Data Governance & Data Platform Architect

We are looking for a Data Governance & Data Platform Architect to join Getnet's Global Data team in Madrid.

This role combines strong functional expertise in Data Governance with a solid technical foundation in modern data platforms. The position will be responsible for evolving the global governance operating model, ensuring data standards are embedded by design into the enterprise Lakehouse architecture, and coordinating governance practices across multiple countries.

You will act as a key bridge between Business Domains, Data Engineering, and Architecture, ensuring that governance principles, regulatory requirements, and data quality standards are consistently applied across the global ecosystem.

This is not a pure engineering role, but a governance leadership position with architectural oversight and technical depth.

What you'll do

We are looking for a Data Governance & Data Platform Architect to join Getnet's Global Data team in Madrid.

This role combines strong functional expertise in Data Governance with a solid technical foundation in modern data platforms. The position will be responsible for evolving the global governance operating model, ensuring data standards are embedded by design into the enterprise Lakehouse architecture, and coordinating governance practices across multiple countries.

You will act as a key bridge between Business Domains, Data Engineering, and Architecture, ensuring that governance principles, regulatory requirements, and data quality standards are consistently applied across the global ecosystem.

This is not a pure engineering role, but a governance leadership position with architectural oversight and technical depth.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field., * Data Governance frameworks
• Data quality dimensions and monitoring approaches
• Metadata management and data lineage
• Data architecture principles (Lakehouse, domain-driven design)
• Master Data Management (MDM) concepts
• Data security and access control models
• Working knowledge of SQL and data environments in Databricks (to engage effectively with technical teams).
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements related to data management.
• Familiarity with Power BI or similar tools for governance reporting.

Key Competencies

• Strong strategic thinking combined with technical depth.
• Ability to translate governance principles into architectural requirements.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to influence in a matrix and global organization.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capability.
• Structured and documentation-oriented working style.
• Fluency in English (mandatory)., Hybrid Collaborative environment: Successful candidate must be prepared to work 60% on site

Getnet is a global technology company specializing in payment solutions for commerce. Founded in Brazil and operating across Latin America and the Iberian Peninsula, we support over 1.3 million merchants with end-to-end services - from POS terminals to e-commerce platforms. We are part of PagoNxt, the global fintech of the Santander Group, and operate as an acquiring hub with a strong presence in Spain, Portugal, Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Argentina, and Uruguay. Our mission is clear: to simplify payments with innovation, security, and scale, helping businesses of all sizes grow with agility. We offer a unified platform that integrates hardware, software, fraud prevention, acquiring, reconciliation, and financial services - all in a single ecosystem, so our clients can focus on growing their business. Being part of Getnet means joining a company that combines the innovation of a fintech with the solidity of a global bank. Imagine your future. Care for your career. Simplify your journey. This means you'll have the chance to build impactful solutions, grow with real development opportunities, and thrive in a culture that values well-being, inclusion, and clarity. We combine flexibility, autonomy, and global collaboration - so you can focus on what matters, connect with purpose, and help shape the future. Here, you'll find space to grow, real opportunities to lead, and a culture where everyone belongs and contributes. If you want to be part of the next generation of financial solutions, this is the place.