Vice President, Data & Insights

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As the demand for data-driven decision making grows, companies like Gitlab are seeking visionary leaders to helm their data and insights teams. With the global data analytics market projected to reach $274 billion by 2026, the need for skilled professionals who can drive business growth through strategic data platform development and AI-enabled analytics has never been more pressing. This role is an opportunity to join a company that values innovation and employee growth, with over 50 million registered users and more than 50% of the Fortune 100 trusting Gitlab to ship better, more secure software faster.

Job Description

About the Role

The Vice President, Data and Insights at Gitlab will lead the strategic vision, architecture, and execution of the company's enterprise data platform and analytics capabilities. This role represents a transformational opportunity to move Gitlab beyond traditional dashboard development toward a truly AI-enabled, self-service data organization. As the leader of the data and insights team, you will oversee a distributed team spanning data platform and engineering, analytics engineering, data governance, and data analysts embedded across business functions. Your team will be responsible for driving business growth through strategic data platform development and AI-enabled analytics. The Vice President, Data and Insights will report to the CIO and serve as a trusted advisor to the executive team, building the certified data foundations that power intelligent, consumption-aware decisions across the business.

What You Will Do

  • Define and execute a multi-year strategy for Gitlab's data platform, prioritizing certified datasets, clean schema architecture, and the infrastructure needed to support AI-native consumption and self-service access across the enterprise.
  • Lead the transformation from analyst-dependent reporting toward AI-powered self-service models, enabling business stakeholders to perform analysis and access insights independently.
  • Oversee the architecture and evolution of Gitlab's data engineering foundations, ensuring the team moves beyond reactive pipeline work toward scalable, AI-ready infrastructure.
  • Drive analytics engineering practices that produce governed, well-documented, and reusable data models, championing the shift from ad hoc dashboard production to curated data products.
  • Build deep expertise in Gitlab's consumption and usage-based business model, ensuring the data organization can surface the metrics, trends, and signals that matter most to Revenue, Finance, and Product stakeholders.
  • Establish and maintain data governance and quality standards, ensuring the integrity and reliability of Gitlab's data assets.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business outcomes through data-driven insights and recommendations.
  • Develop and manage the data and insights team's budget, ensuring alignment with company priorities and objectives.

What We Are Looking For

  • 10+ years of experience in data and analytics leadership, with a proven track record of driving business growth through strategic data platform development and AI-enabled analytics.
  • Strong technical skills, including expertise in data architecture, data engineering, and AI-powered analytics.
  • Experience leading distributed teams, with a focus on talent development and management.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to serve as a trusted advisor to the executive team.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a focus on innovation and employee growth.
  • Strong business acumen, with a deep understanding of the technology industry and the role of data and analytics in driving business outcomes.
  • Experience with cloud-based data platforms and AI-powered analytics tools.

Nice to Have

  • Experience working with Adjust or other similar tools.
  • Knowledge of DevSecOps and the role of data and analytics in driving security and compliance.
  • Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment.
  • Familiarity with Gitlab's products and services.

Benefits and Perks

  • Competitive salary and equity package.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Flexible PTO policy, with a minimum of 20 days per year.
  • Remote work stipend, with a focus on supporting employees in their home offices.
  • Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs.
  • Access to the latest technologies and tools, with a focus on innovation and experimentation.

How to Stand Out

  • Tip: Develop a strong understanding of Gitlab's products and services, including their role in the DevSecOps landscape.
  • Tip: Be prepared to discuss your experience with data architecture, data engineering, and AI-powered analytics, including specific tools and technologies.
  • Tip: Emphasize your ability to lead distributed teams and drive business outcomes through data-driven insights and recommendations.
  • Tip: Show a passion for innovation and employee growth, with a focus on talent development and management.
  • Tip: Be prepared to discuss your experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a focus on agility and adaptability.
  • Tip: Develop a portfolio of your work, including examples of your experience with data platform development and AI-enabled analytics.

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