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Deputy CDO

Remote, Worldwide·Full-time·Added 16 days ago

Social Discovery Group

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Overview

Job details

Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Fully remote
Only from certain places, per the ad: “Job Location: Worldwide”

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Social Discovery Group doesn't mention sponsorship, but this role may fit the Digital nomad visa.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Have 6+ years of experience
Mid-level role.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

REMOTE OPPORTUNITY to work full-time;
Vacation 28 calendar days per year;
7 wellness days per year (time off) that can be used to deal with household issues, to lie down and recover without taking sick leave;
Bonuses up to $5000 for recommending successful applicants for positions in the company;
50% payment for professional training, international conferences, and meetings;
Corporate discount for English lessons;
Health benefits. According to the paychecks, if you are not eligible for corporate medical insurance, the company will compensate you with up to $ 1,000 gross per year per employee. This can be spent on self-purchase of health insurance or on doctor's fees for yourself and close relatives (spouse, children);
Workplace organization. The company provides all employees with an equipped workplace and all the necessary equipment (table, armchair, wifi, etc.) in our offices or co-working locations. In the other locations, the company provides reimbursement of workplace costs up to $ 1000 gross once every 3 years, according to the paychecks. This money can be spent on the rent of the co-working room, on equipping the working place at home (desk, chair, Internet, etc.) during those 3 years;
Internal gamified gratitude system: receive bonuses from colleagues and exchange them for our merchandise, team building activities, massage certificates, etc.

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The initial pay level or pay range for this role will be shared with candidates during the recruitment process and before the commencement of employment.

Requirements

What we're looking for

6-10+ years in data, analytics, or ML domains, including 3-5+ years in leadership roles.
Proven track record delivering cross-functional projects involving ML, data platforms, experimentation, and analytics.
Experience in product companies (not only consulting environments).
Strong understanding of product analytics, A/B testing, unit economics, and key business metrics.
Solid understanding of the ML lifecycle - from ideation to production.
Familiarity with data platforms, data quality management, SLA processes, and self-service BI/analytics.
Strong execution skills: project decomposition, planning, prioritization, and delivery management.
Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams across ML, backend, product, and analytics functions.
Experience managing risks, dependencies, escalations, and multiple parallel initiatives.
High technical literacy with the ability to dive deep into data and ML topics, understand system constraints, and work closely with engineering and data teams.
Strong English and Russian communication skills, both written and verbal.

The role

We are looking for Deputy CDO.

What you'll do

Your main tasks will be:

Own execution of cross-functional strategic initiatives across ML, experimentation, and data platform domains.
Lead 2-3 high-priority initiatives during the first 3 months: define scope, align stakeholders, establish ownership, and drive delivery to measurable outcomes.
Ensure predictable execution through clear planning, coordination, and delivery management.
Unblock stalled or ambiguous projects by clarifying ownership, resolving dependencies, escalating risks early, and driving initiatives through completion.
Build and operate an effective execution framework: monthly business reviews, quarterly planning, retrospectives, project reviews, and escalation processes.
Establish a single source of truth for project status, risks, commitments, and delivery tracking.
Improve the experimentation ecosystem by increasing decision-making speed, standardizing evaluation and rollout processes, and reducing operational chaos/manual work.
Accelerate ML delivery cycles by reducing time from idea → experiment → production and coordinating dependencies across ML, backend, analytics, and product teams.
Ensure ML initiatives deliver measurable business impact, not only technical outcomes.
Strengthen functional leads (Product Analytics, Data Engineering, ML, UX) through prioritization support, execution discipline, feedback, and managerial coaching.
Increase ownership, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration across teams.
Own operational excellence of the function, including data freshness, uptime, SLA adherence, and delivery predictability.

About Social Discovery Group

Social Discovery Group (SDG) is a global technology company specializing in social discovery platforms that help people find friendship, love, and meaningful connections online. The company builds and operates a portfolio of niche dating and social networking brands, leveraging AI, data science, and product engineering to serve millions of users worldwide. With headquarters in London, SDG operates as a diversified group with a strong focus on product innovation, AI, and marketing.

In Spain, SDG has a growing presence, particularly in Barcelona, where they are actively hiring for a wide range of roles including engineering, HR, legal, marketing, and executive positions. The company is known for its international, English-speaking work environment and its focus on AI-driven products, making it a relevant destination for international tech and business professionals looking to relocate to Spain.

Founded: 2011
Employees: 500–1,000
Headquarters: London, UK
In Spain: Barcelona
Website: socialdiscoverygroup.com

Good to know if you are moving

Offers a multicultural, English-speaking work environment, easing the transition for international hires.
Has a strong focus on AI and product development, offering opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology.
The Barcelona office is a hub for diverse roles, from engineering to marketing and legal, providing various entry points for international talent.
The company's portfolio of niche products provides a dynamic and non-corporate work culture compared to larger tech giants.

In their own words

About the company & team

Social Discovery Group is a group of social discovery companies. SDG solves the problems of loneliness, isolation, and disconnection - transforming virtual intimacy into the new normal. SDG's products redefine the way people interact and connect with one another.

Our portfolio includes social entertainment platforms designed to connect people online across different cultures and regions of the world.

We bring together a team of like-minded people and IT professionals who specialize in creating and developing globally impactful social discovery products. Our international team of digital nomads works remotely from all over the world.

We're proud to be a two-time "Great Place to Work" winner (USA & Japan, 2024-2025) and a Top-5 Company for Work-From-Anywhere Jobs (FlexJobs, 2025).

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