Staff Engineer, Data governance

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Staff Engineer, Data Governance based in India. This is a senior data governance opportunity focused on strengthening the quality, accessibility, security, and value of critical HR data. You will help shape and execute a strategic data governance roadmap while driving measurable improvements in data quality and governance maturity. The role combines hands-on data analysis with governance strategy, metadata management, data lineage, data quality, and data access controls. You will work closely with senior leaders, business stakeholders, data teams, and technology partners to identify and resolve critical data challenges. The position also offers an opportunity to introduce AI and emerging technologies into data quality management and issue detection. Your work will help establish consistent data standards, improve decision-making, and create sustainable value across functions and geographies.