Data Protection Officer

carVertical is a fast-growing tech company operating in 30 markets worldwide. We are committed to innovation, compliance, and data-driven decision-making. As we expand, we are looking for an experienced Data Protection Officer (DPO) to lead our data protection strategy and ensure compliance with global privacy regulations.

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Protection Officer (DPO) with deep expertise in data protection, privacy governance, and compliance within the tech sector. This role is critical in ensuring that carVertical maintains the highest standards of data privacy, security, and regulatory compliance. The DPO will work closely with legal, product, security, company management and engineering teams to embed privacy-by-design principles across the organization.

As our DPO you will:

• Oversee and manage data protection compliance across the company, ensuring adherence to GDPR and other applicable global privacy laws.

• Act as the point of contact for regulatory authorities, data subjects, and internal stakeholders on privacy matters.

• Develop, implement, and monitor privacy policies, procedures, and data protection impact assessments (DPIAs).

• Conduct privacy risk assessments and ensure appropriate mitigation strategies.

• Provide expert guidance to product and engineering teams to integrate privacy-by-design principles into technology solutions.

• Lead data breach response efforts, including investigation, regulatory reporting, and risk mitigation.

• Design and deliver internal training programs to raise awareness of data protection obligations.

• Stay up to date with evolving privacy regulations, industry standards, and best practices, advising leadership on compliance risks and opportunities.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience (5+ years) in data protection and privacy compliance, preferably in a tech-driven or SaaS environment.

• Strong knowledge of GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, and other relevant global privacy regulations.

• Experience working in a data-intensive environment, particularly with data, or digital platforms, is a plus.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement data protection frameworks in a fast-paced, evolving business.

• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to navigate cross-functional teams.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess risks and propose pragmatic solutions.

• Certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, or equivalent are preferred.

• Fluency in English; additional language skills are an advantage.

What we offer:

• A team of supportive professionals;

• Opportunity to lead and shape privacy strategies in a rapidly evolving industry;

• A dynamic work culture and the possibility to work remotely (we have spacious offices in Vilnius and Kaunas);

• Career development programs - we fund various professional trainings and courses;

• Additional paid vacations;

• Health insurance;

• Team building events;

• Company values that you can truly be proud of.

Gross salary range starts at 5000 EUR/month.

We are open to negotiation - the final offer will depend on your competences.