Senior Director, Global Head of Adversarial Abuse & Analytics – Remote Leadership Role – $24/hr – arenaflex

About arenaflex – Pioneering a Safer Digital World

arenaflex is a global leader in online video sharing and community engagement, dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and vibrant environment for creators, viewers, and advertisers worldwide. Our Trust & Safety (T&S) team works tirelessly to protect the platform from malicious actors, ensuring that every user can express themselves freely without fear of harassment, fraud, or abuse. As part of arenaflex’s ongoing commitment to innovation and responsibility, we are expanding our leadership team to include a visionary Senior Director who will spearhead the Global Head of Adversarial Abuse & Analytics function.

Why This Role Matters

The Senior Director, Global Head of Adversarial Abuse & Analytics, will be at the forefront of arenaflex’s mission to detect, deter, and dismantle coordinated malicious activity. This role blends strategic leadership, advanced analytics, and cross‑functional collaboration to protect billions of users and safeguard the integrity of the platform. If you thrive in fast‑moving environments, love solving complex problems with data, and are passionate about making the internet a safer place, this is the opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute a multi‑year roadmap for adversarial abuse detection and mitigation, aligning with arenaflex’s broader Trust & Safety objectives.
• Team Management: Lead a global, 24‑hour operation consisting of abuse analysts, data scientists, engineers, and product partners. Recruit, mentor, and develop top talent across diverse locations.
• Risk Identification & Response: Oversee the identification of emerging threats such as account takeover, spam, coordinated inauthentic behavior, and AI‑generated abuse. Ensure rapid, coordinated response across product, policy, and engineering teams.
• Analytics & Insight Generation: Drive the creation of robust analytics pipelines, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms that surface actionable insights for senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with Product, Engineering, Policy, Legal, and Global Operations to design and launch tools, policies, and processes that proactively curb abuse.
• Operational Excellence: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for abuse detection accuracy, response time, and false‑positive rates. Continuously improve operational efficiency.
• Stakeholder Communication: Produce transparent, data‑driven reports for internal teams, regulators, and the public, highlighting trends, mitigation strategies, and impact.
• Innovation & Research: Stay ahead of emerging technologies (e.g., generative AI, deepfakes) and incorporate cutting‑edge research into arenaflex’s defense mechanisms.
• On‑Call Rotation: Participate in a rotating on‑call schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage for critical incidents, including weekends and holidays.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Minimum 2 years of experience leading risk‑focused teams that combat large‑scale abuse, fraud, or misinformation.
• Proven track record of building and scaling data‑driven solutions for detection and mitigation of malicious activity.
• Hands‑on experience with data pipelines, statistical analysis, and machine‑learning model development (SQL, R, Python, or MATLAB).
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex data insights into strategic decisions.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, capable of building relationships with senior leaders across product, engineering, policy, and legal.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast‑changing environment, managing ambiguity while delivering measurable results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in a quantitative discipline such as Computer Science, Statistics, or Applied Mathematics.
• 5+ years of experience in large‑scale abuse detection, fraud prevention, or security analytics within a technology or media company.
• Experience with large‑scale data platforms (e.g., BigQuery, Hadoop, Spark) and modern analytics stacks.
• Background in adversarial machine learning, deep‑learning based content moderation, or related research.
• Prior exposure to regulatory compliance frameworks and public reporting requirements.
• Fluency in multiple languages or experience working with international teams is a plus.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Analytical Mindset: Ability to dissect massive datasets, uncover hidden patterns, and translate findings into actionable strategies.
• Leadership & People Management: Skilled at inspiring high‑performing, distributed teams and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong command of SQL, statistical programming (R/Python), and familiarity with machine‑learning frameworks.
• Strategic Vision: Capacity to anticipate future threats, especially those emerging from generative AI and other advanced technologies.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to work across functional silos, aligning product, engineering, policy, and legal toward common goals.
• Communication: Clear, concise, and persuasive storytelling with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Resilience: Comfortable handling high‑pressure situations, rapid incident response, and the emotional weight of protecting vulnerable users.

Career Growth & Learning Opportunities

At arenaflex, we invest heavily in the professional development of our leaders. In this role, you will have access to:

• Executive mentorship from senior members of the Trust & Safety leadership team.
• Opportunities to attend industry conferences on security, AI ethics, and digital policy.
• Funding for advanced certifications, graduate courses, or research collaborations.
• Cross‑functional rotation programs that broaden exposure to product, policy, and engineering domains.
• Leadership workshops focused on scaling global teams, change management, and strategic influence.

Work Environment & Culture at arenaflex

arenaflex champions a culture of inclusion, curiosity, and impact. Our employees enjoy:

• Remote‑First Flexibility: While the role is globally coordinated, you can work from anywhere, with occasional on‑site syncs in San Bruno or other hubs.
• Collaborative Atmosphere: Regular virtual “coffee chats,” cross‑team hackathons, and open forums encourage knowledge sharing.
• Diversity & Inclusion: A commitment to building a workforce that reflects the global community we serve.
• Well‑Being Programs: Mental‑health resources, wellness stipends, and flexible time‑off policies.
• Innovative Tools: Access to cutting‑edge data platforms, AI research labs, and internal tooling that empower you to experiment and iterate quickly.

Compensation, Perks & Benefits

arenaflex offers a competitive compensation package that reflects the seniority and impact of this role, including:

• Base hourly rate of $24 USD, with performance‑based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plans with company matching.
• Generous paid parental leave and family‑care support.
• Professional development budget and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee stock purchase program and equity grants.
• Annual wellness allowance, home‑office stipend, and technology equipment provision.
• Access to on‑site amenities (where applicable) such as fitness centers, cafeterias, and relaxation zones.

How to Apply

If you are ready to lead a world‑class team, shape the future of digital safety, and make a tangible difference for billions of users, we want to hear from you. Submit your application through the link below, and be prepared to showcase your experience in data‑driven abuse mitigation, strategic leadership, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Apply Now – Join arenaflex’s Trust & Safety Vision

Closing Statement

arenaflex believes that a safer internet is a better internet for everyone. By joining our Trust & Safety organization as the Senior Director, Global Head of Adversarial Abuse & Analytics, you will play a pivotal role in protecting creators, viewers, and advertisers from harmful behavior while driving innovative, data‑centric solutions. Take the next step in your career and help us build a more secure, vibrant digital community.