🚀 Head of Data Science & Analytics

Location: Barcelona Office, hybrid

Overview

We are seeking a Head of Data Science & Analytics to lead and elevate our data function at Heetch . This role blends technical expertise with strategic influence , ensuring that data is at the heart of every product and business decision.

What You’ll Do

• Leadership & Team Development
  • Mentor, coach, and develop data scientists and analysts to reach their full potential
  • Create growth opportunities within the team, ensuring they take on new challenges and expand their expertise
  • Foster a culture of analytical excellence, curiosity, and ownership
• Data Strategy & Execution
  • Define and drive the data science & analytics roadmap, aligning with business and product priorities
  • Balance predictive modelling, experimentation, and deep analytics to unlock strategic opportunities
  • Ensure best practices in data governance, quality, and scalability
• Experimentation & Decision Science
  • Scale A/B testing and causal inference frameworks to support data-driven product iteration
  • Develop methodologies to measure impact and optimise key metrics
  • Partner with PMs, engineers, and leadership to ensure data is a central part of decision-making
• Product & Business Impact
  • Leverage data storytelling and advanced analytics to influence strategic decisions
  • Bridge data science and product analytics, ensuring teams have the right tools and insights to move fast
  • Advocate for a data-driven culture, helping teams translate insights into action

Challenges You’ll Face

• Balancing technical depth with strategic priorities
• Building and maintaining alignment across diverse stakeholders
• Navigating the competitive landscape of the mobility industry
• Balancing priorities during a major tech transformation while ensuring clear communication within your team and with stakeholders

About You

• 10+ years of experience in Data Science, Analytics or a related field, with 3+ years of leadership experience
• Proven ability to recruit, develop and mentor high-performing teams
• Deep expertise in Python, SQL, and statistical modelling, with experience in production-grade data science
• Strong background in experimentation, A/B testing, and causal inference
• Ability to translate complex data insights into business actions

Bonus Points

• Experience in mobility, marketplace, or consumer tech industries
• Familiarity with ML in production and real-time analytics
• Hands-on experience with modern data platforms (BigQuery, Dataform, Vertex, Amplitude, etc.)

What We Value

• Transparency: Foster open communication and a culture of honesty.
• Empowerment: Enable teams to innovate and experiment freely.
• Learning-Oriented: Turn challenges into opportunities for growth.
• Collaboration: Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams.

Ride with Pride at Heetch

We’re all about building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone feels safe, seen and celebrated. Different backgrounds, perspectives, and vibes? Bring it on. That’s how we grow.

And hey — studies show some people (especially women and early-career folks) hold back from applying unless they tick every single box. Don’t do that. If this role sparks something in you, but you’re not sure you match everything — apply anyway. We care about potential, mindset, and energy just as much as experience.

Everyone’s welcome on the Ride

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