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# Data Architect

- **Company:** Ambit Iberia
- **Location:** Barcelona, Spain (Remote available)
- **Salary:** €60,000.0 - €80,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Infrastructure, Github, Open Data Protocol, Snowflake, Data Layers, Data Management
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.es/contact-us.html

## About the Role

* Proven experience working with Data Contracts (Open Data Contract Standard).
 * Solid understanding and implementation of semantic data layers.
 * Experience with GitHub automations and CI/CD pipelines.
 * Strong background in data architecture and data governance frameworks.
 * Ability to work in cross-functional and international environments.
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 * Excellent communication skills in English.
NICE TO HAVE:

 * Strong hands-on experience with Governance as Code concepts and implementation.
 * Experience working with Snowflake.
 * Previous experience in pharmaceutical or highly regulated environments.
 * Familiarity with modern data platforms and cloud ecosystems.
 * Experience in short-term, high-impact consulting projects.

## Description

We are looking for a "Data Architect - Governance as Code" to support a strategic initiative within our client in the pharmaceutival environment, focused on implementing modern data governance practices in a global environment.
In this role, you will bring hands-on expertise in Governance as Code, contributing to the design and implementation of scalable, automated, and standardized data governance frameworks. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to enable robust data architecture aligned with emerging industry standards.
This is a short-term project (approx. 3 months) with an ASAP start, based in Barcelona (Meridian) or remote.
TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES :

 * Design and implement Governance as Code frameworks for data management and control.
 * Define and operationalize Data Contracts using Open Data Contract standards.
 * Develop and manage semantic layers to ensure consistent data interpretation across systems.
 * Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for data governance using GitHub automations.
 * Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to align governance practices with business needs.
 * Ensure scalability, traceability, and compliance of data governance processes.
 * Contribute to the definition of best practices and standards for modern data architecture.
 * Support integration of governance frameworks within existing data platforms.


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