Data Governance Lead at Trimble Inc. in Lake Oswego, OR | USD144,584-195,252 | Kablio

Role

Description

data governance

policy management

kpi tracking

data quality

tool implementation

stakeholder collaboration

Support change management initiatives to increase understanding, adoption, and integration of governance practices into daily operations.
Define and track KPIs to assess framework rollout progress, data quality trends, and policy adoption.
Ensure alignment of governance policies with regulatory and contractual requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, internal risk policies).
Collaborate with business unit leaders, product managers, and engineers to operationalize governance policies across systems and workflows.
Champion accountability and ownership of key data elements across the organization.
Embed governance by design into data pipelines, platforms, and data product development.
Design, implement, and lead the rollout of a pragmatic, scalable, and adaptable enterprise Data Governance Framework.
Establish enterprise-wide data quality standards, metrics, and processes for issue detection and remediation.
Lead the creation, approval, and adoption of data policies in close collaboration with Legal, Privacy, Security, GRC, and the Data Team.
Develop control frameworks to assess compliance and maturity across data domains.
Lead the Data Governance Council and Data Steward Forums to sustain engagement and drive accountability.
Drive adoption of governance principles across federated data teams through forums, working groups, and training.
Empower domain-aligned data stewards and owners by providing guidance, training, and governance tools.
Recommend and support the implementation of data governance tooling (e.g., catalog, lineage, glossary, policy manager) in partnership with the Data Team.
Develop supporting policy and standards architecture (e.g., data classification, metadata management, data access and usage policies).

Requirements

collibra

gdpr

5‑8 years

computer science

dcam

leadership

Proven ability to communicate complex governance concepts to varied audiences and influence adoption.
Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and AI governance standards.
Clearly articulate the business value and regulatory importance of data governance to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Familiarity with data governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica) and modern data platforms.
Experience leading data governance initiatives in a federated or hub-and-spoke data organization.
5 to 8 years of experience in data governance or enterprise data management roles.
Strong cross-functional leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to drive alignment across Legal, Privacy, Security, GRC, and Data teams.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems (MIS), Software Development, or a related technical field.
DCAM, CDMP, or equivalent data governance certification is a plus.
Deep expertise in designing and implementing data governance frameworks, policies, and standards.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

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

policy management

kpi tracking

data quality

tool implementation

stakeholder collaboration

Support change management initiatives to increase understanding, adoption, and integration of governance practices into daily operations.
Define and track KPIs to assess framework rollout progress, data quality trends, and policy adoption.
Ensure alignment of governance policies with regulatory and contractual requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, internal risk policies).
Collaborate with business unit leaders, product managers, and engineers to operationalize governance policies across systems and workflows.
Champion accountability and ownership of key data elements across the organization.
Embed governance by design into data pipelines, platforms, and data product development.
Design, implement, and lead the rollout of a pragmatic, scalable, and adaptable enterprise Data Governance Framework.
Establish enterprise-wide data quality standards, metrics, and processes for issue detection and remediation.
Lead the creation, approval, and adoption of data policies in close collaboration with Legal, Privacy, Security, GRC, and the Data Team.
Develop control frameworks to assess compliance and maturity across data domains.
Lead the Data Governance Council and Data Steward Forums to sustain engagement and drive accountability.
Drive adoption of governance principles across federated data teams through forums, working groups, and training.
Empower domain-aligned data stewards and owners by providing guidance, training, and governance tools.
Recommend and support the implementation of data governance tooling (e.g., catalog, lineage, glossary, policy manager) in partnership with the Data Team.
Develop supporting policy and standards architecture (e.g., data classification, metadata management, data access and usage policies).

Requirements

collibra

gdpr

5‑8 years

computer science

dcam

leadership

Proven ability to communicate complex governance concepts to varied audiences and influence adoption.
Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and AI governance standards.
Clearly articulate the business value and regulatory importance of data governance to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Familiarity with data governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica) and modern data platforms.
Experience leading data governance initiatives in a federated or hub-and-spoke data organization.
5 to 8 years of experience in data governance or enterprise data management roles.
Strong cross-functional leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to drive alignment across Legal, Privacy, Security, GRC, and Data teams.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems (MIS), Software Development, or a related technical field.
DCAM, CDMP, or equivalent data governance certification is a plus.
Deep expertise in designing and implementing data governance frameworks, policies, and standards.

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.