Staff Data Scientist – Analytics Prototyping and Development, Remote across ANZ

4 Months ago • 4-8 Years • Data Analyst

Job Summary

Job Description

Canva's Analytics Prototyping and Development (APD) team seeks a Staff Data Scientist to lead innovative projects with significant business impact. Responsibilities include developing analytics and data science tools, collaborating with data scientists and MarTech teams, solving complex problems in experimental projects, providing MarTech expertise, and driving signals work to improve advertising effectiveness. The role requires strong technical skills (SQL, Python/R), experience with MarTech systems, data engineering, and effective communication with both technical and non-technical audiences. The successful candidate will also be involved in legal and compliance aspects, ensuring adherence to privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.) while working closely with marketing, engineering, and external vendors.
Must have:
  • Proven problem-solving skills
  • Strong technical background (SQL, Python/R)
  • MarTech system familiarity
  • Data engineering & product principles
  • Effective communication
  • Privacy regulation knowledge
  • Leadership experience
Perks:
  • Equity packages
  • Inclusive parental leave
  • Annual Vibe & Thrive allowance
  • Flexible leave options

Job Details

Job Description

Join the team redefining how the world experiences design.

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Where and how you can work

Our flagship campus is in Sydney, with additional spaces in Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide. You have the flexibility to work from the office, home, or a mix of both—it’s your choice.

What you’d be doing in this role

As a Staff Data Scientist in the Analytics Prototyping and Development (APD) team, you'll drive innovation by tackling complex, uncharted projects that have significant business impact. Your work will involve developing solutions that push boundaries, supporting MarTech and Marketing Data initiatives, and addressing challenges that require both technical expertise and creative problem-solving.

Your Key Responsibilities

  1. Blue Ocean Projects:
    • Lead the development of analytics and data science tooling, collaborating with data scientists and teams like the MarTech Product Group to deliver new capabilities for creative execution.
    • Solve scope, technical and business challenges that arise in experimental, first-of-its-kind projects.
  2. MarTech Thought Leadership:
    • Provide expertise in MarTech vendor management and technical system design.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate and present tradeoffs in system designs, ensuring alignment with non-technical stakeholders.
    • Quickly create and present technical documents and proposals to groups ranging from 30 to 60 attendees.
  3. Signals and Measurement:
    • Drive overarching signals work with marketing partners to improve advertising effectiveness.
    • Advocate for ownership of signals by the right data teams, ensuring these critical assets are managed effectively and aligned with business needs.
  4. Legal and Compliance Expertise:
    • Support vendor security and legal assessments.
    • Apply knowledge of GDPR, CCPA, Australian Privacy Principles, and other privacy regulations to ensure compliance.
    • Collaborate with internal legal teams to align on data governance and privacy standards.
  5. Collaborative Problem Solving:
    • Partner with engineering, marketing, and external vendors to address challenges and drive solutions that align with Canva’s business goals.

You're probably a match if

  • You have a proven record of solving ambiguous problems and proactively uncovering hidden opportunities that drive business impact.
  • You bring a strong technical background, with expertise in SQL and at least Python or R.
  • You can quickly learn and apply new technical concepts to solve new problems, demonstrating adaptability and broad expertise.
  • You are familiar with MarTech systems, data engineering and data product principles, and can communicate technical tradeoffs effectively to non-technical audiences.
  • You are familiar with legal and privacy assessments, and privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
  • You excel at delivering high impact business and technical communications, even under tight deadlines.
  • You thrive in a trailblazing environment, bringing creativity and resilience to new projects and ideas.
  • You have experience leading senior team members, driving their growth through advocacy, feedback, and empowering them to do their best work.

About the team

At Canva, the Analytics Prototyping and Development (APD) team is known for its high-impact, innovative projects that push the boundaries of what data can do. We tackle Canva’s most complex problems, build prototypes, and set the stage for scalable solutions. We’re looking for curious, motivated individuals who are excited to make a tangible impact and help Canva achieve its ambitious goals.

What's in it for you?

Achieving our crazy big goals motivates us to work hard - and we do - but you'll experience lots of moments of magic, connectivity and fun woven throughout life at Canva, too. We also offer a stack of benefits to set you up for every success in and outside of work.

Here's a taste of what's on offer:

  • Equity packages - we want our success to be yours too
  • Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
  • An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more
  • Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports you personally

Check out lifeatcanva.com for more info.

Other stuff to know

We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills and passion, as well as how you can enhance Canva and our culture. When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.

We celebrate all types of skills and backgrounds at Canva so even if you don’t feel like your skills quite match what’s listed above - we still want to hear from you!

Please note that interviews are conducted virtually.

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