VP Data & Analytics (f/m/x)

ZEAL Network SE • Hamburg

VP Data & Analytics (f/m/x)

ZEAL Network SE • Hamburg

Hamburg

At ZEAL, we are equipped with the entire enchilada of innovative tech stacks in an emergent microservice architecture - from Github Enterprise, Kubernetes and Jenkins to Java, Redis, and AWS plus on-premise. Our mission is as simple as it is bold: We are here to disrupt and reinvent the online lottery business. Join our team of 250+ multicultural employees - a diverse mix of leaders, game changers and visionaries united and grounded in our values. If you enjoy open-source and are passionate about applying state-of-the-art technologies in an agile environment, we’d love to hear from you! 

In this role you will be responsible for developing and executing the Data Strategy for ZEAL as well as lead and develop our Data teams.

The role is based in Hamburg. In case you are based elsewhere, regular presence in Hamburg (or relocation) would be required.

Your tasks:
  • Develop and implement the overall data strategy for the company, working closely with the CTO and other tech and business unit leaders
  • Create an aligned business intelligence approach which covers the data strategy as well as data ownership within ZEAL
  • Oversee and coordinate the work of data analytics, engineering, and science teams, ensuring that all projects are delivered
  • Lead and manage the data teams, ensuring they work effectively and efficiently with a clear impact on the business; while taking care of their personal growth
  • Lead the implementation of the company data governance
  • Lead the analytical data architecture from a strategic and technical perspective and promote a strong data culture within the company
  • Lead the data science initiatives that empower ZEAL to take informed decisions and that ultimately drive a great customer experience
  • Provide exceptional business consulting to key stakeholders
  • Collaborate with other departments and leaders to ensure that data is used effectively across the company and that data-related projects align with overall business goals
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in the data space, and make recommendations for how the company can leverage these trends to improve its data capabilities
What you offer us:
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in Data Engineering or Data Science roles, including 5+ years in a leadership position
  • Advanced Data Science working experience (hands-on or via managing)
  • Experience in working within E-Commerce workflows and the corresponding data elements as well as KPI’s
  • Strong technical knowledge of data architecture as well as strong expertise in data analytics infrastructure
  • Strong understanding of data science concepts, practices and ways of working
  • Proven experience leading and managing data projects, including experience with high-scalability data platforms and tools
  • Proven experience setting up Data Governance and Data Lifecycle Management practices
  • Good understanding of industry-specific data regulations and certifications, such as GDPR, SOC2, ISO27001, etc
  • Strong communication skills to translate business requirements and department needs to ensure an end2end data quality and consistency, with experience building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to deliver high-quality work, incl. a high decisiveness to build and drive a strategic data vision incl. active execution
What we offer:
  • State-of-the-art technologies and an agile environment (Have a look at our tech stack: https://lotto24.github.io/tech-radar/)
  • High personal impact and responsibility in an open-minded company with flat hierarchies
  • Join a motivated team of experienced professionals with lots of passion and energy
  • You are reporting directly to the CTO
  • Challenging tasks and a clear growth agenda
  • A superb office in one of the most attractive, vibrant areas in Hamburg, 10 mins from Central Station
  • A yearly development budget of EUR 1,500,- for your personal development
  • Independent and innovative way of working and a believe in real flexible work. You can take your unlimited vacation days spontaneously; we work in a hybrid model and provide you with technical home office equipment.
  • Once a quarter a company event where we all get together and celebrate, as well as regular team events and small get-togethers
  • Challenging tasks and lots of fun!

If you're excited to be at the forefront of technical innovation, drive platform excellence, and thrive in a dynamic team, we'd love to have you on board.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Own a part from the company with our special stock purchases packages

Events

We attach great importance to celebrating our team and our successes, e.g. with quarterly company events like summer event, christmas party, hackathons + additional team events

Development & Growth

We support our employees in further training and advancement with 1500€ training budget per year,language courses and our internal ZEAL Academy

Shopping Discounts

With “Corporate Benefits”, you can save some money when shopping

Anniversary Gifts

We value commitment and like to celebrate every employee with a little something.

Welcome Merch

You will be provided with useful goodies right from the start.

Flexible & Hybrid Working Model

Individual life circumstances require flexible working models - which is exactly what we offer to guarantee a good work-life balance.

Unlimited Vacation

Can be used in addition to our 30 days annual leave, after agreement with your manager, as long as you are delivering as expected.

Workation

Work from the EU/EWR for up to 4 weeks per year (other countries after individual assessment potentially possible as well)

Company Lunch

Healthy Tuesday, Pizza Thursday, Lunch Lottery

Massage

Especially sedentary activities and office jobs demand a lot from the body - we counteract this with subsidised on-site messages every 2nd wednesday

Mobility

We offer a monthly mobility budget of 20 euros, which can be used flexibly for various transportation options

Gym

EGYM Wellpass offers employees a wide range of activities, where everyone can find exactly the activities that suit their individual preferences

KUNUNU REVIEWS

Manager
Manager
At the time of the assessment, worked in Research / Development at Lotto24 AG (member of the ZEAL Group) in Hamburg.

"I have a lot of flexibility and can therefore combine having a family with small children and my job very well."

Working student
Working student
At the time of the assessment, worked in Marketing / Product Management at Lotto24 AG (member of the ZEAL Group) in Hamburg.

"Modern e-commerce company with many benefits and potential"

Employee
Employee
Worked at Lotto24 AG (member of the ZEAL Group) in Hamburg at the time of the review.

"My very personal jackpot"

Employee
Employee
At the time of the assessment, worked in Design / Creation at Lotto24 AG (member of the ZEAL Group) in Hamburg.

"Collaboration of Colleagues: The reason why many people drive miles to work. Everyone is an asset in their own way and you can learn something from everyone. Teamwork is a pillar of the company and is lived and understood as such."

  
  
Worked at Lotto24 AG (member of the ZEAL Group) in Hamburg at the time of the assessment.

"High degree of freedom, unlimited vacation, home office...almost everything is possible here."

CONTACTS
Justine Neumann

Justine Neumann

Junior Recruiting Manager
 

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