Director Of Data And Analytics Engineering • Lead

Who you are

You have 7+ years of experience in data engineering and analytics, with a proven track record of building data products that enhance decision-making across organizations. Your leadership skills shine as you guide teams through critical growth phases, ensuring that data quality and reliability are paramount in all initiatives. You possess a deep understanding of data architecture and analytics engineering practices, enabling you to create high-quality datasets that serve both technical teams and business users effectively.

You are adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, including data platform and machine learning teams, to shape the overall vision of data at Discord. Your experience with AI technologies allows you to democratize data access through innovative solutions, such as AI-powered assistants and semantic layers. You thrive in environments where you can influence strategic decisions and drive impactful changes in data practices.

What you'll do

As the Director of Data and Analytics Engineering, you will develop and drive a strategic vision for data quality and reliability across Discord. You will partner closely with leadership across various engineering teams to shape the overall vision of data at Discord, ensuring that data products meet the needs of both technical and business users. Your role will involve leading a team of talented engineers and engineering managers, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

You will oversee the creation of self-service analytics and dashboards that empower users to access data easily and intuitively. Additionally, you will work with AI Productivity teams to build semantic layers that enhance data accessibility and usability. Your responsibilities will include strengthening the foundations of data engineering while advancing analytics engineering practices, ensuring that datasets are well-modeled and reliable.

What we offer

At Discord, you will be part of a mission-driven company that plays a crucial role in the future of gaming. We offer a collaborative work environment where your contributions will directly impact how millions of users interact with our platform. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and lead initiatives that shape the future of data at Discord. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.