Senior Microsoft Purview SME / Architect

Company Overview
At Bridgenext, we engineer Growth Operating Systems. Most enterprises have spent millions on their revenue stack and still aren't seeing the growth they expected.They have tools that function, but no system that wins. We help growth-hungry companies close that gap by turning fragmented platforms, siloed teams, and disconnected data into one integrated Growth OS. More than a technology company or marketing agency, we're a global digital consultancy with experts in engineering, data, AI, creative and more.
Our teams are made up of experts who believe in engineering impact, starting with putting people at the center of everything we do. Every team member directly shapes our work, culture, and values. Nothing matters more to us than a kind, respectful, fulfilling environment that supports everyone. Our flexible, inclusive culture gives you the autonomy, resources, and opportunities to thrive.
Position Description
We are seeking a Senior Microsoft Purview SME / Architect to support the implementation of an enterprise data governance platform for a Canadian financial services organization based on west coast of Canada.
This is a hands-on delivery role for an experienced practitioner who has successfully implemented Microsoft Purview in complex enterprise environments. The successful candidate will lead platform configuration, metadata management, data lineage, information governance, and operational enablement activities.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
Deploy and secure Microsoft Purview across production and non-production environments
Configure data source onboarding, scanning, metadata collection, and sensitive data classification
Implement business glossaries, data products, stewardship models, and governance domains
Develop custom lineage solutions for platforms where native Microsoft Purview lineage is unavailable or incomplete
Integrate metadata and lineage from Snowflake, Amazon Redshift, and dbt
Implement Microsoft 365 retention labels, records management, and information lifecycle controls
Deliver automation, infrastructure-as-code, operational runbooks, and knowledge transfer
Workplace: This is a remote working role open to candidates based in LATAM willing to support Pacific Timezone working hours
Must Have Skills
7+ years of experience delivering enterprise data platform, metadata management, or data governance technology solutions
3+ years of hands-on Microsoft Purview experience
Experience with Microsoft Purview Unified Catalog, Data Map, classification, glossary, and governance capabilities
Experience using Microsoft Purview REST APIs and implementing custom lineage solutions
Experience integrating metadata and lineage from Snowflake, Amazon Redshift, and dbt
Experience with Azure Private Endpoints, Key Vault, Managed Identity, Entra ID, and hub-and-spoke networking
Experience implementing retention labels, adaptive scopes, and Records Management
Experience delivering Infrastructure-as-Code, automation, and production-ready operational documentation
Preferred Skills
Power BI and Azure Data Factory lineage experience
Experience in banking, financial services, or other regulated industries
Familiarity with PCI DSS, PIPEDA, FINTRAC, PCMLTFA, or OSFI-related requirements
Experience supporting audit, risk, compliance, or governance stakeholders
Professional Skills
Solid English communication skills
Strong team and individual player
Maintains composure during all types of situations and is collaborative by nature
High standards of professionalism, consistently producing high quality results
Self-sufficient, independent requiring very little supervision or intervention
Demonstrate flexibility and openness to bring creative solutions to address issues
Bridgenext is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Work arrangement
Yes