Lead Data Scientist, Product Platform

Job Description

Join the team that is revolutionizing how the world experiences design.

Hello, greetings, welcome!

Thank you for your interest. We understand job searching can be time-consuming, so let's get right to the details.

Where and how you will work

Our main campus is located in Sydney, with branches in Melbourne and co-working spaces in Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide. However, you have the flexibility to work from the location and setting of your choice. Whether you prefer working in an office (if one is near your location), from home or some combination of both, the choice is yours.

Your responsibilities in this role

As Canva grows, change is a constant part of our DNA, but we find that exciting. The following list details your possible tasks but keep in mind that these may evolve.

Currently, this role involves:

• Mentoring and leading a team of data scientists and analytics engineers, fostering their professional development, and keeping them engaged and motivated
• Driving the data strategy within the group, coordinating closely with Product and Engineering Leads to propel initiatives. You identify areas where your team can have the most impact and ensure it happens
• Identifying insights that give us a deeper understanding of both Canva and our customers - we expect creativity and insight rather than sticking to conventional metrics
• Proposing and carrying out experiments to move our metrics - when we scale tests to 100%, we want to see a visible impact on the relevant graph
• Developing and maintaining dashboards for your group’s initiatives and ensuring they look appealing - you don’t need to be a designer, you just need to enjoy building impressive tools
• Owning projects, data models, dashboards, and other artifacts, keeping them updated and high quality in a fast-paced environment
• Using our extensive databases to answer challenging (and enjoyable!) questions

You're likely a good fit if you have:

• Evidence of leading data specialists, defining team strategy, and establishing data roadmaps
• Experience in communicating with data and dashboards, using them to guide decisions
• Experience working with frontend performance-based datasets
• Proficient skills in SQL; familiarity with data warehouses like Snowflake, Redshift, or BigQuery is a plus!
• Experience in handling and analyzing data using Python or R
• Experience in optimizing product funnels, conducting experiments, and creating dashboards that effectively display results and outcomes
• A background in mathematics/statistics and a bachelor's degree in a STEM field is preferred, but not required
• Experience with large datasets is highly desirable, but not required
• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written - you can simplify complex topics into clear solutions and ideas. Effective stakeholder management skills are crucial for this role.

About the Team

The Product Platform team comprises over 150 diverse engineers, product managers, and product designers. The team owns various cross-functional aspects including frontend performance, Canva’s design system, and our mobile and desktop clients. We make strategic decisions based on data analysis.

What do we offer you?

Our ambitious goals keep us driven and hardworking, but you will also find plenty of fun and rewarding moments during your time at Canva. We also offer a range of benefits to ensure your success at work and beyond.

Some of the benefits we offer:

• Equity packages so you can share in our success
• An inclusive parental leave policy that supports all families
• An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to facilitate your well-being, social connection, office setup, and more
• Flexible leave options that enable you to make a significant impact, recharge, and cater to your personal needs

Visit lifeatcanva.com for more information.

Additional Information

We hire based on your skills, experience, passion, and the added value you bring to Canva and our culture. When you apply, please indicate the pronouns you use and any accommodations you might need during the interview process.

Please note that interviews will be conducted virtually.