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# Data Governance Lead

- **Company:** Grid Dynamics
- **Location:** Madrid, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Information Technology Consulting, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Infrastructure, Collibra, Data Management
- **Published:** July 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/data-governance-lead-en-madrid-ID-365052784

## About the Role

translates implications into practical guidance for pursuits and deliveryQualifications5+ years of experience in data governance or data management, with hands?on experience designing and operationalizing governance functions (policy, stewardship, data quality, lineage, access control) for large enterprisesDemonstrated ability to translate regulatory and compliance requirements into technical architecture and engineering practiceDirect experience engaging senior client stakeholders in presales, discovery, or advisory contextsWorking fluency with modern data platforms and governance tooling (e.G., Purview, Collibra, Alation)Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present governance assessments and roadmaps to both technical and non?technical audiencesWould be a plusPrior hands?on technical experience as a data engineer, data architect, or similarExperience with AI/ML governanceRelevant certifications (e.G., CDMP, DGSP)We offerOpportunity to work on bleeding?edge projectsWork

## Description

We are seeking an experienced Data Governance specialist to help shape how we approach governance across large, complex data engagements.The ideal candidate combines strong data governance expertise with the communication and advisory skills needed to bridge business/policy concerns and technical implementation.Essential functionsOwns the data governance perspective in presales and discovery for large data engagements - assesses current governance maturity and shapes governance requirements as part of the proposed solutionTranslates regulatory, compliance, and policy requirements into concrete architecture and delivery decisionsBuilds and maintains reusable data governance frameworks, maturity models, and assessment playbooks that can be applied across engagementsActs as a trusted advisor to client-side stakeholders, bridging policy concerns and the engineering team's implementation choicesSupports delivery teams post-sale in operationalizing governance: data stewardship models, data quality processes, lineage and cataloging, and access control policiesTracks the evolving regulatory and AI-governance landscape and translates implications into practical guidance for pursuits and deliveryQualifications5+ years of experience in data governance or data management, with hands?on experience designing and operationalizing governance functions (policy, stewardship, data quality, lineage, access control) for large enterprisesDemonstrated ability to translate regulatory and compliance requirements into technical architecture and engineering practiceDirect experience engaging senior client stakeholders in presales, discovery, or advisory contextsWorking fluency with modern data platforms and governance tooling (e.G., Purview, Collibra, Alation)Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present governance assessments and roadmaps to both technical and non?technical audiencesWould be a plusPrior hands?on technical experience as a data engineer, data architect, or similarExperience with AI/ML governanceRelevant certifications (e.G., CDMP, DGSP)We offerOpportunity to work on bleeding?edge projectsWork with a highly motivated and dedicated teamCompetitive salaryFlexible scheduleBenefits package - medical insurance, sportsCorporate social eventsProfessional development opportunitiesWell?equipped officeAbout usGrid Dynamics (NASDAQ: GDYN) is a leading provider of technology consulting, platform and product engineering, AI, and advanced analytics services.Fusing technical vision with business acumen, we solve the most pressing technical challenges and enable positive business outcomes for enterprise companies undergoing business transformation.A key differentiator for Grid Dynamics is our 8 years of experience and leadership in enterprise AI, supported by profound expertise and ongoing investment in data, analytics, cloud & DevOps, application modernization and customer experience.Founded in ****, Grid Dynamics is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices across the Americas, Europe, and India.#J-*****-Ljbffr


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