Sr. Director, Data Engineering & Services

@ Ripple

About Ripple

At Ripple, we’re building a world where value moves like information does today. Through our crypto solutions for financial institutions, businesses, governments and developers, we are improving the global financial system and creating more economic fairness and opportunity around the world.

The Work

The Sr. Director, Data Engineering & Services will lead our Data Sciences, Data Engineering, and Data Infrastructure teams to advance Ripple's application development, SaaS operations, business operations, and customer analytics.

What You’ll Do

• Build and lead high-performing teams in data sciences, engineering, and AI.
• Mentor team members including managers, data scientists, and engineers.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership and deliver outstanding results.
• Drive technical and operational excellence and deliver multiple roadmaps.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and translate technical concepts for diverse audiences.
• Scale the team by attracting top talent and defining quarterly plans.

What You’ll Bring

• 12+ years of hands-on leadership experience in data science and engineering.
• Strong skills in building scalable distributed systems using SQL and Python.
• Expertise in Agile development and robust software/database design.
• A passion for collaboration, technical mentorship, and knowledge sharing.
• BS in Computer Science or a related field.

Compensation & Benefits

For positions based in CA, the annual base salary ranges between $280,000 and $360,000 USD. Ripple offers competitive salary, bonuses, equity, comprehensive benefits, and a stimulating work environment that includes in-office collaboration days and company events.

Key Skills/Competency

Sr. Director, Data Engineering & Services, Data Science, Data Engineering, AI, Distributed Systems, SQL, Python, Agile, Team Leadership, SaaS Operations