Head of Data

Moonvalley is developing cutting-edge generative AI models designed to power Superbowl-worthy commercials and award-winning cinematic experiences. Our inaugural, cutting-edge HD model, Marey, is built on exclusively licensed and owned data for professional use in Hollywood and enterprise applications.

Our team is an unprecedented convergence of talent across industries. Our elite AI scientists from Deepmind, Google, Microsoft, Meta & Snap, have decades of collective experience in machine learning and computational creativity. We have also established the first AI-enabled movie studio in Hollywood, filled with accomplished filmmakers and visionary creative talent. We work with the top producers, actors, and filmmakers in Hollywood as well as creative-driven global brands. So far we've raised over $70M from world-class investors including General Catalyst, Bessemer, Khosla Ventures & YCombinator – and we're just getting started.

We're seeking a Head of Data to define and execute our comprehensive data strategy as we scale our next-generation generative video models. You will build and lead the data organization, ensuring Moonvalley maintains its competitive advantage through exclusive access to the highest quality, legally compliant datasets in the industry.

You'll establish data governance frameworks, drive acquisition partnerships with content creators and studios, oversee compliance and licensing, and manage the complete data lifecycle powering our AI models. This role requires technical depth, strategic thinking, and executive leadership to navigate the complex landscape of data rights, quality, and scale in generative AI.

• Define and execute comprehensive data strategy, roadmap, and organizational vision

• Build and scale the data team, managing data engineers, scientists, analysts, and compliance specialists

• Lead negotiations for large-scale data acquisition deals with studios, content creators, and media companies

• Establish data governance policies, compliance frameworks, and quality standards

• Oversee data infrastructure, pipelines, and processing systems architecture

• Partner with research, legal, and executive teams to align data initiatives with business objectives

• Manage data licensing, copyright compliance, and regulatory requirements

• Drive innovation in data processing, curation, and quality assessment methodologies

• 8+ years of data leadership experience building and scaling data organizations at high-growth technology companies

• Deep experience with large-scale data infrastructure, ML pipelines, and distributed systems

• Proven track record developing data strategies and managing cross-functional teams

• Experience with dataset licensing, intellectual property rights, and compliance frameworks

• Understanding of machine learning workflows and model training data requirements

• Strong business acumen with ability to negotiate complex partnerships and contracts

• Exceptional communication skills for executive presentations and external stakeholder management

• Experience with multi-modal datasets, particularly video, and associated technical challenges

• Experience at a generative AI company or with foundation model training datasets

• Background in media/entertainment industry with existing industry relationships

• Experience with international data regulations and cross-border compliance

• Advanced degree in computer science, data science, or related technical field

In our team, we approach our work with the dedication similar to Olympic athletes. Anticipate occasional late nights and weekends dedicated to our mission. We understand this level of commitment may not suit everyone, and we openly communicate this expectation.

If you're motivated by deeply technical problems, a seemingly never-ending uphill battle and the opportunity to build (and own) a generational technology company, we can give you what you're looking for.

All business roles at Moonvalley are hybrid positions by default, with some fully remote depending on the job scope. We meet a few times every year, usually in London, UK or North America (LA, Toronto) as a company.

If you're excited about the opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI technology and help shape the future of media and entertainment, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences, to equalize peak work periods, or to otherwise balance organizational work

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