Director of Data

Sweep is hiring a Director of Data to work on our sustainability data management platform.

Climate change is the defining challenge of our era, and technology is at the center of the fight. Sweep is arming companies with tools to manage their climate impact, thereby contributing to a better future for everyone.

What will I be doing?

As part of the engineering team, you will work on supporting the development of the SaaS product, enabling data analytics and management across the company by overseeing the data strategy of the organization.

To be more specific, this includes:

1. Support development of data features of the core product
   • Build, maintain and manage data pipeline to feed ML projects to support feature development
   • Set up data governance for production and test data
   • Oversee data collection, storage, analysis, and security to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance
2. Internal data insights
   • Build internal application and pipeline to support analytics need for all stakeholders
   • Identify data needs and provide strategic insights
   • Drive data-driven decision-making across the organization
3. Be a team citizen
   • Build, lead and manage a team of data professionals, including analysts, scientists, and engineers
   • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support their needs
   • Foster a data culture across the organization
4. Pursue quality
   • Implement data quality improvement initiatives
   • Ensure that systems are safe and secure against cybersecurity threats
   • Stay current with industry trends and advancements in data technologies

What do I need to bring?

Glad you asked. This is who we’re looking for:

Qualifications

• Extensive experience (typically 5+ years) in data management and analytics roles
• Strong technical background in data architecture, and advanced modeling techniques
• Experience with agile development methodologies
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and technologies (e.g., Python, R, Maths)
• Experience in people management

Qualities

• A passion for problem-solving, creating solutions, and building products
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and autonomous
• A strong team player who values quality software and clean code
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborator at heart
• Committed to our mission of creating a better future for all of us

What’s in it for me?

You will be joining an exciting young business that has the humble ambition to change the world. With a proven track record in starting companies, we’re planning to hit the ground running and have an impact fast. Joining this journey right at the beginning allows you to really help shape our path.

Our hybrid work model, with hiring focused around our head offices in Paris, London, and Montpellier, allows us to balance our personal and professional lives while staying connected and engaged with colleagues and clients.

We’re big believers in creating successful businesses that are good for everyone, including society and the planet. That’s why we have a B Corporation status.

We think this will be the ride of our lives. And maybe yours, too.

At Sweep, we are dedicated to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equality. We believe that a diverse talent pool drives performance and sparks innovative ideas. We ensure equal opportunities for everyone, free from discrimination. Join our team and help build a sustainable future where everyone can thrive!

Benefits (non-exhaustive list)

• Lunch voucher
• Health insurance entirely free for you and your family
• RTT
• Trust and flexible working hours
• Personal development training fund
• Global and team offsites
• Hybrid environment (At least 1 day per week at the office)

This is a full-time position based in one of our French hubs (Paris or Montpellier). Although there are job openings in both cities, only one position is available.