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About the Role

Lightspeed is seeking a Senior Data Strategist to drive innovative, high-value data initiatives. This role focuses on the end-to-end data lifecycle, including transformation, analytics, and data science, with an emphasis on proof-of-concept projects to inform the larger data strategy.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end data projects across multiple areas of the organization, focusing on high-potential impact proof-of-concept projects.
• Manage the full data lifecycle from discovery and hypothesis development to data exploration, modeling, implementation, and impact measurement.
• Identify and pursue data projects with high potential value by understanding business areas.
• Solve complex technical problems using proof-of-concept and exploratory solutions.
• Design and execute A/B tests and other experimental frameworks, including statistical analysis and causal inference.
• Measure project impact using thoughtful and creative techniques.
• Ensure clear communication and alignment with key stakeholders through compelling data narratives and visualizations.
• Lead the development and adoption of analytics standards and methodologies.
• Develop a deep understanding of business processes, systems, and data architecture.
• Drive continuous improvement within the Data Strategy Team by enhancing data processes, systems, and quality.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with data professionals across the organization.
• Demonstrate professional empathy by understanding stakeholder needs and building relationships across technical and non-technical teams.
• Identify and prioritize strategic group initiatives for the Data Office roadmap.
• Collaborate with other data professionals to transition validated projects into scalable, robust solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree.
• 5+ years of experience in data analytics, data science, data strategy, data engineering, or analytics engineering.
• Proven business acumen to align data initiatives with strategic objectives.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
• Creative mindset and strong intellectual curiosity.
• Expertise in statistical and predictive modeling, data mining, and advanced analytics techniques.
• Advanced SQL skills for querying and managing relational databases.
• Expert-level proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Looker, Tableau, or Power BI).
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Google Cloud, Azure, or AWS).
• Understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, and data pipeline development.
• Familiarity with modern data transformation tools such as dbt or Dataform.
• Experience with version control, collaboration, and workflow management (e.g., Github).
• Excellent communication skills, including teamwork, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple high-impact projects.
• Disclosure of criminal convictions and willingness to undergo criminal record checks.

Skills

• Data Strategy
• Data Transformation
• Analytics
• Data Science
• Proof-of-Concept Development
• Statistical Analysis
• Causal Inference
• A/B Testing
• Experimental Design
• Data Visualization
• Data Storytelling
• Business Acumen
• Problem-Solving
• Analytical Thinking
• Statistical Modeling
• Predictive Modeling
• Data Mining
• Advanced Analytics
• SQL
• Python
• R
• Looker
• Tableau
• Power BI
• Google Cloud
• Azure
• AWS
• Data Modeling
• ETL
• Data Pipeline Development
• dbt
• Dataform
• Github
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Mentoring
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Project Management

Location

• Remote

Work Type

• Full-time
• Remote

Experience Level

• Senior
• 5+ years

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree

Salary/Compensations

• 130,000 CAD - 140,000 CAD

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Culture that celebrates performance
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexible paid time off
• Remote work policies
• Equity options
• Pension plan contributions
• Training opportunities
• Health and wellness credit
• Time off to volunteer
• Interest groups
• Employee-led networks
• Social committees
• Sponsored sports teams
• Computer purchase program
• Enhanced parental leave
• Lightspeed equity scheme
• Unlimited paid time off policy
• People Experience benefit (work from anywhere for 60 days/year)
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, life)
• Employer RRSP contribution (up to 4% of base salary, max $5,000)
• Health and wellness benefit ($500/year)
• Employee Technology Purchase Program (interest-free loan for Apple products)
• LinkedIn Learning access
• Paid leave and assistance for new parents
• Mental health online platform and counselling/coaching services
• Volunteer day
• Office snacks, coffee, and teas
• Tuesday: Pancakes
• Wednesday: Lunch is served
• Thursday: Happy Hour with drinks and snacks

About the Company

• Lightspeed is building communities through commerce.
• Lightspeed's one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences.
• Their cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks.
• Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD).
• With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries.
• Lightspeed invests in continuous learning opportunities, global mobility, and benefits.
• The company fosters a driven, diverse, and inclusive team passionate about empowering communities.

Equal Opportunity

• Lightspeed is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free workplace.
• Lightspeed welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.
• Accommodations are available on request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.