Data Architect (Data Governance)

TL;DR

Data Architect (Data Governance): Designing and implementing data governance frameworks on cloud platforms like Snowflake and Databricks with an accent on cataloging, lineage, and data quality. Focus on building scalable stewardship models, defining data contracts, and translating complex governance requirements into production-ready architectures.

Location: Remote in Argentina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Colombia, Poland or Onsite/Hybrid in Belgrade, Cluj-Napoca, Krakow, Larnaca, Lodz, Lublin, Monterrey, Montevideo, Riga, Rosario, Sofia, Varna, Warsaw, Wroclaw

Company

hirify.global is a global software engineering company providing digital transformation services and building high-scale data platforms for international clients.

What you will do

• Design end-to-end data governance architectures covering catalogs, lineage, data quality, and access policy management.
• Map governance requirements to native capabilities in Snowflake and Databricks and integrate third-party tools.
• Lead discovery workshops with client data owners and stewards to define target state architectures.
• Implement operating models for governance adoption, including stewardship roles and data product contracts.
• Support presales activities by scoping governance workstreams and contributing to technical proposals.
• Create reusable reference architectures and provide mentorship through design and code reviews.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in data architecture, with at least 3 years focused on governance initiatives.
• Production experience with Databricks Unity Catalog, Snowflake Horizon Catalog, or equivalent services.
• Hands-on experience with tools such as Collibra, Atlan, Alation, Informatica EDC/CDGC, or Microsoft Purview.
• Deep understanding of RBAC/ABAC access control models and data quality dimensions.
• Proven ability to translate complex governance concepts into technical decisions for senior stakeholders.
• Experience in presales, including effort sizing and proposal writing.

Nice to have

• Experience with both Snowflake Horizon and Databricks Unity Catalog at scale.
• Background in regulatory programs such as GDPR, CCPA, or HIPAA.
• Exposure to Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives.
• Relevant certifications: SnowPro Advanced, Databricks Data Engineer Professional, Collibra Ranger, or Atlan Champion.

Culture & Benefits

• Health insurance for employees and their families.
• Vacation and sick pay provided according to the laws of your country.
• Time off for state holidays regardless of the client's schedule.
• Support for IT certifications and access to top-tier learning platforms.
• Collaborative environment with corporate parties and professional growth opportunities.