- Senior
- Ufficio in Greenwood Village
Pax8 is the leading cloud-based technology marketplace, simplifying the cloud journey for our partners by integrating technology, business intelligence and proactive service to deliver an unparalleled experience. Serving thousands of partners through the indirect sales channel, our mission is to build the technology marketplace of the future. We are a fast-growing, dynamic and high-energy startup organization, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the business. Culture is important to us, and at Pax8, it’s business, and it IS personal. We are passionate, creative and humorously offbeat. We work hard, keep it fun, and expect the best.
We Elev8 each other. We Advoc8 for our partners. We Innov8 continuously. We Celebr8 life.
No matter who you are, Pax8 is a place you can call home. We know there’s no such thing as a “perfect" candidate, so we don’t look for the right "fit" – instead, we look for the add. We encourage you to apply for a role at Pax8 even if you don’t meet 100% of the bullet points. We believe in cultivating an environment with a diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.
We are only as great as our people. And we have great people all over the world. No matter where you live and work, you’re a part of the Pax8 team. This means embracing hybrid- and remote-work whenever possible.
Help shape the future of data at Pax8.
We’re building a data-driven culture — and we need you to help lead the way.
We’re building a data-driven culture — and we need you to help lead the way.
Pax8 is the world’s favorite cloud marketplace for technology professionals. We simplify the cloud journey for our partners by integrating smart technology, business intelligence, and proactive service. As a fast-growing, high-energy company with a startup feel, we’re looking for passionate people who want to make a meaningful impact.
Why This Role Matters
As our Data Governance Specialist, you’ll be a key player in building a community of data stewards, improving data quality, and driving consistency across Pax8. You’ll work cross-functionally to bridge the gap between data producers, consumers, and engineering teams — helping everyone speak the same data language.
This is a strategic, high-impact role where you’ll influence without authority, create forums for knowledge sharing, and help embed best practices into the daily rhythms of teams across the business.
What You’ll Do
- 🧭 Lead Data Stewardship
Build and operate a cross-functional data stewardship community. Onboard stewards, facilitate working sessions, and promote best practices. - 🛠️ Resolve Data Quality Issues
Investigate and document data quality challenges. Collaborate with data owners, stewards, and engineers to drive resolution. - 📚 Enhance Metadata & Catalogs
Define standards for business terms, data definitions, and lineage. Influence adoption across business and technical teams. - 🔐 Support Compliance & Security
Align with InfoSec, Privacy, Legal, and Compliance teams to operationalize controls that meet regulatory obligations.
What You Bring
- 6+ years in data governance, stewardship, or data management.
- Strong understanding of data quality, metadata, and stewardship principles.
- Proficiency in SQL and experience diagnosing data issues across datasets.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS Redshift, Snowflake) and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker).
- Ability to influence without authority and collaborate across teams.
- Excellent communication skills — you translate technical concepts into business-friendly language.
- Detail-oriented with a passion for data accuracy and consistency.
Bonus Points For
- Certifications like CDMP or DGSP.
- Experience with tools like Collibra, Alation, Informatica, or Microsoft Purview.
- Knowledge of data modeling and architecture.
- Exposure to Agile or Lean methodologies.
What Makes Pax8 Different
At Pax8, culture is everything. We live by our values:
- Compassionate Candour – Honest feedback that helps us grow.
- Seek to Understand – Curiosity fuels our innovation.
- We Before Me – Collaboration wins the day.
- Do What You Say – Integrity is our default.
- Light Up Learning – We celebrate brave ideas and shared lessons.
- Driven by Passion – We connect personal purpose to our mission.
We’re passionate, creative, and humorously offbeat. We work hard, keep it fun, and expect the best — from ourselves and each other.
Compensation:
- Qualified candidates can expect a compensation range of $112,000/yr to $140,000/yr or more depending on experience.
Expected Closing Date: 09/30/2025
*** Colorado law requires an estimated closing date for job postings. Please don't be discouraged from applying if you see this date has passed ***
At Pax8 we believe that your Total Rewards should include a benefits package that shows how much we value our greatest assets. All FTE Pax8 people enjoy the following benefits:
- Non-Commissioned Bonus Plans or Variable Commission
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
- Flexible, Open Vacation
- Paid Sick Time Off
- Extended Leave for Life events
- RTD Eco Pass (For local Colorado Employees)
- Career Development Programs
- Stock Option Eligibility
- Employee-led Resource Groups
Please take a moment to review our Proprietary Rights and Non-Competition Agreement —this document outlines important information about your rights and responsibilities if you join our team.
Pax8 is an EEOC Employer.
Equal Opportunities
Pax8 is an equal opportunities employer and welcome individuals who are in possession of the appropriate requirements to work within the country the role is based in. Offered individuals will be asked to undertake identity, security compliance and reference checks. Your privacy is important to us. Your data will be held in accordance with Data Privacy best practices and processed only in accordance with our recruiting processes.
