Director, Data Science & Engineering

The role:Join Curri to build and refine our data function with purpose and vision. As Director of Data Science and Engineering, you'll thoughtfully evolve our existing modern data infrastructure to drive strategic decision-making across the organization. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact at a growth-stage startup by translating complex data operations into actionable insights that directly influence our business trajectory.
You'll lead a small, talented team (currently 3 members) while working closely with our executive leadership to shape how we leverage data. This role offers the autonomy to "make data your baby" while working within a collaborative environment that values both technical excellence and thoughtful implementation.

What you will do:

• Lead and develop our existing data team to maximize their potential and impact
• Refine and optimize our Snowflake-based data infrastructure, building upon the foundation we've established with Snowflake, DBT, and Metabase
• Create platforms for operationalizing generative AI across the business, building on our successful implementations in support, driver optimization, and data summarization
• Partner with the executive team to translate data insights into strategic business decisions
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Product, Finance, and other teams to ensure data solutions directly support company growth
• Identify and implement targeted infrastructure improvements that enhance system performance without unnecessary rebuilding
• Mentor team members to foster growth and continuity, resulting in strong retention and consistently high-quality work
• Share insights and perspectives at executive meetings and company All Hands, particularly around data strategy and AI initiatives

What you need to have:

• 8+ years in data roles, including 3+ years in a leadership position, with a track record of impact in growth environments
• Deep expertise with Snowflake and modern data stack technologies (DBT, etc.)
• Strong understanding of AI/ML implementation and operationalization in business contexts
• Proven ability to build and mentor technical teams with limited resources
• Strategic mindset that balances long-term vision with practical, iterative execution
• Excellent communication skills to share complex concepts across all levels of the organization
• Experience working effectively across departments to deliver cohesive solutions
• Self-directed work style with a bias toward ownership and accountability

What will make you stand out:

• Thoughtful Innovation: You identify which emerging tools and methods create genuine business value versus following trends
• Team Development: You create multiplier effects by combining technical excellence with people development
• Business Impact: You connect data initiatives to concrete business outcomes rather than pursuing technical initiatives in isolation
• Strategic Communication: You confidently share insights that shape company-wide decisions while maintaining independent perspective
• Cross-functional Influence: You maintain strong relationships across the organization while delivering high impact
• Iterative Approach: You value thoughtful evolution over disruptive change, building upon what works while strategically addressing gaps

What is in it for you?

• A chance to make an immediate, meaningful impact at a fast-growing start-up.
• Significant responsibility from Day 1, with opportunities to shape our go-to-market strategy and directly contribute to company success.
• Work in a remote environment with a flexible schedule. We don’t micromanage and want to help you do great work.
• There is no work/life—there is only life, and we want your time at Curri to be life-giving and foster the best version of you. We care about family and your personal development and don't expect you to always be engaged with work.
• Competitive salary, along with health, dental, vision, 401K, and equity compensation.

Who are we?We are Curri and our mission is to be the way the world delivers construction and industrial supplies. Curri provides on-demand, last-mile logistics for construction and adjacent industries with our nationwide fleet of cars, trucks, and flatbeds. Curri was founded in 2019 and was a part of the YC S19 Batch. Employees work out of our office in Ventura, CA, but the majority of our fast-growing start-up operates remotely, with over 100 employees spread across the United States. We're solving a massive, global problem of inefficiency in the construction industry. We imagine a world of efficient construction sites resulting in a net win for the entire world. Find out more at curri.com.