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Vice President, Data Science & Analytics
Location: Remote within the United States
WHO WE ARE
Inspire is the largest repository of patient-created content on the internet. We empower patients to come together for information and support throughout their health journey. Life sciences companies and academic researchers come to us to engage with and learn directly from patients.
We are seeking a visionary and execution-focused Vice President of Data Science & Analytics to lead our data organization through a transformative phase of growth. This role is pivotal in architecting a robust, scalable data infrastructure, advancing our use of AI/ML, and embedding a data-driven mindset across the business. You’ll partner cross-functionally to ensure that data is not just accessible, but actionable—fueling innovation, smarter decisions, and measurable impact.
WHAT WE NEED
Build and Scale a Modern Data Platform
- Own the end-to-end strategy and execution for a modern, scalable data infrastructure and pipeline architecture
- Ensure data quality, availability, governance, and compliance across the organization
- Drive the design and implementation of data ingestion, transformation, storage, and access layers in alignment with product and business needs
Lead AI/ML Innovation and Data Roadmapping
- Define and execute a forward-thinking roadmap for applied data science, AI, and ML use cases across our platform
- Evaluate and implement advanced analytics, predictive modeling, personalization engines, and automation strategies
- Stay ahead of industry trends to ensure our data strategy remains innovative and relevant
Advance a Culture of Data-Driven Decision Making
- Partner with stakeholders across Product, Engineering, Operations, and Commercial teams to democratize data access and elevate analytics maturity
- Embed insights and metrics into key business processes, product features, and customer journeys
- Evangelize the power of data through storytelling, actionable dashboards, and cross-functional education
Leadership and Team Development
- Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing, interdisciplinary team spanning data engineering, data science, and business analytics
- Foster a culture of curiosity, experimentation, transparency, and continuous learning
- Define organizational structure and KPIs for data excellence, aligned with broader company objectives
WHAT WE EXPECT
- Proven experience in data leadership roles, ideally within fast-paced, product-centric tech companies
- Deep expertise in data engineering, modern data stacks (e.g., dbt, Snowflake, Airflow), and scalable infrastructure
- Strong track record of delivering production-grade AI/ML solutions with business impact
- Strategic thinker with hands-on ability to drive execution and create business value
- Exceptional communication skills and a collaborative approach to cross-functional leadership
- Experience fostering data fluency and a culture of data ownership across an organization
- GENUINE: We are genuine in connection and collaboration.
- EMPATHETIC: We are empathetic to others and value diversity.
- HONEST: We are direct with respect.
- TRANSPARENT: We have transparency with integrity.
- ACCOUNTABLE: We are accountable to the company’s success and strive to create meaningful change.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
- COMPENSATION – Competitive salary and bonus
- TIME OFF – Flexible Paid Time Off
- OPTIONS – Stock options upon hire
- INSURANCE – Multiple health plans along with dental and vision coverage
- RETIREMENT – 401(k) plan with company matching
- REMOTE – Ability to work anywhere