TN Visa Data Governance Lead Jobs
Data Governance Lead roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the Systems Analyst category when the position centers on data architecture, metadata management, or information governance frameworks. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no annual cap. Mexican citizens require a U.S. consulate appointment under the limited TN allocation.
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INTRODUCTION
At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation package - this is Total Rewards. Employees enjoy multiple wealth-building opportunities through our annual stock grant, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k), and access to free, year-round money coaches. That’s how we’re UNSTOPPABLE for our employees!
Are you looking for a work environment which encourages teamwork and where you are respected, supported, challenged, and can grow and advance your career? If your answer is “yes,” you should join T-Mobile’s All-Star Legal Team!
T-Mobile has an exciting opportunity for an attorney with exceptional analytical and communication skills and a talent for creative problem-solving to provide legal guidance to our dynamic business teams. Working closely with business clients and cross-functional teams, the successful candidate will provide practical, strategic legal counsel and develop creative solutions to complex legal and operational challenges.
The Un-carrier seeks a collaborative, hardworking attorney to join its privacy team.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Corporate Counsel, Data Governance & Privacy will provide legal and strategic guidance for enterprise-wide data governance and data stewardship programs. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the legal department and business partners throughout the company to deliver practical, creative legal solutions to complex challenges.
- Provide legal support for T-Mobile's enterprise data governance and data stewardship programs, advising cross-functional stakeholders on the development and implementation of data governance processes and controls.
- Provide strategic legal counsel on data lifecycle management, including records retention, defensible deletion, data minimization, enterprise data inventory, data access governance, and third-party data management.
- Advise on compliance with domestic and international privacy laws and regulations and other legal requirements governing data governance, retention, and access, and assessing legal risks associated with evolving regulatory expectations.
- Develop legal guidance, policies, standards, training, and playbooks to promote consistent enterprise practices related to data governance, records management, and data stewardship.
- Partner with legal and business teams to support enterprise governance initiatives and further strengthen organizational readiness for litigation, investigations, audits, and regulatory inquiries.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
While the quality and accomplishments of a person’s career will be the determining factor, candidates must have the following requisite qualifications:
- JD with at least three 2 – 4 years of experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable guidance
- Comfort engaging with stakeholders at all levels of an organization, from technical teams to senior leadership
- The ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-moving environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will also have some or all of the following:
- 3+ years’ experience with US and/or international privacy or security laws and regulations. Passion for mitigating risk in evolving privacy and security regulatory landscapes
- Appetite for innovation and aptitude for creative problem-solving
- Deep curiosity with a drive to understand the business goals and product details to drive informed decision-making
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
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Strong people and motivational skills
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At least 18 years of age
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Travel:
Travel Required (Yes/No): No
DOT Regulated:
DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No): No
Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No): No
COMPENSATION
- Base Pay Range: $123,200 - $222,200
- Corporate Bonus Target: 15%
The pay range above is the general base pay range for a successful candidate in the role. The successful candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range.
At T-Mobile, employees in regular, non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on their role. Most Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance and which is set at a percentage of the employee’s eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance.
At T-Mobile, our benefits exemplify the spirit of One Team, Together! A big part of how we care for one another is working to ensure our benefits evolve to meet the needs of our team members. Full and part-time employees have access to the same benefits when eligible. We cover all of the bases, offering medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401(k), employee stock grants, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - paid parental and family leave, family building benefits, back-up care, enhanced family support, childcare subsidy, tuition assistance, college coaching, short- and long-term disability, voluntary AD&D coverage, voluntary accident coverage, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, and voluntary long-term care insurance. We don't stop there - eligible employees can also receive mobile service & home internet discounts, pet insurance, and access to commuter and transit programs!
Never stop growing!
As part of the T-Mobile team, you know the Un-carrier doesn’t have a corporate ladder–it’s more like a jungle gym of possibilities! We love helping our employees grow in their careers, because it’s that shared drive to aim high that drives our business and our culture forward. By applying for this career opportunity, you’re living our values while investing in your career growth–and we applaud it. You’re unstoppable!
T-Mobile USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination, retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated.
Talent comes in all forms at the Un-carrier. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by emailing ApplicantAccommodation@t-mobile.com or calling 1-844-873-9500. Please note, this contact channel is not a means to apply for or inquire about a position and we are unable to respond to non-accommodation related requests.
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Align your credentials to Systems Analyst
TN visa status for Data Governance Lead roles routes through the Systems Analyst category. Your degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field must appear on your credential evaluation before you approach any employer about sponsorship.
Target employers with data compliance mandates
Financial institutions, healthcare networks, and publicly traded companies operate under strict data governance regulations. These employers already budget for a dedicated governance lead and are far more likely to understand what TN sponsorship requires from their side.
Request a role-specific support letter early
Your employer's support letter must connect your degree to Systems Analyst duties: data cataloging, lineage tracking, policy enforcement. A vague letter citing general IT management is a common reason CBP officers ask follow-up questions at the Canadian border.
Verify the job description before signing
Job titles like Data Governance Lead sometimes bundle unrelated duties such as project management or vendor negotiation. Duties that fall outside Systems Analyst scope can complicate your TN approval. Review the posted description against USCIS specialty occupation guidance before accepting an offer.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-ready openings
Searching for Data Governance Lead roles at employers experienced with visa sponsorship saves weeks of cold outreach. Migrate Mate filters job listings to help you identify employers with recent visa filings, so you can focus on companies that have sponsored work visa candidates before.
Prepare a Mexican consulate appointment strategy
Mexican citizens cannot use port-of-entry processing and must book a U.S. consulate interview. Appointment slots vary significantly by location and season, so apply for your interview date as soon as your employer finalizes the offer letter and support letter documentation.
Data Governance Lead TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Governance Lead role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, provided the position maps to the Systems Analyst occupational category under USMCA. The role must center on technical duties like data classification frameworks, metadata governance, or enterprise data policy enforcement rather than general program management. Your employer's support letter must make that connection explicit, and your degree should be in computer science, information systems, or a closely related field.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Data Governance Lead positions?
TN status has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start work as soon as CBP approves your application at the border. H-1B visa selection is lottery-based with an April registration window and an October start date. For a Data Governance Lead role with a confirmed offer, TN sponsorship typically gets you into the position months faster than waiting for an H-1B slot.
What documents does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer must prepare a formal support letter on company letterhead that describes your job title, duties, salary, and employment duration, and explicitly classifies the role under the Systems Analyst TN category. The letter should reference your qualifying degree. Canadian citizens present this letter directly at a port of entry. Mexican citizens submit it as part of their consulate application package. No government labor certification or prevailing wage documentation is required for TN status.
Where can I find Data Governance Lead jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for roles with TN visa sponsorship. Rather than filtering through general job boards and guessing which employers will sponsor a TN, Migrate Mate surfaces listings from employers who have already committed to TN sponsorship, including Data Governance Lead and related information systems roles.
Can I switch employers after starting a Data Governance Lead role on TN status?
Yes, but your TN authorization is tied to your current employer. Before you can legally begin work with a new company, that employer must independently establish your TN status, either by presenting a new support letter at a Canadian port of entry or through USCIS Form I-129 for a change of employer. You cannot port TN status the way certain H-1B holders can under portability provisions.