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Data Governance Lead – Senior Principal Engineer
Company | Yahoo |
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Location | United States |
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Salary | $160965 – $349885 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
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Experience Level | Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- BS or MS in Computer Science or a related major, or equivalent experience
- 10+ years extensive experience in data engineering, with a focus on data governance, quality, and compliance, including hands-on expertise with GCP data services
- Deep understanding of data governance frameworks, regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), and cloud data security best practices
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Strong technical skills in GCP data tools (BigQuery, Dataflow, Cloud Storage) and metadata management
- Excellent communication, documentation, and leadership skills
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain data governance frameworks, policies, and standards for GCP-based data assets, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements
- Oversee data quality, security, privacy, lifecycle management, access controls, and standardization across all GCP data environments
- Coordinate and collaborate with data stewards, custodians, owners, and business stakeholders to drive adoption of data governance practices and resolve data-related issues
- Monitor compliance with data governance policies and manage risk related to data usage, security, and privacy
- Lead metadata management initiatives, including data cataloging, lineage, and documentation to enhance discoverability and transparency of GCP data assets
- Provide training, guidance, and communication on data governance best practices to technical and non-technical teams
- Act as a liaison between executive leadership and operational teams, translating business needs into technical data governance solutions
- Continuously evaluate and improve data governance processes, leveraging GCP’s built-in governance capabilities
- Prepare and present reports on data governance status, compliance, and value to senior leadership
Preferred Qualifications
No preferred qualifications provided.