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Lead Data Governance Engineer

CanonicalHome based - EMEA
Remote Full-time

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates who possess an exceptional academic background, complemented by a degree in a technical field or a compelling alternative path. You should have a proven track record of exceeding expectations, with experience in data quality, governance, and security processes and tools. Proficiency in software development, particularly in Python and SQL, is essential. Strong communication skills in both written and spoken English, along with excellent presentation abilities, are required. If you have a passion for mentoring and guiding others, and a commitment to fostering exemplary engineering practices, we'd love to hear from you.

About the job

Canonical, a trailblazer in open-source software and operating systems, is on the lookout for a dedicated Lead Data Governance Engineer. In this role, you will spearhead the development and enforcement of data governance policies, standards, and processes, ensuring compliance with internal regulations and external frameworks like GDPR and ISO. You will harness your expertise to create Python-based tools that streamline operations for our internal data mesh solution, focusing on data labeling and quality metrics while adhering to best practices in data security and access management. Join our dynamic Data Governance team in the Commercial Systems unit, where you will facilitate secure access to rich datasets from diverse internal and external sources, using cutting-edge open-source tools such as Trino and Ranger. This remote position is based in the EMEA region, offering a unique opportunity to work within a globally distributed team.

About Canonical

Canonical is a prominent provider of innovative open-source software and operating systems, renowned for our flagship platform, Ubuntu. Widely adopted in transformative enterprise projects across public cloud, data science, AI, engineering, and IoT, our solutions empower leading organizations worldwide. With a remote-first culture and a workforce of over 1200 talented professionals spread across more than 80 countries, we prioritize collaboration and strategic alignment through periodic in-person meetings in inspiring locations. As a founder-led, profitable, and growing company, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of technology and collaboration.

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