Title: Digital Infrastructure Expansion Lead
Shanghai, CN
At Chain IQ, your ideas move fast.
Chain IQ is a global AI-driven Procurement Service Partner, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, with operations across main centers and 16 offices worldwide. We provide tailored, end-to-end procurement solutions that enable transformation, drive scalability, and deliver substantial reductions in our clients' indirect spend. Our culture is built on innovation, entrepreneurship, ownership, and impact. Here, your voice matters - bold thinking is encouraged, and action follows ambition.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Digital Infrastructure & Data Governance Lead to establish and manage our technology and data governance setup in China. This role will ensure that our digital platforms, infrastructure, and data management practices operate in full compliance with Chinese regulations while remaining aligned with our global architecture and technology strategy.
This is a hands-on execution role focused on building and operating a compliant, secure, and scalable technology environment in China, including support for advanced digital and AI-driven platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Digital Architecture & Infrastructure
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Define and implement the technology architecture for our China operations aligned with global platforms and systems.
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Establish and manage China-based cloud infrastructure and connectivity with global systems.
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Ensure high availability, performance, and resilience of digital platforms supporting business operations.
Data Governance & Compliance
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Translate global data governance frameworks into a China-compliant operating model.
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Implement data classification, localization, and cross-border data transfer controls.
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Ensure compliance with key Chinese regulations including Cybersecurity Law, Data Security Law, and PIPL.
Security & Risk Management
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Work closely with global cybersecurity teams to ensure secure infrastructure and access management.
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Conduct risk assessments and ensure proper monitoring, logging, and data protection standards.
Stakeholder & Vendor Management
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Act as the primary China-based technology governance authority for infrastructure and data-related decisions.
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Collaborate with global infrastructure, security, and AI platform teams.
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Manage relationships with local cloud providers, technology vendors, and compliance advisors.
What We Are Looking For
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8–12+ years of experience in enterprise IT architecture, infrastructure, or data governance.
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Strong experience building or operating IT infrastructure and data environments in China.
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Solid understanding of Chinese data regulations (CSL, DSL, PIPL) and data localization requirements.
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Experience working in global organizations with hybrid or multi-cloud environments.
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Strong stakeholder management and ability to operate in complex regulatory environments.
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Fluent Mandarin and English.
Join a truly global team.
We offer a dynamic and international environment where high performance meets real purpose. We're proud to be Great Place to Work-certified and even prouder of the people who make that possible. Let’s shape the future of procurement - together.
Chain IQ – Create. Lead. Make an impact.
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