Director of Analytics Engineering

The Role:Gametime is seeking a strategic and technically hands-onDirector of Analytics Engineeringto lead the vision, design, and implementation of amodern, AI-ready data infrastructure . You will be responsible for establishing arobust Analytics Data Layer (ADL) , enablingreal-time insights , and ensuringdata governance and self-service accessibilityacross technical, non-technical, and agentic user personas. This role sits at the intersection ofdata engineering, analytics, platform strategy, and AI enablement , and will play a pivotal role in positioning Gametime to extract scalable business value from data at speed. Key ResponsibilitiesData Architecture & StrategyCollaborate with the Data Platform Team to implement anend-to-end design of a real-time, AI-ready architecturewith modularity, scalability, and speed in mind. Define and operationalize abest-in-class Analytics Data Layer (ADL)that integrates across marketing, product, finance, and customer experience datasets. Implement ahigh fidelity architectureusing tools like dbt, Sigma, and Snowflake to ensure high-frequency and low-latency data availability. Data Governance & ModelingOwn and drive thegovernance frameworkacross all modeled data assets, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and security across the stack. Codifystandards for testing, documentation, and accessusing dbt and CI/CD pipelines to build a trusted foundation. Enablement & ToolingArchitect systems that supportself-service analyticsacross diverse personas — including analysts, operators, product managers, and AI agents. Partner with analytics, product, and ML teams to providestructured and reusable data products . Leveragevisualization tools(e.g., Sigma, Looker, Tableau) to expose curated metrics and diagnostics via intuitive dashboards. Leadership & CollaborationLead and grow a team of analytics engineers and data modelers; act as amultiplier across the orgby documenting, mentoring, and sharing best practices. Collaborate closely with cross-functional leaders in ML Engineering, Backend, Analytics, and Finance to align data strategy with business goals. What You BringRequired8+ years in analytics/data engineering roles, with at least 3+ in a technical leadership capacity. Deep expertise indbt ,SQL ,cloud data warehouses(Snowflake preferred), andmodern data stack practices . Familiarity withdata visualization platforms(e.g., Sigma, Tableau, Power BI). A strong belief indata enablement and decentralization— paired with a disciplined approach to governance and standardization. Nice to HaveExperience architectingreal-time or near-real-time data systems . Experience with stream processing frameworks (e.g., Kafka, Flink, Spark Streaming). Prior success in scaling self-service analytics or embedded data tooling. Exposure to ML or AI workflows and how data pipelines serve model training and inference. Why Join UsAt Gametime, we believe data is one of our most powerful levers for innovation. From optimizing real-time ticketing decisions to unlocking insights for new product lines, this role offers a rare opportunity tobuild a foundational data platform that directly powers product and AI innovationat scale. What We Can Offer:Flexible PTO Competitive salary & equity package Monthly Gametime credits for any event ($1,200/yr) Medical, dental, & vision insurance Life insurance and disability benefits Diverse Family-forming benefits through Carrot Fertility 401k, HSA, pre-tax savings programs Company off-sites and meet-ups Wellness programs Tenure recognition At Gametime pay ranges are subject to change and assigned to a job based on specific market median of similar jobs according to 3rd party salary benchmark surveys. Individual pay within that range can vary for several reasons including skills/capabilities, experience, and available budget. United States - Pay Range $250,000 — $300,000 USD Gametime is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do great work together. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, veteran status, sex, parental status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our company.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-29