Customer Trust & Data Governance Lead at Trimble Inc. in Portland, OR | USD122,600-165,500 | Kablio

Role

Description

data governance

metadata tracking

consent framework

audit readiness

ai ethics

regulatory alignment

Establish governance policies and controls for customer-generated data, including telemetry, usage events, and user-generated content (UGC) within Trimble’s SaaS products.
Define roles and responsibilities (e.g., domain stewards, data product managers, engineering leads) for governing customer-produced data.
Partner with Product and Engineering to embed governance by design early in the development lifecycle.
Lead metadata documentation and data lineage tracking for in-product customer data flows, from collection to storage, analytics, and model training.
Contribute to customer-facing trust narratives by aligning internal data handling practices with Trimble’s external Trust Center messaging.
Design and implement frameworks for customer consent, data minimization, and classification of sensitive customer data.
Drive readiness for customer data audits and support data subject access requests (DSARs), compliance reviews, and data risk assessments.
Collaborate with the AI Governance Working Group to ensure ethical use of customer-generated data in AI/ML model development and monitoring.
Work closely with Legal, Security, Privacy, and Product teams to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, AI Act) and contractual obligations.

Requirements

cdmp

data governance

saas

microsoft purview

gdpr

5+ years

Certifications such as CDMP, DCAM, AIGP or similar are a plus.
Strong understanding of customer-generated data (telemetry, UGC, in-app data), data lifecycle governance, and responsible AI principles.
Demonstrated experience working cross-functionally with Product, Legal, Privacy, Security, and Engineering teams.
Exceptional communication skills, with experience translating technical policies into customer-facing or executive-ready narratives.
Experience in high-growth SaaS environments or companies with telemetry-rich product portfolios.
Ability to influence without authority and drive adoption of data governance practices across business units.
Understanding of AI model development pipelines and associated data governance risks.
Familiarity with metadata management, data catalogs (e.g., Microsoft Purview), and data lineage practices.
Knowledge of regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and global privacy/AI frameworks.
5+ years of experience in data governance, product data management, privacy, or trust-related roles in a SaaS or tech company.
Hands-on involvement in building or contributing to a customer-facing Trust Center or ethical AI initiative.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded in 1978

Company Established

Trimble's origins as a provider of high-precision positioning solutions for the GPS market.

Offers integrated solutions across construction, agriculture, and transportation.
Cutting-edge technology streamlines workflows and improves efficiency.
Provides both hardware and software solutions, focusing on automation, geospatial data, and real-time analytics.
Notable projects include smart city infrastructure, autonomous vehicles, and precision farming systems.
Played a key role in developing GPS technology and transforming resource management.
Solutions help achieve higher productivity, safety, and sustainability.

Culture + Values

Create a welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves and grow together.
Encourage intentional growth and humility.
Foster innovation through curiosity and problem-solving.

Environment + Sustainability

1.5°C Alignment

Science-Based Targets

Approved SBTi in 2022 to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, in line with the Paris Agreement.

50% Reduction

Scope 1 & 2 Emissions

Target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% from a 2019 baseline by 2030.

50% Reduction

Scope 3 Emissions

Aim to cut absolute Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% from 2019 levels by 2030, covering fuel, energy, and transportation activities.

100% Renewables

Electricity Source

Commitment to sourcing 100% of electricity from renewable sources annually by 2025.

Operate LEED-gold & silver-certified buildings (Westminster, Colorado) and BREEAM-certified offices (Espoo, Finland) featuring solar panels, rainwater harvesting, EV charging, and heat-pump systems.

Inclusion & Diversity

30%

Female Representation

Percentage of employees globally who are female.

35%

Diverse Hiring

Percentage of new hires in the US in 2022 that were BIPOC.

327 Internship Diversity

Number of interns hired globally in 2023, with over half being women or people of color.

$880K

DEI Philanthropy

Invested in diversity, equity, and inclusion-related initiatives since 2021, toward a $1 million goal by 2025.

Female representation increased by 2.5 percentage points since 2019.

Articles

Trimble Careers — sales engineering & presales roles advice

Experiences with Trimble Business Center (grading & paving)

Rant on Trimble repair costs and right-to-repair issues

Critique of SketchUp subscription model under Trimble

Trimble hiring software developer (June 2024)

Role

Description

data governance

metadata tracking

consent framework

audit readiness

ai ethics

regulatory alignment

Establish governance policies and controls for customer-generated data, including telemetry, usage events, and user-generated content (UGC) within Trimble’s SaaS products.
Define roles and responsibilities (e.g., domain stewards, data product managers, engineering leads) for governing customer-produced data.
Partner with Product and Engineering to embed governance by design early in the development lifecycle.
Lead metadata documentation and data lineage tracking for in-product customer data flows, from collection to storage, analytics, and model training.
Contribute to customer-facing trust narratives by aligning internal data handling practices with Trimble’s external Trust Center messaging.
Design and implement frameworks for customer consent, data minimization, and classification of sensitive customer data.
Drive readiness for customer data audits and support data subject access requests (DSARs), compliance reviews, and data risk assessments.
Collaborate with the AI Governance Working Group to ensure ethical use of customer-generated data in AI/ML model development and monitoring.
Work closely with Legal, Security, Privacy, and Product teams to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, AI Act) and contractual obligations.

Requirements

cdmp

data governance

saas

microsoft purview

gdpr

5+ years

Certifications such as CDMP, DCAM, AIGP or similar are a plus.
Strong understanding of customer-generated data (telemetry, UGC, in-app data), data lifecycle governance, and responsible AI principles.
Demonstrated experience working cross-functionally with Product, Legal, Privacy, Security, and Engineering teams.
Exceptional communication skills, with experience translating technical policies into customer-facing or executive-ready narratives.
Experience in high-growth SaaS environments or companies with telemetry-rich product portfolios.
Ability to influence without authority and drive adoption of data governance practices across business units.
Understanding of AI model development pipelines and associated data governance risks.
Familiarity with metadata management, data catalogs (e.g., Microsoft Purview), and data lineage practices.
Knowledge of regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and global privacy/AI frameworks.
5+ years of experience in data governance, product data management, privacy, or trust-related roles in a SaaS or tech company.
Hands-on involvement in building or contributing to a customer-facing Trust Center or ethical AI initiative.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1978

Company Established

Trimble's origins as a provider of high-precision positioning solutions for the GPS market.

Offers integrated solutions across construction, agriculture, and transportation.
Cutting-edge technology streamlines workflows and improves efficiency.
Provides both hardware and software solutions, focusing on automation, geospatial data, and real-time analytics.
Notable projects include smart city infrastructure, autonomous vehicles, and precision farming systems.
Played a key role in developing GPS technology and transforming resource management.
Solutions help achieve higher productivity, safety, and sustainability.

Culture + Values

Create a welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves and grow together.
Encourage intentional growth and humility.
Foster innovation through curiosity and problem-solving.

Environment + Sustainability

1.5°C Alignment

Science-Based Targets

Approved SBTi in 2022 to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, in line with the Paris Agreement.

50% Reduction

Scope 1 & 2 Emissions

Target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% from a 2019 baseline by 2030.

50% Reduction

Scope 3 Emissions

Aim to cut absolute Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% from 2019 levels by 2030, covering fuel, energy, and transportation activities.

100% Renewables

Electricity Source

Commitment to sourcing 100% of electricity from renewable sources annually by 2025.

Operate LEED-gold & silver-certified buildings (Westminster, Colorado) and BREEAM-certified offices (Espoo, Finland) featuring solar panels, rainwater harvesting, EV charging, and heat-pump systems.