Head of Data, Square

Job Description
As the Head of Data you will be responsible for leading centralized Data functions for Square including Data Science + Analytics, Machine Learning, and Data Engineering teams and will be the architect of Square’s Data strategy. This role will report to the Head of Engineering & Data.
You will:
Drive the strategic direction and technical roadmap for Square’s data platform, ensuring scalability, reliability, and precision in data handling. 
Oversee the GTM Data, Data Science & Analytics, Data Engineering, and Machine Learning functions, ensuring they align with Square’s strategic objectives. 
Establish core principles for data governance at Square, setting standards for data access, accuracy, and timeliness across all data-centric teams. 
Cultivate a culture of agility, transparency, and continuous enhancement, driving product innovation and operational excellence. 
Deliver impactful insights to cross-functional partners, informing decisions and driving business performance. 
Ensure customer-focused data practices within your teams, aligning data engineering and analytics efforts with customer needs and experiences. 
Attract, develop, and maintain a top-tier data team, scaling capabilities to meet Square’s evolving data demands.