Lead Data Governance Engineer
Canonical
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About Canonical
Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems for global enterprise and technology markets. Ubuntu, our platform, is core to initiatives in public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. With over 1200 colleagues in 80+ countries and minimal office-based roles, Canonical fosters a pioneer spirit in distributed collaboration.
Role Overview: Lead Data Governance Engineer
The Lead Data Governance Engineer develops data governance policies, processes, standards, and monitoring in compliance with internal policies and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, DPA, ISO). This role focuses on creating Python-based tooling to automate data mesh operations including data labeling, quality metrics, and maintaining data security best practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Define, monitor, and execute data governance policies.
- Design, implement, and maintain tooling for automated data mesh operations.
- Deploy and operate services developed by the team.
- Coach and mentor team members as necessary.
- Develop and evangelize exemplary engineering and organizational practices.
What We Look For
- Strong academic background or compelling alternative experience.
- Experience with data quality, governance, and security processes.
- Proficiency in Python and SQL development.
- Excellent written and spoken English with strong presentation skills.
- Willingness to travel internationally twice a year.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Performance engineering and security background.
- Experience with Airbyte, Ranger, Superset, Temporal, or Trino.
What Canonical Offers
Competitive compensation worldwide based on geographical location, experience and performance, including annual bonus/commission, personal learning budget, annual review, recognition rewards, holiday leave, parental leave, Employee Assistance Program, and travel opportunities for team events.
Location and Work Arrangement
This role is based remotely in the EMEA region with occasional in-person team meetings.
Key skills/competency
Data Governance, Python, SQL, Data Mesh, Automation, GDPR, ISO, Open-source, Mentoring, Security
How to Get Hired at Canonical
- Customize your resume: Highlight data governance and Python skills.
- Showcase project experience: Emphasize automated data mesh operations.
- Research Canonical: Understand its open-source impact and culture.
- Prepare for interviews: Review compliance and technical challenges.
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