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Data Governance Lead – Senior Principal Engineer

Data Governance Lead – Senior Principal Engineer

CompanyYahoo
LocationUnited States
Salary$160965 – $349885
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s
Experience LevelExpert or higher

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.