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We’re in a defining moment of an incredible journey. Come and build with us.

Head of Data We’re looking for n8n’s first Head of Data , a strategic builder who’s excited to design our data strategy, stack, and culture from the ground up.

You’ll turn data into one of n8n’s biggest growth levers, helping every team make faster, smarter, and more confident decisions as we scale.

🎯 Your main goal will be to build and lead n8n’s first dedicated data function, defining the strategy, stack, and culture that turn data into a core driver of growth and decision-making across the company. To do so, you’ll establish the foundations of our data organization, build scalable infrastructure, and empower every team to make faster, smarter, and more informed decisions.

STRATEGY & VISION

• Define and articulate the company-wide data strategy, ensuring alignment with business priorities and anticipating future needs, especially in AI.
• Build a long-term roadmap for the data organization, from initial foundations to advanced analytics, data science, and AI use cases.
• Explore and adopt new technologies and methodologies that keep n8n at the forefront of data innovation.

DATA INFRASTRUCTURE & ANALYTICS

• Build and scale a reliable, secure, and modern data infrastructure that supports both BI and self-service analytics.
• Design and implement core data models, metrics, and dashboards to power decision-making across Product, Revenue, and Operations.
• Capture and transform raw data into clear, actionable insights that guide strategic choices and uncover growth opportunities.
• Ensure strong governance, data quality, and compliance with privacy and security standards.

LEADERSHIP & COLLABORATION

• Lead, mentor, and grow a small team of Analysts/Analytics Engineers, with future expansion into Data Engineering and Data Science.
• Foster a culture of curiosity, learning, and experimentation within the data function and across the company.
• Partner closely with Product, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Leadership to embed data into every decision.

Requirements Must-haves

• 💼 Data leadership experience: 8+ years in data, including building and leading data teams (both analysts and engineers) from the ground up.
• 📊 Technical excellence: Proven experience designing and scaling modern data architectures (BigQuery, Snowflake, dbt, etc.), with strong modeling and performance optimization skills.
• 🧠 Analytical mastery: Deep expertise working with large-scale user-level data (ideally in B2C/ B2B SaaS and PLG context) and strong understanding of marketing analytics and growth loops.
• 🗣 Communication & influence: You can translate complex analytical concepts into clear business insights and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• 🚀 Strategic operator mindset: A player-coach who thrives on both building vision and executing hands-on in fast-paced environments.
• 💡 Continuous learner: Up to date on the latest technological trends and experienced (or eager) in applying AI within data teams.
• 🧰 Tools: Proficient in n8n’s data stack, including BigQuery, dbt, and BI tools such as Looker or Metabase.

Nice-to-haves

• 🤖 AI/ML experience: Exposure to building or leveraging AI/ML models in a data context.
• 🛡 Data governance expertise: Familiarity with privacy, compliance, and regulatory frameworks.

Why join us? At n8n, your work won’t disappear into a slide deck. You'll have the rare opportunity to build our data foundations from the ground up , shape how we make decisions, and directly influence how one of Europe’s fastest-growing SaaS companies scales.

You’ll join a remote-first, high-performing team that values autonomy, experimentation, and continuous learning. You’ll have access to rich datasets , strong technical peers , and high internal demand for data-driven insights — all in an environment that’s curious, ambitious, and collaborative.

Sound like a challenge you’re excited to take on?

Apply now and help us build the future of automation. ⚠️ Please note that applications sent by email will not be considered.

n8n is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We can sponsor visas to Germany; for any other country, you need to have existing right to work. Our company language is English. You care about diversity and inclusion? We do too! Check out our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging initiatives at n8n ( https://www.notion.so/n8n/Diversity-inclusion-and-belonging-n8n-c1bec2fff536422d868b1a438d990e35 ). Location disclaimer: If you see multiple job postings for the same role, it is most likely because we're hiring remotely for this role and posting in different locations to make sure every potential candidate can see the role. Please apply to the location you're the most likely to work from in the future. Benefits

• Competitive compensation 💸 – We offer fair and attractive pay.

• Ownership 💪 – Our core value is to “empower others,” and we mean it—you’ll get a slice of n8n with equity.

• Work/life balance 🏖️ – We work hard but ensure you have time to recharge:

• Europe: 30 days of vacation, plus public holidays wherever you are.

• US: 15 vacation days, 8 sick days, plus public holidays wherever you are.

• Health & wellness 🩺 –

• Europe: We provide benefits according to local country norms.*

• US: Multiple low-premium, low-deductible medical plans with coverage for individuals and families—plus a no-cost premium HDHP option with a pre-seeded HSA—along with dental and vision coverage.

• Future planning 💰 –

• Europe: We provide pension contributions according to local country norms.*

• US: 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% employer match.

• Financial security 🛡️ –

• Europe: We provide benefits according to local country norms.*

• US: Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, plus life insurance to support you and your loved ones.

• Career growth 📈 – We hire rising stars who grow with us! You’ll get €1K (or equivalent) per year to spend on courses, books, events, or coaching to level up your skills.

• A passionate team 🤩 – We love our product, and we prove it with regular hackathons where we see who can build the coolest thing with it!

• Remote-first 🌏 – Our team works remotely across Europe, with regular off-sites for team bonding. Some roles, like sales in the US, are hybrid—please check the job description.

• Giving back 🤝 – We're big fans of open source, and you'll get $100 per month to support projects you care about.

• AI enablement 🤖 – We believe in working smarter—everyone gets an unlimited AI budget to explore and use the best tools to boost productivity and creativity.

• Transparency 🙏 – We all know what everyone’s working on, how the company is doing—the whole shebang.

• An ambitious but kind culture 😍 – People love working here—our eNPS for 2024 is 94!

• Country-specific details are provided in your contract.