Data Privacy Officer

Pipedrive

Data protection officer leading and evolving Pipedrive’s global privacy program with a focus on AI. Encourage innovation while maintaining privacy compliance within various teams.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeTallinn • 🇪🇪 EstoniaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing and improving privacy programs, with a strong focus on compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and AI-related privacy considerations. Proven ability to lead teams, conduct audits, and provide actionable guidance on data protection principles across software development and AI initiatives.

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Data Protection Officer ExperienceGDPR Compliance ExpertisePrivacy By Design ImplementationProgram Management SkillsCIPP/E or CIPP/US Certification

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Hard Skills

Privacy Compliance ManagementData Processing AgreementsAudit ReadinessRisk AssessmentStakeholder AlignmentChange ManagementAI Privacy ConsiderationsData GovernanceISO 27701 FamiliarityMLOps Collaboration

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationConsultancy SupportTraining DevelopmentTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

PipedriveSoftware Development LifecycleCRM SystemsData Management ToolsPrivacy Compliance Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CIPP/ECIPP/USCIPM

Industry Keywords

Privacy ProgramISO CertificationSaaSB2B SoftwareCalifornia Consumer Privacy ActCalifornia Privacy Rights ActData Breach ResponseAI FeaturesData Protection PrinciplesRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own, maintain and improve Pipedrive’s ISO-certified Privacy Program end to end: create, implement, and coordinate compliance policies, processes and supporting documentation and metrics.
Assist with oversight and management of the Group Record Retention and Management Schedule.
Lead the Privacy Team.
Monitor, identify and apply relevant privacy compliance requirements across all Pipedrive locations and points of sale.
Evaluate business activities across all departments to assess and advise on compliance risks and controls.
Define objectives and goals for compliance ambitions, connecting business interests to compliance adherence.
Proactively conduct and participate in audits and other privacy compliance monitoring activities.
Serve as a trusted partner to Product and Engineering teams as they build and deploy (AI) features.
Advise on the privacy implications of AI development, including responsible use of personal data in training and inference.
Help teams navigate the privacy and data protection dimensions of AI use cases, bringing practical guidance rather than just compliance checklists.
Develop, deliver, and measure privacy, AI, and data compliance training for all relevant staff.
Stay current on the evolving regulatory landscape around AI and data, and translate those developments into actionable guidance for the business.
Provide privacy consultancy support at all levels of the business.
Work with Product and Engineering to ensure Privacy by Design and Default principles are followed throughout the software development lifecycle.
Ensure data protection principles are applied in due diligence activities, including M&A.
Be part of the incident response team to respond effectively to data breaches in accordance with GDPR and other applicable regulations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant international experience in data protection and privacy within a software-as-a-service (SaaS) or technology environment
Practical experience as a data protection officer or in a similar statutory privacy role
Deep knowledge of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and US privacy regulations, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
Experience managing privacy programs for a data processor, including sub-processor management and data processing agreements
Strong understanding of how artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning systems use data and the privacy considerations they create
Experience applying Privacy by Design principles to software development and AI feature development
Proven program management skills, including roadmapping, stakeholder alignment, change management and audit readiness
Familiarity with ISO 27701 or other privacy certification frameworks is a plus
CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM or an equivalent privacy certification is a plus
Familiarity with AI-specific risks, including data leakage, bias in training data and transparency requirements, is a plus
Background in data governance or experience working closely with machine learning operations (MLOps) or data engineering teams is a plus
Experience in customer relationship management (CRM) or business-to-business (B2B) software as a service (SaaS) is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

People-first culture - Be part of a team that values authenticity, champions collaboration, and supports each other—no egos, just teamwork.
Unlock potential - Push boundaries, take ownership, and experiment with the latest technologies as we enhance our AI First Vision.
We’ve got you - Your well-being matters. Enjoy flexible hours, wellness perks and SWAG. Think performance-based bonuses, stocks, 28 paid leave days, well-being days, compassionate leave, and even pawternal leave.
Grow with us - Whether through mentorship, coaching, or internal mobility, we invest in helping you unlock your potential.
Packed with purpose - Help 100,000+ small and medium-sized businesses grow and succeed while doing meaningful, customer-driven work.