Lead Data Governance Engineer

Canonical; Milano; Remoto; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading open-source software provider is hiring a Lead Data Governance Engineer, focusing on data governance policies and monitoring. The successful candidate will create Python-based tools for automated data operations. Ideal candidates have a strong technical background, experience in data governance, and proficiency in Python and SQL. This is a remote role available within the EMEA region, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Servizi

Global compensation with annual reviews

Performance-based bonus

USD 2,000 annual learning budget

Distributed work environment

Competenze

• Strong academic background from high school and university.
• Experience with data quality, governance, and security tools.
• Proven track record of exceeding expectations.

Mansioni

• Define, monitor, and enforce data governance policies.
• Design, implement, and maintain tooling for automated data operations.
• Mentor and coach team members on career development.

Conoscenze

Data quality tools

Governance processes

Security best practices

Python development

SQL development

English communication

Formazione

Degree in a technical field

Strumenti

Trino

Ranger

Airbyte

Temporal

Descrizione del lavoro

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Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems for global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include leading public cloud and silicon providers, as well as industry leaders across sectors. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

We are hiring a Lead Data Governance Engineer focused on data governance policies, processes, standards, and monitoring in compliance with internal policies and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, DPA, ISO). The successful candidate will develop Python-based tools to automate internal data mesh operations such as data labeling and quality metrics, adhering to data, access management, and security best practices.

The Data Governance team in the Commercial Systems unit aims to enable secure and well-governed access to comprehensive data sets from various sources within a data mesh. The team works with open-source tools like Trino and Ranger, defines data governance processes, and democratizes data at Canonical.

Location : This role is remote within the EMEA region.

Responsibilities include:

• Define, monitor, and enforce data governance policies
• Design, implement, and maintain tooling for automated data mesh operations
• Deploy and operate team-developed services
• Mentor and coach team members, offering career development feedback
• Promote best engineering and organizational practices

Ideal candidate profile:

• Strong academic background from high school and university
• Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience
• Proven track record of exceeding expectations
• Experience with data quality, governance, and security tools and processes
• Proficiency in Python and SQL development
• Excellent English communication and presentation skills
• Result-driven with personal motivation to meet commitments
• Willingness to travel internationally twice a year for up to two weeks

Nice-to-have skills:

• Experience in performance engineering and security
• Knowledge of Airbyte, Ranger, Superset, Temporal, or Trino

What we offer:

• Global compensation considering location, experience, and performance, with annual reviews
• Performance-based bonus or commission
• Additional benefits aligned with our values
• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team sprints
• USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget
• Recognition rewards, holiday leave, parental leave, Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities to travel and meet colleagues in new locations

About Canonical:

Canonical is a pioneer in open source, publishing Ubuntu, a key platform for AI, IoT, and cloud innovations. We recruit globally and uphold high standards of excellence. Most employees work remotely, fostering a flexible and innovative work culture.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer:

We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, providing fair consideration regardless of background or identity.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

Industry: Software Development

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