Head of Data

Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal

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Truphone

We believe that connectivity can be easier, smarter and more efficient. Since 2006, we have built state of the art SIM software, intuitive management platforms and a powerful global network to make this a reality.

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Truphone creates better connections between people, businesses and things. Since 2006, we have built state-of-the-art SIM software, intuitive management platforms, in-network call recording and a powerful global mobile network.

We are looking for a talented Head of Data to drive our data strategy. You will build and manage the data team, bring your own experience in leading high-performing teams, drive the development and evolution of our cloud-based data platforms and data infrastructure.

This role and the team will be located in Lisbon (hybrid & flexible work model). We are looking for someone who is humble, hungry and smart; with a strong track record in an integrative data role between product and technology teams at product-led growth companies.


What you will do:

• Focus on data availability, explore current databases and evaluate missing data layers;

• Drive our strategy towards data integrity, while focusing on the right architecture and its scalability;

• Build data availability models for the whole company;

• Cater to the diverse needs of the various internal and external stakeholders in relation to data;

• Own a strategic vision, being a leading voice for data at a company level;

• Mentor, support and advocate for a data-first approach;

• Implement data quality and governance practices across the organization.


What you will bring:

• At least 6+ years of experience in the data field, including 2-3 years as a Head of Data or a similar position;

• Experience in leading high-performing teams to develop analysis, modeling, experiments and data tools, following the best practices;

• Knowledge with Spark SQL, Spark Streaming, Kafka and AWS;

• In-depth knowledge of: Data Mesh, Domain-Driven-Design, Data Warehouse vs Data Lake, ETL vs ELT and batch processing and real-time streaming;

• Excellent communication skills (fluent in English, both written and spoken), with a self-motivated and autonomous mindset.


Why Truphone?

• Opportunity to work in one of the world's leading innovators in eSIM, cloud and digital solutions;

• Great team spirit with collaborative, friendly and fun environment;

• Work from one of the warmest capital cities in Europe, not only famous by the sunny weather but also because of its colorful buildings, great nightlife, fantastic food and friendly people;

• Permanent and hybrid contract, with flexible working hours;

• Health Insurance from the start date;

• Meal allowance paid via Meal Card;

• Flex benefits, including transportation and more;

• Access to our internal referral program;

• Computer and mobile device with 10G of internet;

• Generous PTO, higher than provided by law, and additional day-offs apart from the usual holidays balance, including your birthday day off.


Truphone is an equal opportunity employer that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work everyday. We support diversity, we are committed to equal and fair treatment; and we embrace our people regardless of how they identify themselves or who they love.


Apply for this position by sending us your resume (in English) or a link to your LinkedIn profile.

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Tags: Architecture AWS Data quality Data strategy Data warehouse ELT ETL Kafka Spark SQL Streaming

Perks/benefits: Flex hours Flex vacation Health care Startup environment

Region: Europe
Country: Portugal
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Category: Leadership Jobs

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