Director of Data Analytics at Orcrist Technologies. . Location: Remote / Berlin. Director of Data Analytics. . Company. . Orcrist builds the Orcrist Intelligence Platform (OIP), a Kubernetes-based data intelligence system delivered as SaaS or self-hosted/on-prem (including air-gapped deployments). We run streaming and batch pipelines that power search, ML enrichment, and investigative workflows for mission-critical customers.. . Role. . This role combines people leadership, hands-on technical contribution, and active business development. You will lead and develop our Data Analytics team, ensure high-quality delivery across client and internal projects, and play a key role in acquiring and shaping new data-driven engagements in the commercial market. . . The ideal candidate is a credible technical leader who is equally comfortable mentoring teams, designing data solutions, and representing the company externally to clients, partners, and at industry events.. . What you'll do. . Strategy, Project Planning & Business Development. . . Contribute to the strategic development of the data function and its role within the company.. . Actively support project acquisition and pre-sales activities, including:. . . Shaping data-driven project proposals. . Estimating scope, effort, and feasibility. . Supporting pricing and delivery models. . . Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade fairs.. . Build and maintain relationships with commercial clients and partners.. . Bring in own clients and business opportunities where possible and take care of the current clients.. . Ensure smooth handover from sales to delivery and maintain senior oversight throughout project execution.. . . Data Leadership & Team Management. . . Act as disciplinary and functional lead for the Data Analytics team.. . Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of data professionals.. . Monitor ongoing data projects, ensuring quality, delivery timelines, and alignment with business objectives.. . Establish best practices, standards, and methodologies across data science, analytics, and modeling work.. . Actively contribute hands-on to projects, especially in complex or high-impact phases.. . Foster a culture of technical excellence, ownership, and continuous learning.. . . Technical & Project Contribution. . . Design and review data science solutions, architectures, and analytical approaches.. . Support teams in translating business problems into robust data models and insights.. . Ensure data quality, scalability, and sustainability of solutions.. . Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and operations teams.. . Act as senior technical sparring partner for both internal stakeholders and clients.. . . About You. . . Proven experience in a senior data leadership role (e.g. Head of Data, Lead Data Analyst, Data Analytics Manager).. . Experience in business development, pre-sales, or client acquisition.. . Strong background in data analytics with hands-on project experience.. . Experience leading and mentoring data teams, including disciplinary responsibility.. . Ability to balance hands-on technical work with leadership and strategic responsibilities.. . Strong understanding of project delivery in client-facing or commercial environments.. . Confident, professional presence in client and public settings.. . Strategic mindset combined with pragmatic execution skills.. . Excellent communication skills in English (C1+); German (B2+) is highly desirable.. . . Nice-to-haves. . . Software Development & Software Architecture Experience. . Data Science Knowledge. . . What We Offer. . . Remote‑first . in Germany with occasional team events in Berlin.. . Flexible working hours. . . Home office budget and great equipment.. . 30 days vacation.. . Direct impact on critical missions across private and public‑sector customers..
Director of Data Analytics at Orcrist Technologies