Head of Data Platform (AI)

TL;DR

Head of Data Platform (AI/Data Engineering): Building and scaling the next generation of data infrastructure and process automation architecture with an accent on the proprietary Apollo platform and AI-driven workflows. Focus on architecting measurement systems, implementing predictive models, and leading technical direction for data centralization.

Location: Must be based in the US (Remote available in specific states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, ID, IL, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, MO, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, SC, OH, OK, PA, RI, TN, TX, UT, VA) or onsite in Boston.

Company

hirify.global is a Boston-based integrated digital marketing agency that combines data-driven strategy with brand-focused creative to help diverse organizations unlock their full potential.

What you will do

• Own the product roadmap, budget, and technical evolution of Apollo, the proprietary data centralization and insights platform.
• Identify and implement AI-driven workflows, including LLM-based tooling and predictive modeling, to automate reporting and insights.
• Lead the technical direction for data models, ETL pipelines, and system architecture to ensure reliable performance reporting.
• Oversee the agency's measurement philosophy, including conversion tracking, ad-trafficking, and tagging schemas.
• Manage a team of full-time specialists and contract engineers, supporting their talent development and process adoption.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to champion data-driven decision making and operational discipline across the agency.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in the agency space, specifically within analytics, product, or hybrid roles in digital marketing.
• Hands-on expertise with SQL, Python, DBT, APIs, and data warehousing (BigQuery, Snowflake).
• Proven track record of shipping high-impact data products in lean environments without large in-house engineering teams.
• Deep understanding of tracking architecture, including GA4, GTM, server-side tracking, and conversion APIs.
• Ability to read, review, and contribute to application-layer code (Node, React, or similar).
• Must be based in the US within the approved states list.

Nice to have

• Experience with React, Node, and building custom front-end applications.
• Prior experience building internal analytics or performance insight platforms.
• Experience implementing custom AI tools, such as chat and agentic applications.
• Background in managing contract and offshore resources.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work arrangement: Remote (selected US states) or office-based in Boston.
• Generous PTO, 12 company holidays, and Summer Fridays.
• 401K plan with a 4% Safe Harbor employer match.
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision insurance with high employer coverage (80-100%).
• Investment in growth through monthly webinars, cohort-based learning, and funding for national conferences.
• Life and short-term disability insurance benefits.