Head of Data Science
Function Health · Canada, USA
Job Description
Head of Data Science
Company: Function Health Location: Remote (Canada, USA) Employment Type: Permanent Seniority: Executive
About Function Health
Function Health is revolutionizing healthcare with its AI operating system, dedicated to empowering individuals to live healthier, longer lives. We go beyond traditional care by providing comprehensive, continuous insights into human biology. Recognized by Fast Company as one of the Most Innovative Companies of 2024 and backed by leading venture firms, Function Health has already attracted over half a million members.
Our integrated platform combines advanced lab testing, imaging, longitudinal data, and AI-driven guidance to offer members a complete view of their health and the clarity to act upon it. With a recent $298M Series B funding, we are poised for significant growth and are seeking exceptional talent who are passionate about our mission to positively impact global health.
About the Role
We are looking for a creative and passionate Head of Data Science to lead our data science initiatives. You will collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, Growth, Finance, Clinical, and Operations teams to translate complex data into actionable insights that enhance the member experience.
This is a product-centric role for a leader who understands the key drivers of user acquisition, engagement, and retention in consumer applications. You will translate this understanding into clear product direction, comfortable navigating ambiguity and thriving in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. As the leader of our Data Science team, your contributions will be critical in scaling our member experience from hundreds of thousands to millions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing Data Science team, including coaching, performance management, career development, hiring, and team operations.
- Define and execute the Data Science strategy and roadmap across Function’s consumer business, covering acquisition, activation, engagement, retention, health outcomes, marketing, finance, operations, and product experience.
- Partner with leadership across Product, Engineering, Growth, Marketing, Clinical, Finance, and Operations to prioritize high-impact Data Science work aligned with company objectives.
- Establish and refine the operating model for the Data Science function, including intake processes, prioritization frameworks, stakeholder management, and communication cadences.
- Develop and evolve core product and business measurement frameworks, including key metrics, funnels, retention strategies, experimentation standards, and executive reporting.
- Enhance company decision-making through rigorous, actionable analysis that is clearly communicated and tied to concrete business outcomes.
- Guide the team in applying appropriate analytical methods, including experimentation, causal inference, segmentation, forecasting, behavioral analysis, personalization, and outcome measurement.
- Collaborate with Data Engineering and Product Engineering to improve data infrastructure reliability and usability, enabling the Data Science team to operate efficiently.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in data science, product analytics, or applied analytics, with significant experience in consumer technology, subscription, marketplace, health-tech, or similar high-scale digital product environments.
- 4+ years of people management experience, specifically leading data scientists or product analysts. Experience leading teams of 15+ is strongly preferred.
- Proven ability to build, lead, and scale a Data Science function, including hiring, coaching, team structuring, planning, and establishing operating cadences.
- Strong product and business acumen, with a demonstrated track record of using data to influence product roadmaps, growth strategies, operational performance, and executive decisions.
- Deep expertise in product and business analytics, including funnels, retention, engagement, cohort analysis, segmentation, experimentation, causal inference, metric design, and executive reporting.
- Excellent executive communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex business problems into analytical roadmaps and clear recommendations.
- Strong technical proficiency in modern data science and analytics workflows, including SQL, statistical reasoning, experimentation, and relevant analytical tools.
- Experience with subscriptions, personalization, and lifecycle growth is a plus.
What We Offer
Function Health values its team members and offers a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working hours, and a dynamic work environment that fosters creativity and innovation. Join us to leverage technology to improve people's lives and be part of a mission-driven company.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer.
Learn more about us: Function Health
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✨ This description was enhanced by AI based on the original listing.