Director, Data and Insights – Growth

The New York Times

Innovative analytics director in charge of data insights for The New York Times. Leading strategic direction for Growth Conversion analytics with a data-driven approach.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $156,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data strategy, analytics, and visualization, with a strong focus on team leadership and stakeholder communication. Proficient in managing complex data projects and fostering a culture of analytics within the organization.

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Data Strategy DevelopmentSQL ProficiencyPeople ManagementData Visualization ToolsCross-Functional Communication

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Hard Skills

Data AnalyticsData ScienceReportingAnalysisInsight GenerationRelational DatabasesProduct Analytics StrategyVersion Control

Soft Skills

CollaborationLeadershipAdvocacyProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

ModeTableauLookrGoogle BigQueryAWS

Industry Keywords

Data DemocratizationJournalistic IndependenceOrganizational NavigationStakeholder Advising

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSBigQuerySQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

define your team’s data strategy and own the creation and execution of solutions across the team
manage multiple, and at times simultaneous, projects from start to finish, balancing impact, scope and speed, to get the data and insight in a timely manner
create novel insights, advocate for them, and lead them into action
oversee team deliverables and represent the team’s work and impact at the executive level
democratize data and insights through skillful data structuring and use of visualization tools
navigate through ambiguity and organizational structures to advise stakeholders on how to best evaluate and implement initiatives from a data perspective
lead, hire, onboard, and develop talent, careers, and culture of analytics within your team
proactively lead data projects by fostering collaboration, building consensus and driving initiatives to successful completion
demonstrate support and understanding of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to the mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience working with data analytics or data science teams to deliver reporting, analysis and insight or a quantitative degree
Proficiency in SQL and experience working with relational databases
3+ years of people management experience
Experience with data visualization tools such as Mode, Tableau, or Lookr
Familiarity with Google BigQuery, AWS, or other big data environments
Comfort with version control (Github, code review)
Experience leading product or subscription analytics strategy
5+ years of experience communicating key insights cross-functionally (written, visually and verbally)

Benefits

Comp & perks

variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock
medical, dental and vision benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s)
a company-matching 401(k) plan
paid vacation
paid sick days
paid parental leave
tuition reimbursement
professional development programs