Data Governance Specialist (m/f/x)

We are Tipico, Germany's leading sports betting provider and one of the most dynamic tech companies in the industry. We approach every challenge like a Championship match, with a mission to excite the arena and elevate the betting experience for every customer. Our culture is energetic and ambitious—we play as a team to win high, leave an impact, and commit to excellence. Fueled by our passion for the perfect product, we use the newest tech stack to get better every single day.

At Tipico, we believe in owning our game. Are you ready to step onto the pitch, bring your best self, and become a champion? Then show us your game face – because we’re looking for a Data Governance Specialist (m/f/x) to join the team!

Your playing field: 

• You collaborate across the business to identify, document and maintain data domains, data assets and data flows.
• You support the Data Governance Lead in maintaining core data governance artefacts such as the data catalog, data lineage, business glossary, and KPI glossary, including regular updates and quality checks.
• You help define and embed data ownership, stewardship, and accountability across business and technical teams.
• You identify gaps or inconsistencies in data definitions, quality, usage, or lifecycle practices and work with data owners to drive improvements.
• You support the intake, tracking, and follow-up of data-related requests and governance actions across the organisation.
• You contribute to embedding data governance principles into day-to-day business practices, including data lifecycle, data quality, and usage standards.
• You act as a liaison between data owners, analytics, and engineering teams to ensure data governance principles are applied in daily operations and new initiatives.
• You support the Data Governance Lead in driving and implementing the data governance strategy, roadmap, and ongoing maturity improvements.

Which skills should you bring to the pitch:

• Qualifications. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, IT, or a related field.
• Experience. 2+ years of relevant experience in data governance, data management, analytics, or a related role within a data-driven environment.
• Ownership & Precision. Ability to take ownership of tasks with diligence and consistency, demonstrating a high level of attention to detail and prioritization.
• Time Management. Strong prioritization and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication. Strong communicator with the ability to clearly convey technical and business concepts and actively contribute to team discussions.
• Data Governance
  • Good understanding of data governance practices such as data ownership, stewardship, data lineage, data cataloguing, and metadata management.
  • Experience working with data governance or metadata management tooling is a plus.
• Data & Technology Understanding
  • Ability to understand data flows, data processing pipelines, and analytical data structures.
• Excel & Analysis. Strong Excel skills and a solid analytical mindset.

This is how we score with you: 

• Established International Group. We have a solid foundation on which to grow.
• Personal and Professional Growth. We offer you opportunities to develop and grow to unlock your potential. 
• Relocation Support. To make your move to Malta as smooth as possible.
• Competitive Package. We care for our employees, offering a competitive salary, Private health and dental insurance and subsidized parking. 
• On-site childcare. Worried about where to leave your 3+ year-old kids? We’ve got a game plan. 
• Gym Allowance. Because we love Sports! 
• Modern offices. Our very own Tipico tower provides an open-plan space with the latest technology. 
• Events. Sponsored Charity and Team gatherings, we like to have fun together as one team and reinforce our connections. 
• Supportive Environment. We believe in collaboration and working together as a team but we also give importance to the uniqueness of each and every one of us. 

Think a career at Tipico’s right for you? Apply now and join our winning team! 

If you have any questions or comments about this role, our TA team is happy to help you! Feel free to reach out to us on our social media channels 

We look forward to your application!