Please Note: This is a Utah-based hybrid position which will require some regular in-office days each week. Additionally, employment with BambooHR is contingent on passing both a background and credit check.

Essential Job Duties

The VP of Data & Business Intelligence will establish and lead a new internal data function that ensures BambooHR’s teams have timely, trustworthy, and actionable insights. Reporting directly to the CTO, this leader will be responsible for defining the data strategy, governance framework, and architecture that empower our internal stakeholders—from product and engineering to sales, marketing, finance, and customer success—to making data-informed decisions. You will build and lead a high-performing team of data engineers, analysts, and data managers who deliver scalable data infrastructure, self-service analytics, and strategic guidance. Your mandate: to transform our data into a key strategic asset, fostering a culture of informed decision-making and driving sustainable business growth.

You will:

Define and articulate the overarching data strategy that aligns with BambooHR’s strategic goals and operational priorities.
Identify and implement best practices for scalable data architecture, analytics methodologies, and advanced insights delivery.
Champion a culture that values data quality, integrity, and ethical data usage across the organization.
Recruit, mentor, and lead a diverse, cross-functional team of data engineers, BI developers, data architects, data scientists, and analysts.
Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and growth-oriented team environment that empowers individuals to reach their full potential.
Establish clear performance metrics, career paths, and professional development opportunities for team members.
Architect and maintain a robust, scalable, secure, and compliant data infrastructure that supports a broad range of internal data needs.
Define and implement data governance standards, ensuring high-quality, accurate, and accessible data across all business functions.
Oversee data platform vendor relationships and internal tools to ensure the highest levels of performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
Develop enterprise-wide reporting and analytics solutions that provide key stakeholders with timely, relevant, and actionable insights.
Promote self-service analytics capabilities, enabling business units to explore data independently while maintaining consistency and accuracy.
Drive the advancement of data science initiatives, applying advanced analytics and machine learning where appropriate to solve complex business challenges.
Partner with leaders across Product, Engineering, Finance, Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, and other departments to identify key data needs, surface insights, and shape decision-making.
Act as a trusted advisor to the executive team, translating data-driven insights into strategic recommendations that support business objectives.

What You Need to Get the Job Done

12+ years of experience in data-related fields (data engineering, analytics, BI, data science), with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Demonstrated success in building and scaling data teams and infrastructure at a high-growth or technology-driven company.
Proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional data initiatives that delivered measurable business impact.
Deep understanding of modern data architectures, including data lakes, warehouses, and cloud-based platforms (e.g., Azure/Microsoft SQL Server/SSIS, Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift).
Proficiency with ETL/ELT frameworks, orchestration tools, visualization platforms (e.g., Looker, Tableau, PowerBI), and advanced analytics techniques.
Familiarity with data governance best practices, metadata management, and regulatory compliance (GDPR, CCPA).
Exceptional ability to influence and inspire at all levels, from C-suite executives to individual contributors.
Strong communication and storytelling skills—capable of distilling complex data concepts into accessible insights.
Strategic thinker who can balance high-level vision with tactical execution.
Experience working closely with product, engineering, and go-to-market functions to align data solutions with organizational priorities.
Strong business and financial acumen to identify the highest value opportunities and measure ROI on data investments.

What You'll Love About Us

Great Company Culture. We’ve been recognized by multiple organizations like Inc, Salt Lake Tribune, Glassdoor, & Comparably for our great workplace culture.
Make an Impact. We care about your individuality by giving you freedom to grow and create within the company, regardless of your position.
Rest and Relaxation. 4 weeks paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and we pay you to go on vacation (ask us about this)!
Health Benefits. Medical with HSA and FSA options, dental, and vision.
Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with a generous company match, access to a personal financial planner, and both legal and life insurance.
Financial Peace University. We pay for a one year subscription and you walk away with financial savvy and a bonus.
Give back. Get paid to give your time to the community: ask us about this!
Educational Benefits. Whether you are a previous student, or currently enrolled in higher education, we can help cover some of those expenses.
Amazing Office Amenities. We’ve got incredible benefits at our Draper headquarters including a full size gym, pickleball courts, a great office cafe, and free fountain drinks! Ask us more about our office!
In-Person Onboarding! All new hires get to experience our in-person onboarding class, Bamboo Beginnings, at our Draper, UT headquarters! Ask us more about Bamboo Beginnings!
Flexible Work Models. In-office, work-from-home, or hybrid, depending on position and location.

About Us

Our mission is simple: we want to set people free to do meaningful work. People love our software—and it turns out that people love working here too. We've been recognized as a "Best Company to Work For” and we're proud of our team for creating software that makes an impact in the lives of HR pros and employees all over the world.

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