VP of Data Science & Engineering

Vega is Hiring! VP of Data Science & Engineering for our direct Client located in Brooklyn, N.Y. Our direct client is seeking to place VP of Data Science & Engineering. Seeking a dynamic and strategic leader with experience in IT, specializing in leading data-driven transformations for AI & machine learning initiatives. We are looking for a hands-on VP of Data Science & Engineering who can both build and architect while helping shape the future product and IP of the company. This is not a pure leadership role. You will be in building pipelines, structuring data, and solving real problems, while also influencing what the company builds next. What You ll

Do:

Build and optimize data pipelines and infrastructure across portfolio companies Collaborate directly with CFOs, CEOs, and PE stakeholders to solve data challenges Lead and execute data integration, cleaning, and structuring efforts Help define and shape product direction and internal IP Identify opportunities for AI-enabled capabilities within the platform Collaborate closely with founders on client delivery and scaling execution Contribute to building a repeatable, scalable data product offering What We re

Looking For:

Strong experience in data engineering / data architecture Comfortable being hands-on (this is critical) Experience with tools such as Snowflake, data warehousing, ETL pipelines Ability to think beyond execution and contribute to product strategy Curiosity and interest in AI applications (deep AI expertise not required) Strong problem-solving mindset with a builder mentality Ability to operate in a fast-moving, ambiguous startup environment Experience working with private equity or portfolio companies Exposure to finance systems and FP&A data environments Having Startup or high-growth experience is a big plus! If you are looking for the next step in your career - select "Apply Now" and a Vega staffing specialist will reach out to you.