Sr Data Science & Analytics - Interim Director | Alameda, CA (Onsite) | Contract

Job Title: Sr Data Science & Analytics - Interim Director

Location: Alameda, CA (Onsite)

Duration: 12 Months

Experience: 15+ yrs

Work mode: 4 days a week office

Type: Contract

Job Description:

Interim Director, Data Science & Analytics

This position is holding the fort until the Director comes back to work to Lead and develop a high-performing team of Data Scientists and Product Analysts.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of Data Scientists and Product Analysts, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous growth.
• Serve as Product Owner for the Lingo Data Platform, defining strategy, requirements, priorities, and roadmap execution.
• Own and drive the AI, Data Science, and Analytics roadmap, including the development of customer-facing capabilities and AI-powered experiences.
• Oversee the design, deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement of production machine learning models and analytical solutions.
• Serve as Product Owner for the Product Analytics ecosystem (Amplitude), ensuring scalable measurement frameworks and actionable insights.
• Champion a data-driven culture through experimentation, analytics best practices, measurement frameworks, and evidence-based decision making.
• Define, own, and monitor divisional and product performance metrics, ensuring alignment with business objectives and strategic goals.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to Product, Design, Engineering, Marketing, and Business leaders to translate complex data into actionable insights and drive product, customer, and growth strategies.
• Identify and leverage emerging technologies, AI advancements, and industry best practices to accelerate innovation and business impact.
• Mentor and coach team members, establishing clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and supporting professional development and career growth.
• Build organizational capability in data science, analytics, experimentation, and AI across the company.

About Next Gen Software Solutions:

Next Gen Software Solutions is a trusted provider of IT Staffing and consulting services dedicated to empowering businesses with cutting-edge technology solutions and exceptional talent. We specialize in delivering tailored IT consulting services, innovative software solutions, and connecting businesses with highly skilled IT professionals. Founded and led by a dedicated U.S. Army solider, Next Gen Software Solutions is deeply rooted in the core values of integrity, discipline, commitment, and experience-principles that guide every aspect of our operations.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Next Gen Software Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees and applicants are treated respect and dignity. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.