Senior Director, Data Science and Data Engineering

Job Description

Job Description

Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

Job Summary :

Vail Resorts is looking to hire an experienced leader for our innovative Data Engineering and Data Science teams. As Senior Director of Data Science and Data Engineering, the role will be leading high-profile data teams that sit at the center of Vail Resorts organizational strategy touching critical areas and lines of business (Epic Pass, Lift Tickets, Ski School, Rentals, etc.) and receiving full executive sponsorship from CEO and the Executive Committee. The Vail Resorts data teams oversee the design and development of data pipelines and develop algorithmic models using our industry leading guest database to drive commercial impact and continue to push the limits of what is possible. In our next phase of organizational growth, the focus will be on scaling our data assets and infrastructure and advancing our data engineering and data science solutions across our core lines of business in service to our company’s future long-range goals.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development, socialization, and implementation of intelligent data solutions across the enterprise. You will be ensuring strong scalability and performance of our data systems across the enterprise as well as advancing our existing set of algorithmic models. You will be creating new innovative data solutions that directly impact our business. You will develop a clear articulation of vision and roadmap of Data Science and Data Engineering towards long-range growth plans for the organization. You will be interfacing directly with senior stakeholders to align on business priorities and provide expertise in how data solutions can provide differentiated impact.

Why this role is special :

• Vail Resorts is a fast-growing company at the forefront of the Travel and Tourism industry –  redefining the ski industry in the 21st century
• Leveraging analytics is a core pillar of Vail Resorts’ strategy moving forward –  a critical driver of our success leading to a strong willingness to invest
• We are a data-driven business with a proprietary guest database unmatched by any other company in the industry –  a great foundation for building out analytic use cases
• There is a significant opportunity to lead our Data capabilities to the next level –  we are leading the adoption of data and cloud technologies to continue to enhance our impact
• Direct exposure to senior leaders of the business (CEO, CMO, broader Executive team) –  a unique opportunity to team with our business leadership to reimagine analytics

Job Specifications :

Starting Wage :  $188,000 - $240,000 + annual bonus + equity

Employment Type : Year Round

Shift Type : Full Time hours available

Minimum Age : At least 18 years of age

Housing Availability : No

Job Responsibilities :

Job Requirements :

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $188,000 - $240,000 + annual bonus + equity. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Job Benefits

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus :

Employees can work remotely from British Columbia, Washington D.C., and the 16 U.S. states

Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and / or require in-person / in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and / or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child / minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID  511767

Reference Date :  09 / 22 / 2025

Job Code Function :  Data Warehouse / Business Intel