Director Data Management
Company Description
Framework Ventures is a San Francisco-based venture firm focused on identifying exceptional founders in DeFi, stablecoins, AI, and blockchain infrastructure. The firm is known for its high-conviction approach, frequently leading early-stage funding rounds. Framework Ventures typically invests with check sizes ranging from $250k to $40 million, providing meaningful capital and strategic support. Team members have the opportunity to work closely with cutting-edge startups and help shape the future of decentralized finance and emerging technologies. Role Description The Director, Data Management is a full-time remote role responsible for defining and leading the firm’s data strategy across investment, portfolio, and operational datasets. This role oversees the development and implementation of data management frameworks, ensuring data is accurate, secure, and accessible for decision-making. Day-to-day responsibilities include establishing data governance policies, managing data quality initiatives, and coordinating data collection, integration, and reporting processes. The Director collaborates with investment teams, operations, and technology partners to design analytics solutions, build dashboards and metrics, and support data-driven insights that inform investment theses and portfolio performance. This position also includes mentoring data staff, selecting and managing data tools and platforms, and continuously improving data standards and best practices.
Qualifications
Strong data governance and data management skills, including experience designing and implementing data policies, standards, and architectures. Expertise in data quality management, with the ability to define quality metrics, lead data cleansing efforts, and maintain reliable datasets. Advanced analytical skills, including proficiency in querying, modeling, and interpreting complex data to support investment and operational decisions. Experience in clinical data management or similarly regulated data environments, with an understanding of compliance and documentation requirements. Proficiency with modern data tools and platforms (e.g., SQL, BI tools, data warehouses, ETL/ELT solutions) and familiarity with cloud-based data ecosystems. Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing data teams or cross-functional data initiatives in finance, technology, or related sectors. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in data science, computer science, information systems, statistics, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience. Interest in or exposure to DeFi, blockchain, AI, or digital asset ecosystems is highly beneficial.