Global Data Governance Specialist

Vacancy: Global Data Governance Specialist

About the organization

Our client is a leading international player in the high-tech industry, developing innovative solutions that contribute to a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world. The organization focuses on embedded technologies and operates globally across sectors such as automotive, industrial applications, IoT, mobile technology, and communication infrastructure.

With tens of thousands of employees across more than 30 countries and decades of technological expertise, the company is at the forefront of digital innovation and data-driven transformation. Data plays a central role in achieving strategic objectives and accelerating digital transformation initiatives.

The role

As a Global Data Governance Specialist, you will be part of the central Data Office and contribute to the rollout and implementation of the enterprise data governance framework.

You will operate at the intersection of business and technology, playing a key role in improving data quality, implementing governance structures, and enabling a data-driven organization.

This is an international role and can be based in Eindhoven (NL) or Toulouse (FR).

Key responsibilities

• Engage with stakeholders across various data domains and support the implementation of the data governance roadmap
• Define and establish roles and responsibilities related to data governance and data stewardship
• Implement data governance policies, standards, and processes across the organization
• Improve and monitor data quality by defining KPIs and metrics
• Guide data stewards and business teams in adopting governance practices
• Support the development of data management and technology roadmaps
• Ensure compliance with data, privacy, and security regulations
• Drive adoption of data governance principles throughout the organization

Your profile

• Master’s degree in Engineering, IT, Data, Business Analytics, Law, or a related field
• 10–15 years of relevant experience in data governance, data management, or consulting
• Proven experience with data governance frameworks, data stewardship, and federated data domains
• Experience with tools such as Databricks, Informatica, Collibra, or similar platforms
• Strong understanding of data architectures, data management processes, and analytics environments
• Knowledge of data regulations, privacy requirements, and emerging technologies such as AI/ML and Generative AI
• Strong communication skills with the ability to drive change in complex organizations
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies (e.g., Jira) is a plus
• Experience in the high-tech or semiconductor industry is a plus

Personal competencies

• Proactive and results-driven
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Analytical and structured
• Team player with a hands-on mentality
• Curious and continuously striving for improvement

What’s offered

• Opportunity to work in an international and innovative high-tech environment
• Involvement in strategic data and AI transformation programs
• Collaboration with experts in data and technology
• Strong focus on personal and professional development
• Flexible working environment with an informal culture

Practical information

• Location: Eindhoven (NL) or Toulouse (FR)
• Employment type: Full-time
• Start date: As soon as possible