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Senior Manager

Data Engineering

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Headspace

Headspace

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital platform for mindfulness and meditation

Hardware
Consumer Software
Social Impact
Education
Healthcare
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$160.9k - $241.4kAnnually

+ Stock Awards + Performance Incentives

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Data Engineering
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Redshift
Apache Spark
Tableau
Looker
Requirements
  • 5+ years of managing Engineers at various levels of seniority and experience
  • 4+ years of operating as a Staff-level Engineer (or an equivalent technical individual contributor role)
  • 8+ years of cumulative experience as a Software Engineer, Data Engineer, or Architect
  • You’ve built high quality data pipelines before with comprehensive unit tests suites, data quality checks etc.
  • You’ve lead a team through complex cross functional projects with clear goals, deliverables, OKRs, and milestones
  • BS degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or in a STEM major (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) or equivalent experience.
  • Extensive skills in technical and functional stakeholder management and an ability to distill complexity into easily understood concepts.
  • 8+ years of experience in big data technologies (Redshift, S3, Databricks, Datalakes, Spark…)
  • Required working experience in one of these tools Looker/Tableau/Amplitude/CoreMetrics
Responsibilities
  • Build very strong partnerships with other technology leaders that enable your team's ability to stay on the leading edge of industry solutions
  • Act as a data steward to develop and implement a clear technical vision towards high quality data solutions and architectures while reducing overall engineering tech debts
  • Lead your team members technically, to write well designed, testable, performant, and efficient code that runs on Apache Spark and Databricks Delta Lake
  • Lead, mentor and grow a team that designs, builds, and maintains mission critical data pipelines and data products for our company
  • Lead the development of a world-class data lake that meets the strict security, privacy, and compliance requirements of the healthcare industry
  • Demonstrated tenacity, resilience, and leadership experience that enables you to organize and drive cross-functional projects, overcome challenges, and propose solutions
  • Mentor and coach other engineers to build a data-driven culture at the company

Headspace is a digital health platform that focuses on mindfulness and meditation to help individuals improve their mental and physical well-being. The platform offers guided meditation sessions, daily mini-meditations, and exercises aimed at managing stress, anxiety, and sleep issues. Users can access a limited selection of content for free, but a subscription to Headspace Plus unlocks the full range of resources. This subscription model provides a steady revenue stream while ensuring users have comprehensive tools for mental health improvement. Headspace distinguishes itself from competitors by offering free access to its premium service for unemployed individuals, demonstrating a commitment to supporting mental health during difficult times. The company's goal is to make mindfulness and meditation accessible to everyone, particularly during stressful periods.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$318.5M

Headquarters

Santa Monica, California

Founded

2010

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

9%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The exclusive partnership with Uwill positions Headspace as a key player in addressing the mental health crisis in higher education.
  • Expansion into direct-to-consumer mental health services, including coaching and therapy, broadens Headspace's market and service offerings.
  • Collaborations with Meta to introduce VR-based mental health solutions highlight Headspace's commitment to innovation and staying ahead of technological trends.

What critics are saying

  • The crowded digital wellness market requires Headspace to continuously innovate to maintain its competitive edge.
  • Dependence on subscription revenue may be vulnerable to economic downturns, affecting user retention and growth.

What makes Headspace unique

  • Headspace's commitment to accessibility, including free access for the unemployed, sets it apart in the wellness market.
  • The integration of physical exercises and daily inspirational content alongside traditional meditation offerings provides a holistic approach to mental and physical well-being.
  • Strategic partnerships with organizations like Uwill and Vitality expand Headspace's reach and impact in higher education and corporate wellness sectors.

Benefits

Unlimited Vacation

Catered Lunch

Fully Paid Health Care

Competitive Salaries

Free gym membership