Meertec
LinkedIn · CDO (Singapore) · 02 Nov 2026
Global Head of Data Science - Trust and Safety
ResponsibilitiesThe Trust & Safety Data Science team's mission is to provide strategic and analytical support that enables TikTok to be the most trusted platform for our users and creators. The team partners with various functions across the organization - including Policy, Risk Prevention & Response, and Transparency Reporting, among others - to drive operational excellence through data. Its charter is to establish shared success metrics, develop trusted insights, and enable strategic decision-making across the organization.Responsibilities- Lead and define the global Data Science strategy for the Trust & Safety organization, ensuring alignment with business priorities and long-term company objectives.- Build, develop, and lead high-performing teams of Data Scientists across multiple regions.- Partner closely with Product, Engineering, Policy, Operations and executive leadership to translate business challenges into scalable data-driven solutions.- Define and evolve the organization's measurement framework, including north-star metrics, experimentation strategy, and operational KPIs.- Drive the development of advanced analytics, machine learning, forecasting, and optimization models that improve Trust & Safety decision-making and operational effectiveness.- Establish a strong data foundation by improving data quality, governance, observability, and measurement consistency across the organization.- Deliver executive-level insights through clear storytelling, influencing strategic investments and business priorities.- Champion an AI-first approach by identifying opportunities to leverage automation, GenAI, and predictive analytics across Trust & Safety workflows.- Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning while attracting and developing world-class talent.- Represent the Data Science organization as a trusted strategic partner across global cross-functional leadership teams.QualificationsMinimum Qualification(s):- Ba