Head of Business Data

Zip

Head of Business Data leading analytics and data strategies for hyper-growth SaaS company. Driving executive insights and AI initiatives through comprehensive data management.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $250,000 - $300,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in data analytics and business intelligence, with a strong focus on the Modern Data Stack and the ability to drive strategic data initiatives. Proven capability in leading cross-functional teams and influencing executive decision-making in a B2B SaaS environment.

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Data AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceModern Data StackData ModelingB2B SaaS Business Models

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Hard Skills

Data AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceData ModelingDimensional ModelingSemantic Layer GovernanceLarge Language Models (LLMs)AI Data FoundationsGTM AnalyticsUnit EconomicsSaaS DNA

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional InfluenceExecutive Presence

Industry Keywords

Single Source of TruthData InfrastructurePublic Market ReadinessData DiligenceBack-Office Financial Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set the Zip Data Strategy
Lead Business Intelligence & GTM Analytics
Pioneer AI Data Foundations
Own the Business "Single Source of Truth"
Partner with Core Data Engineering
Build & Scale the Team
Drive Executive & Board Reporting

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or analytics engineering
Proven SaaS DNA
Deep understanding of B2B SaaS business models, unit economics, and standard metrics
Cross-Functional Influence
Executive Presence
Deep expertise in the Modern Data Stack
Strong foundations in data modeling, dimensional modeling, and establishing a governed semantic layer
Strategic understanding of how to structure, model, and serve data to power Large Language Models (LLMs) and embedded AI features
Deep understanding of the intersection between GTM systems and back-office financial systems
Nice to Haves: Experience preparing a company's data infrastructure for public market readiness (IPO) or leading data diligence during late-stage fundraises

Benefits

Comp & perks

Start-up equity
Full health, vision & dental coverage
Catered lunches & dinners for hybrid employees
Commuter benefit
Team building events & happy hours
Flexible PTO
Apple equipment plus home office budget
401k plan