Create AWS Glue Data Catalog views using cross-account definer roles

This article explains how to create AWS Glue Data Catalog views using cross-account IAM definer roles, enabling data mesh architectures across multiple AWS accounts.

• Cross-account definer roles allow view creation in central governance accounts from producer accounts
• Supports multi-dialect views (SPARK and ATHENA) queryable across Athena, Redshift Spectrum, EMR, and Glue
• Eliminates data duplication by providing filtered access without copying base tables
• Enhances security through separation of duties and comprehensive audit trails
• Enables data owner accounts to manage views using existing CI/CD pipeline roles
• Includes step-by-step implementation for two-account setup with code samples and SQL examples

Cross-account definer roles streamline multi-account data governance, reduce operational overhead, and maintain security without requiring data duplication across AWS accounts.