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Canva

Founded in 2012, Canva offers an online graphic design and publishing platform used by millions of people across the globe. As an employer, Canva offers flexibl

Head of Platform Data Science

Location

New Zealand

Posted

134 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Lead

English

Job Description

Head of Platform Data Science

Canva

• Coaching a team of ~20 data specialists across three teams: Product Platform Data, Infrastructure Data, and Central Data Science • Partnering closely with Platform and Infrastructure Engineering leaders to shape and execute Canva’s Platform and Infrastructure data strategy • Responsible for overseeing the data science roadmap of core data infrastructure such as Canva's Experimentation Platform • Driving technical excellence and championing data-informed decision-making around platform performance, system reliability, and developer productivity • Leading analytics projects that influence how Canva builds scalable systems to serve billions of users • Enabling strategic investments in AI and advanced analytics to improve cost optimization, capacity planning, and system observability • Owning project prioritisation and capacity planning across three highly specialized and interconnected data teams

Job Requirements

  • You’ve led high performing data science and analytics teams responsible for delivering impact at scale
  • You can shape data roadmaps and partner effectively with engineering and product stakeholders
  • You have deep knowledge of experimentation platform design, system performance analysis, automation and scaling of data systems and processes
  • You’re a clear communicator who can bridge the gap between technical and business audiences
  • You’ve successfully managed complex projects across multiple teams with different mandates
  • You’re excited by the opportunity to elevate how data shapes decision-making at scale.

Benefits

  • Equity packages - we want our success to be yours too
  • Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
  • An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more
  • Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports you personally

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