Director of Business Intelligence
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Begin has a new opportunity for a Director of Business Intelligence to join our growing team! This role can be remote-based in select US locations*.Begin is an award-winning educational technology company with worldwide impact. With products that are as effective as they are fun, Begin's family of brands builds critical skills for school and life.We're a diverse team of talented people passionate about creating educational content kids love. At Begin, we have the rare opportunity to make a dent in the universe by bringing high-quality at-home learning to kids globally!Reporting to our VP of Operations and Strategy, the Director of Business Intelligence will lead a team of data analysts to deliver high-value analysis and reporting that enables decision-makers across the company. This individual will be responsible for developing a deep understanding of the levers of our business and leading a team to deliver accurate, actionable insights to enable Begin's growth. The position requires a strategic thinker with proven experience in managing analysts, producing and socializing actionable analyses, and delivering insights from variable data sources. The ability to collaborate cross-functionally, including excellent communication skills, is a must.You will:Lead the Business Intelligence function for all of Begin, coaching and enabling a team of data analysts to produce data products that inform Begin, Little Passports, HOMER and codeSpark brands.Develop a deep understanding of Begin's business needs, data architecture, and data literacy to build data products that enable the business to make decisions quickly and confidently.Collaborate with stakeholders across the company, such as Marketing, Learning, Product Management to understand and solution data needs, balancing the short and long term.Roll up your sleeves and create your own analyses, including leading ad hoc investigations when performance or other issues arrive, coordinating multiple functions to find the solution.Lead and iterate on the process for how work gets done, actively prioritizing the analyst team's work to balance short and long term business needs.Partner closely with Data engineering to build an architecture and process that supports the present and future of the business, acting as a crucial link between stakeholders and the DE team.Must Haves:10+ years of business intelligence experience, including hands-on experience using statistical techniques to translate complex data sets into simple business recommendations.3+ years experience leading and developing teams of analysts.Best-in-class analytical rigor and a passion for using data to find opportunities and insights others can't see.Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in highly-complex data environments.Strong experience with SQL and data viz tools, with the ability to write efficient queries on large data sets.Highly adaptable, strategic mindset, with an entrepreneurial attitude.Nice-to-Haves:Experience in data leadership in startup environments.Familiarity with Python, enough to coach and edit.Experience with membership-based business models.We like people who:Are open to suggestions, collaborative, and thrive in team environmentsLove and are willing to learn new technologies and stylesAre scrappy, entrepreneurial with the ability to turnaround high-quality projects quickly without depending on a large teamWhat you'll get:Begin offers competitive compensation including equity and full benefits.Smart, passionate, and engaged co-workers.Excellent top-tier Medical/Dental/Vision benefitsThe chance to have a big impact, quicklyThe rare opportunity to make a dent in the universe. We're bringing a love of reading and learning to children globally!*Remote Locations: AL, CA, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, KS, MA, MN, MT, NV, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA.Begin is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.At Begin, we are committed to building a diverse team of talented people who are passionate about creating educational content kids love. We believe in fostering a culture where productivity can flourish, one that is empathetic, respectful, and inclusive. At Begin, we know that diversity, equity, and inclusion aren't just an idea, a one-time initiative, or phrases to throw into a job post: they're a daily practice and an ongoing conversation. We survey our team about inclusivity, run training on DEI topics, and have a committee to ensure we are all continuing to learn and grow.The pay range for this role is:150,000 - 180,000 USD per year (Remote - United States)#J-18808-Ljbffr