Data Governance Expert

Scopely; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Scopely in Barcelona is seeking a Data Governance Expert to join their Playgami team. You will drive governance for the global data warehouse, translating requirements into practical policies in collaboration with Security, Privacy, Legal, and data teams.

The role focuses on data classification, PII handling, access control, and lifecycle policies, partnering with engineering to implement governance across data platforms and drive adoption across teams.

Formación

• 4+ years of experience in data governance, data management, privacy, or related areas.
• Good understanding of data security and privacy concepts, such as PII handling and access control.
• Experience implementing policies in real systems with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to translate requirements into practical solutions with technical teams.

Responsabilidades

• Support execution of Scopely’s data governance strategy for the global data warehouse.
• Translate requirements into clear, actionable governance policies with cross-team collaboration.
• Define and implement data classification, PII handling, access control, and data lifecycle policies.
• Collaborate with engineering to ensure governance policies are applied in data platforms.
• Assist in governance forums, documenting decisions and guidelines for transparency.
• Identify data usage risks and support mitigation plans with traceability.

Conocimientos

Data governance

Data management

Privacy

Compliance

Educación

Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field

Herramientas

BigQuery

Snowflake

IAM concepts

BI tools

Descripción del empleo

Scopely is seeking a highly motivated Data Governance Expert to join our Playgami team in Barcelona! At Scopely, we care deeply about what we do and want to encourage play every day - whether in our work environments alongside our talented colleagues or through our deep connections with our communities of players. We are a global team of game lovers who are developing, publishing, and innovating the mobile games industry, connecting millions of people worldwide daily. Playgami is building the best SaaS gaming platform ever! The team strives to build the world’s best products for game production, operation, and insights. Powering many award-winning, loved-by-millions franchise games over mobile, web, and PC.

What You’ll Do

• Support the execution of Scopely’s data governance strategy for the global data warehouse
• Work closely with Security, Privacy, Legal, Compliance, and data teams to translate requirements into clear and actionable policies
• Help define and implement governance frameworks such as data classification, PII handling, access control, and data lifecycle management
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure governance policies are implemented correctly in data platforms
• Contribute to access governance processes, including approvals, reviews, and monitoring
• Help maintain documentation, decision logs, and governance guidelines to ensure transparency and consistency
• Identify risks related to data usage and support mitigation plans with clear tracking
• Assist in improving processes, templates, and training materials to increase adoption across teams
• Support governance needs for new projects, tools, and integrations, including emerging areas like AI usage
• Participate in governance forums and working groups, contributing to decisions and alignment
• Contribute to defining data ownership and accountability across datasets
• Support the implementation of data classification and sensitivity models
• Help ensure appropriate use of sensitive data based on business needs
• Assist in defining and applying data lifecycle policies, such as retention and archiving
• Collaborate with stakeholders to balance data access, risk, and business value

What We’re Looking For

• 4 to 7 years of experience in data governance, data management, privacy, compliance, or related areas
• Good understanding of data security and privacy concepts, such as PII handling, access control, and auditability
• Bachelors in Computer Science or related field
• Experience working with data teams to implement policies in real systems
• Ability to translate requirements into practical solutions with technical teams
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work across different teams and functions
• Pragmatic mindset, you focus on solutions that work in real environments
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
• Comfortable working in fast-paced environments with evolving needs
• Full on-site presence in the Barcelona office (5 days per week).

Bonus Points

• Experience with modern data platforms such as BigQuery or Snowflake
• Familiarity with IAM concepts and BI tools
• Exposure to regulated environments or sensitive data domains
• Experience working in multi-team or global organizations

At Scopely, we create games for everyone, and want to ensure that the people behind our games reflect that! We are committed to creating a diverse, supportive work environment where everyone is treated with respect. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us and embrace the adventure!

About Scopely

Scopely is a leading video game and global interactive entertainment company, home to many of the world’s most beloved and enduring experiences, including two of the most successful mobile games of all-time “MONOPOLY GO!” and “Pokémon GO,” along with “Stumble Guys,” “Star Trek™ Fleet Command,” “MARVEL Strike Force,” “WWE Champions,” the Scrabble® franchise, “Yahtzee® With Buddies,” and many others. Across mobile, web, PC, and console, Scopely creates, develops, publishes, and live-operates one of the most diversified and award-winning portfolios in the games industry — bringing hundreds of millions of players together through a shared love of play.

Founded in 2011, Scopely is powered by its exceptional team — including thousands of world-class gamemakers around the globe, a distinctive tenet-driven culture, and its proprietary technology platform, Playgami. Together, these strengths have fueled Scopely’s position as the #1 mobile games company in the U.S. and #2 globally, generating more than $10 billion in lifetime revenue. Whether building global sensations like “MONOPOLY GO!” from the ground up, or expanding through strategic acquisitions, including the FoxNext, GSN, and Scopely Explore games businesses — Scopely consistently delivers experiences players love today and return to for years to come.

Recognized multiple times as one of the "100 Most Influential Companies in the World" by TIME magazine and one of Fast Company's "World's Most Innovative Companies" and “Best Workplaces for Innovators,” Scopely believes that video games can be a force for good — creating meaningful connections, vibrant communities, and making life better through play.

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