policies and procedures.
Requirements:
Extensive experience (10+ years) in data operations, data management, or operations-related role.
At least 5 years in a leadership or mentoring position.
Strong technical skills in data ingestion, transformation, modeling, analysis, and visualization tools (e.g., BigQuery, Dataform, Looker, SQL, GitHub, etc.).
Experience with data governance, data quality management, and data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Strong business acumen.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational skills and self-starter mentality.
Lightspeed offers:
Equity for all Lightspeeders.
Flexible paid time off and remote work policies.
Health insurance.
Contributions to your pension plan - RRSP.
Health and wellness benefit of $500 per year.
Paid leave and assistance for new parents.
Mental health online platform and counseling & coaching services.
Training opportunities to grow your skills and career.
Lightspeed Commerce is a one-stop commerce platform powering businesses worldwide. Founded in Montreal in 2005, Lightspeed provides cloud-based solutions that unify online and physical operations, multichannel sales, and global payments. Serving retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries, Lightspeed's platform facilitates seamless expansion, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks. Committed to innovation and exceptional customer experiences, Lightspeed simplifies and scales merchants' operations through its comprehensive commerce solutions. With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, Lightspeed trades on the NYSE and TSX.