# Data Governance Specialist Salary in Portugal

Data Governance Specialist
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represents an exciting professional pathway in Portugal. This position merges practical knowledge with innovation, providing competitive compensation. The role offers extensive opportunities for skill development and career progression.

Tax rateApprox. 37%DemandGrowingLast updated21 Jun 2026

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## Role overview

The role of a Data Governance Specialist demands sharp analytical skillsets, agile adaptability, and deep tactical implementation. Successful management of these responsibilities helps distributed modern organizations remain highly competitive. Continuous scaling opportunities exist for experts ready to adapt to shifting technological demands.

## Annual Salary – 2026

Reliable accuracy10 recent reports confirm data accuracy  ·  Upd: 21 Jun 2026

* PNG $39,400 Average Salary$23,900 - $32,600

Junior 0-2 years

$31,500 - $47,300

Mid-Level 3-5 years

$47,200 - $71,300

Senior 6+ years

### Earnings Breakdown

Estimated Take-Home Pay Expected monthly net income after localized tax deductions (approx. 37%) €2,069 Hourly Rate Equivalent Based on standard 40-hour work week parameters €12.31 - €29.36 Annual Bonus Range Typical performance-based extra compensation €3,940 - €5,910 Equity & Stock Bonus Estimated capital compensation incentives Up to €3,940

### Financial Planning & Budgets

Monthly Savings Target Recommended 24% baseline slice for future wealth security €                        800 Retirement Contribution Target Recommended 11% allocation for long-term retirement accounts €                        400 Maximum Housing Budget Suggested upper limit for monthly rent/mortgage and utilities Up to €700 Emergency Safety Net Recommended 3 to 6 months liquidity cushion target €9,850 - €19,700

### Healthcare Infrastructure

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Universal state-subsidized healthcare infrastructure ecosystem. Core general medical accessibility metrics are entirely sustained via your dynamic localized tax bracket contributions (37%).

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## Salary Visualization

![Salary Distribution for Data Governance Specialist in Portugal - July 2026](https://jobicy.com/api/jpgraph/chart.php?p10=23900&p25=31500&p50=39400&p75=47300&p90=71300&currency=%E2%82%AC&currency_code=EUR&title=Data+Governance+Specialist&country=Portugal)

![Salary Growth by Experience for Data Governance Specialist in Portugal - July 2026](https://jobicy.com/api/jpgraph/experience_chart.php?j_avg=28250&m_avg=39400&s_avg=59250&currency=%E2%82%AC&currency_code=EUR&title=Data+Governance+Specialist&country=Portugal)

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## 12-Month Salary Trend

Over the past 12 months, the average compensation for Data Governance Specialist roles in Portugal has increased by 3.7%. The estimated average salary moved from €38,000 in Aug 2025 to €39,400 as of Jul 2026.

### Historical Salary Data Table

Time PeriodAverage Salary (Annual)Hourly Rate (Range)Jul 2026  €39,400   €12 - €29 Jun 2026  €40,100   €13 - €30 May 2026  €39,900   €12 - €30 Apr 2026  €39,200   €12 - €29 Mar 2026  €40,000   €13 - €30 Feb 2026  €38,900   €12 - €29 Jan 2026  €39,400   €12 - €29 Dec 2025  €38,700   €12 - €29 Nov 2025  €39,300   €12 - €29 Oct 2025  €39,100   €12 - €29 Sep 2025  €39,100   €12 - €29 Aug 2025  €38,000   €12 - €28

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## Education Requirements

Master's degree or Bachelor's in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, or Computer Science

### Professional Certifications

Global Agile Practitioner License Industry Professional Certification IBM Data Science Professional Snowflake Certified Core Support

### Training & Development

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Access to online learning platforms and certification programs
*     Regular code reviews and feedback sessions
*     Professional development funds for courses and conferences

## Required Skills

### Core Skills

Active Listening Python Documentation

### Trending Skills

Machine Learning Pipelines Feature Store Implementation Virtual Project Mapping
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## Specifics

### Work Environment

Fully remote ecosystem optimized for asynchronous execution

### Tools

Airflow Basecamp SQL Studio

### Collaboration

Async-first communication models via standardized digital workspaces

### Time Zones

Adaptable scheduling with core operational overlap during European hours (CET/GMT)

## Benefits

### Common Benefits

Remote Work Options    Flexible Hours    Home Office Allowance    High-end Hardware Budget    Learning & Development Stipend

### Additional Benefits

Mental Health Support    Coworking Space Access    Internet Allowance

## Market Trends * PNG

### Demand

Growing

### Growth Rate

15% annual growth

### Remote Work

Availability: Growing

Trend: Implementation of flexible scheduling options including compressed workweeks and core collaboration hours

#### Job Platforms

Jobicy Dice Indeed Wellfound Monster Glassdoor

#### Key Industries

Cybersecurity Quantum Computing Robotics FinTech Technology

## Cross-Country Pay Scale

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[![Spain flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/es.svg) Spain$43,000 9% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/es/data-governance-specialist.md) [![Italy flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/it.svg) Italy$46,000 17% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/it/data-governance-specialist.md) [![Canada flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/ca.svg) Canada$86,000 118% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/ca/data-governance-specialist.md) [![France flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/fr.svg) France$56,000 42% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/fr/data-governance-specialist.md) [![Sweden flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/se.svg) Sweden$59,000 50% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/se/data-governance-specialist.md) [![United States flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/usa.svg) United States$100,000 154% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/usa/data-governance-specialist.md) [![United Kingdom flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/gb.svg) United Kingdom$83,000 111% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/uk/data-governance-specialist.md) [![Austria flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/at.svg) Austria$53,000 35% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/at/data-governance-specialist.md) [![Netherlands flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/nl.svg) Netherlands$77,000 95% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/nl/data-governance-specialist.md) [![Singapore flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/sg.svg) Singapore$92,000 134% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/sg/data-governance-specialist.md)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the average Data Governance Specialist salary in Portugal?

The average salary for a Data Governance Specialist in Portugal is $39,400 per year. Entry-level positions (Junior Level) start near $23,900 - $32,600, while experienced professionals (Senior Level) can earn up to $47,200 - $71,300.

### What skills are required for a Data Governance Specialist role?

Core skills include Active Listening, Python, Documentation. Trending industrial skills are Machine Learning Pipelines, Feature Store Implementation, Virtual Project Mapping, while key emerging skills focus heavily on .

### What is the job market outlook for Data Governance Specialists?

The job market currently shows a Growing demand trajectory with a 15% annual growth trend factor. Remote availability remains active across modern employment hubs, primarily within sectors like Cybersecurity, Quantum Computing, Robotics, FinTech.

### What benefits are typically offered to Data Governance Specialists in Portugal?

Common base benefits generally encompass Remote Work Options, Flexible Hours, Home Office Allowance, High-end Hardware Budget. Additional remote allowances and workspace bonuses frequently include elements like Mental Health Support, Coworking Space Access, Internet Allowance.

### What is the hourly rate for Data Governance Specialists in Portugal?

Calculated against standard full-time operational hours, Data Governance Specialists typically average between €12.31 and €29.36 per hour. Actual contractual rates vary by platform scale and specific niche mastery.

### What are the core and trending skills for Data Governance Specialists?

Fundamental foundational competencies focus on Active Listening, Python, Documentation. To remain optimized for modern digital hiring cycles, candidates must actively integrate trending stacks like Machine Learning Pipelines, Feature Store Implementation, Virtual Project Mapping alongside advanced systems like .

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including purchasing power parity (PPP), estimated average income taxes
(approximately 37%),
and local living costs in Portugal.
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