Head of Data, Block
Square
$351-526.4k
+ Employee Stock Purchase Program
Office located in Oakland, CA
Financial services ecosystem
Job no longer available
Financial services ecosystem
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
$351-526.4k
+ Employee Stock Purchase Program
Office located in Oakland, CA
1001+ employees
Company mission
To create better tools to help everyone access the economy.
Role
Who you are
- 15+ years relevant experience in data related fields: Data Analytics, Data Engineering, and/or Machine Learning; 10+ years of experience managing scaled data teams
- Demonstrated experience in leading data-focused teams, with a proven track record of developing talent and building high-performing data organizations
- Extensive experience in leading data teams (data science, analytics, and data engineering) with a solid foundation in deploying advanced data strategies in corporate settings
- Proven ability to build influential relationships and drive data-centric decision-making across product and functional teams
- Adept at leading cross-disciplinary projects, showcasing an ability to foster collaboration and drive outcomes across various business units
- Deep understanding of data architecture principles and best practices, with a strategic mindset towards building scalable data ecosystems
- Proficiency in a range of data technologies and tools (such as SQL, Looker, and Python) with a focus on developing the technical acumen of the team in these areas
- Experience in applying a spectrum of data science methodologies to address real-world business problems, from statistical analysis to machine learning, enhancing product value and customer experience
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate the value of data to leadership and all levels of the organization
- Excellent communication skills and can articulate a strategy in a concise manner to ensure stakeholders feel included, informed, and aligned on expectations
What the job involves
- As the Head of Data you will be responsible for leading centralized Data functions for Square including Data Science + Analytics, Machine Learning, and Data Engineering teams and will be the architect of Square’s Data strategy. This role will report to the Head of Engineering & Data
- Drive the strategic direction and technical roadmap for Square’s data platform, ensuring scalability, reliability, and precision in data handling
- Oversee the GTM Data, Data Science & Analytics, Data Engineering, and Machine Learning functions, ensuring they align with Square’s strategic objectives
- Establish core principles for data governance at Square, setting standards for data access, accuracy, and timeliness across all data-centric teams
- Cultivate a culture of agility, transparency, and continuous enhancement, driving product innovation and operational excellence
- Deliver impactful insights to cross-functional partners, informing decisions and driving business performance
- Ensure customer-focused data practices within your teams, aligning data engineering and analytics efforts with customer needs and experiences
- Attract, develop, and maintain a top-tier data team, scaling capabilities to meet Square’s evolving data demands
Our take
Block is a financial services technology company comprising of Square, Cash App, Spiral, TIDAL, and TBD. Its biggest brand, Square, offers hardware and software for small to medium-sized businesses enabling them to manage the entire payment lifecycle. It functions similarly to Shopify and Stripe, but has paired online payment processing with physical devices such as registers, payment terminals, and mobile card readers.
The business was originally founded as Square in 2009 by Jack Dorsey of Twitter fame. Already well-established with SMEs all over the globe, Square has significantly benefited from the increased demand for mobile payment systems. Its order management feature remains a go-to tool for small businesses that otherwise didn't have the proper infrastructure in place when demand for home delivery surged.
Square rebranded as Block in December 2021, with the Square brand name remaining in place for their seller business. The company has since come under fire for its security practices, facing lawsuits in relation to a major breach of CashApp user data, and in 2024 announced plans to reduce its workforce in order to cut costs. Despite these setbacks, there is every chance the business will move past this, though it may take some time to rebuild trust in its product.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
19% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Healthcare coverage (Medical, Vision and Dental insurance)
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Plans including company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Wellness programs, including access to mental health, 1:1 financial planners, and a monthly wellness allowance
- Paid parental and caregiving leave
- Paid time off (including 12 paid holidays)
- Paid sick leave (1 hour per 26 hours worked (max 80 hours per calendar year to the extent legally permissible) for non-exempt employees and covered by our Flexible Time Off policy for exempt employees)
- Learning and Development resources
- Paid Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
Company HQ
SoMa, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
Jack Dorsey
(CEO)Having studied at and dropped out of New York University, Jack founded Twitter in March 2006, where he has served as CEO since. He co-founded Square with Jim in February 2009, and has remained its CEO ever since.
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