Sales Data Science Director

FourSquare•New York, NY

51d•Hybrid

About The Position

Foursquare is looking for a business-savvy Sales Data Science Director to join our team in our New York office; on a hybrid schedule of Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in office. You will partner up directly with the Sales and Customer Operations teams to power our Measurement / Attribution offerings. This role bridges deep technical skill with client-facing storytelling - helping translate complex data into actionable insights that drive advertiser success and strengthen Foursquare's market leadership. You will serve as a go-to expert on measurement science, guiding our sales teams in positioning, diagnosing client reporting challenges, and crafting narratives that bring Foursquare's data to life. You'll also represent Foursquare in the broader marketing analytics community, contributing to industry events, panels, and thought leadership that advance our reputation as a trusted authority in location-based measurement. This role will aid to bridge a gap in technical product understanding between engineering and data science and the sales organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
6+ years of experience in marketing analytics, ad measurement, or data science (preferably within ad tech, martech, or digital media).
Deep understanding of attribution models, lift studies, MMM, and campaign performance metrics.
Expertise in SQL and Python/Pyspark.
An excellent understanding of data science and machine learning concepts, with hands-on experience with a broad range of research & analytics tools, including emerging tools and methods.
Proven ability to communicate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders - particularly Sales and Marketing audiences.
Polished presentation skills and confidence in client-facing and industry-facing environments.
Curiosity, rigor, and passion for uncovering insights that move the business forward.

Nice To Haves

Your own unique talents! If you don't meet 100% of the qualifications outlined above, we encourage and welcome you to still apply!

Responsibilities

Partner with New Logo (Account Executives), Existing Business (Account Managers) sales teams and our Partner Managers managing our channel partnerships to develop and present data-driven insights that reinforce the value of Foursquare's measurement and attribution solutions.
Build and maintain scalable query templates and dashboards to support pre-sale insights and post-campaign storytelling.
Translate complex statistical analyses into clear, visually compelling narratives that support sales pitches and renewals.
Collaborate with Marketing & Enablement to standardize best practices for measurement storytelling across verticals (Retail, QSR, CPG, Auto, etc.).
Troubleshoot discrepancies and data integrity issues in campaign reporting; liaise with Product, Engineering, and Activation to ensure accurate and timely delivery.
Conduct deep-dive analyses to explain performance variations, validate model outputs, and identify optimization opportunities.
Provide consultative expertise to key clients on how to interpret Foursquare's metrics versus industry benchmarks.
Represent Foursquare as a measurement expert at client summits, trade conferences, and industry events.
Collaborate with Marketing to publish white papers, case studies, and blog posts on advanced measurement methodologies and attribution innovation.
Monitor industry trends (privacy, MMM, incrementally testing, retail media networks) and distill insights for internal education and external positioning.
Partner closely with Data Science & Engineering to influence roadmap priorities based on client feedback and emerging needs.
Work with GTM leadership to continuously evolve Foursquare's measurement narrative and strengthen differentiation in the market.

Benefits

Flexible PTO - take the time you need to rest and recharge
Comprehensive healthcare - industry-competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) with company match - invest in your future with support from Foursquare
Family planning support - access fertility and family-building programs through Carrot
Growth Investment Program - funding and resources to support your personal and professional development
Tech setup - we'll provide a company laptop and the essentials to help you get up and running smoothly
Hybrid work schedule - in-person collaboration on Tues/Wed/Thurs for hybrid roles (remote roles excluded)

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