Data Governance Specialist

Data Governance & Data Quality Specialist

You will play a key role in the implementation and adoption of the data governan...

Location

India , Hyderabad

Salary:

Not provided

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s / Bachelor's degree with 9 - 12 years of experience in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, or related fields
Technical skills (Advanced SQL, Python etc) with knowledge of Pharma processes with specialization in a domain (e.g., Research, Clinical Trials, Commercial, etc.)
In depth experience of working with or supporting systems used to data governance framework. E.g. Collibra, Alation
In depth knowledge of data management, common data models, metadata management, data quality, master data management, data stewardship, data protection, etc.
In depth experience with data products development life cycle, including the enablement of data dictionaries, business glossary to increase data products reusability and data literacy
Customer focused with excellent written and verbal communication skills who can confidently work with internal Amgen business stakeholders and external service partners on business process and technology topics
Ability to manage scrum teams

Job Responsibility

Responsible for the adoption of data governance framework implementation for a given domain of expertise (Research, Development, Supply Chain, etc.)
Responsible for the operationalization of the Enterprise data governance framework and aligning broader stakeholder community with their data governance needs, including data quality, data access controls, compliance with privacy and security regulations, foundational master data management, data sharing, communication and change management
Works with Enterprise MDM and Reference Data to enforce standards and data reusability
Drives cross functional alignment in his/her domain(s) of expertise to ensure adherence to Data Governance principles
Develops policies for data, metadata, privacy, lineage, access, security, retention, and archival
Maintain documentation on data definitions, data standards, data flows, legacy data structures / hierarchies, common data models, data harmonization etc. for assigned domains
Ensure compliance requirements with data privacy, security, and regulatory policies for the assigned domains
Jointly with Technology teams, business functions, and enterprise teams (e.g., MDM, Enterprise Data Fabric, etc.) define the specifications shaping the development and implementation of data foundations
Build strong relationship with key business leads and partners to ensure their needs are met

New

Seeking a Data Governance Specialist for a contract opportunity in Columbus, Ohi...

Location

United States , Columbus

Salary:

Not provided

Revel IT

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years experience in data governance, data management, analytics, or related data roles
Strong understanding of data governance concepts, data quality practices, and meta data management
Experience partnering with business stakeholders to define and manage data
Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to clearly document and explain data concepts
The ability to read and write small letters and numbers
the ability to make arithmetic calculations
and the ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
The successful completion of a ninety (90) day orientation period
The execution of an Employment Agreement
Strong communication skills and self-driven work ethic are required

Job Responsibility

Leads archive and retention policy efforts
advances data sensitivity classification, and ensures data is secured appropriately based on its classification and use
Acts as a role model for data literacy and stewardship, improving data trust and consistency while enabling client to operate as a data-driven organization and serving as a bridge between business and technology
Partners with business stakeholders to define, approve, and maintain data glossary terms and key metrics
Establishes and maintains business glossaries, data definitions, data dictionary, and metadata within governance tools (e.g., Microsoft Purview)
Supports and advances enterprise data governance standards, policies, and best practices
Defines and reinforces data ownership and stewardship responsibilities across business domains
Performs data profiling and supports data quality initiatives, including identifying issues and tracking remediation activities
Contributes to the development and execution of data archive and retention policies
Advances data sensitivity classification and supports appropriate data security practices

Senior Data Governance Specialist

Are you looking for a new challenge? Fancy helping us shape the future of motor ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Prima

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6+ years of experience in Data Governance / Data Management / Analytics Governance in complex organizations (ideally regulated environments)
Proven experience designing and running governance mechanisms end-to-end: operating model, stewardship/ownership, glossary & metrics, metadata/catalog, lineage, access & privacy controls, and data quality
Strong understanding of governance capabilities and maturity concepts (e.g., governance + security emphasis, business data knowledge/metadata, controls)
Ability to influence without authority: strong stakeholder management, facilitation, negotiation, and communication across technical and non-technical audiences
Strong problem solving, pragmatic approach, and ability to drive execution in ambiguous environments

Job Responsibility

Data Governance operating model: Define and maintain the governance framework (domains, councils/forums, decision rights, RACI), clarifying roles such as Data Owners, Data Stewards, and technical custodians. Facilitate governance cadences (domain working groups, escalation paths, prioritization) and drive stakeholder alignment across business and tech
Own enterprise metadata: Govern and scale Business Glossary, KPI/metric definitions, data dictionaries, and documentation standards to reduce ambiguity and improve data literacy. Drive adoption of a data catalog approach (discovery, context, ownership, certifications) and ensure assets have the right business and technical metadata
Establish standards and processes for data lineage (business + technical): certification of critical datasets/reports, and impact analysis for changes. Define governance requirements for new data products (documentation, ownership, SLAs, access model, retention, quality expectations, monitoring)
Data quality as strategic pillar: Define DQ strategy for critical domains: quality dimensions, thresholds, ownership, and remediation workflows. Drive root-cause analysis patterns with platform/engineering teams and track improvements via KPIs. (Stewardship typically covers day-to-day quality management, within a broader governance model)
Enablement, change management: Create playbooks, templates, and training to embed governance in delivery (from intake to release). Mentor more junior profiles and act as a trusted advisor for business stakeholders, helping teams “do the right thing” with minimal friction

What we offer

Hybrid working, with a mix of home and office days
For up to 30 days per year, work from anywhere
Access to learning resources, mentorship and a growth plan tailored to you
Private healthcare
Gym discounts
Wellbeing programs
Mental health support

Fulltime

Senior Data Governance Specialist

The Senior Data Governance Specialist is responsible for establishing, driving, ...

Location

United States , Houston

Salary:

80.00 - 90.00 USD / Hour

Aquent

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Management, MIS, or related field
7–10+ years relevant experience in data governance, data management, analytics engineering, or data quality
Deep expertise in metadata, master data, data quality, lineage, and regulatory compliance
Hands-on experience with Atlan and Monte Carlo or comparable platforms is strongly preferred
Strong SQL + BI background, with experience in integrating catalog/observability data into dashboards
Proven stakeholder leadership with ability to influence senior leaders across business, engineering, Legal, Security, and Compliance
Excellent communication and ability to simplify complex data concepts

Job Responsibility

Develop and maintain the enterprise DG strategy, policies, standards, and processes
Define and implement scalable operating models (centralized, federated, hybrid)
Lead DG KPI development, maturity assessments, and continuous-improvement cycles
Define enterprise DQ dimensions, rules, controls, and remediation workflows
Drive organization-wide identification and governance of Critical Data Elements
Oversee issue triage, RCA, and remediation with clear business/technical ownership
Lead enterprise adoption of metadata standards and quality expectations
Oversee Atlan catalog governance (domains, glossary, lineage, personas/policies)
Partner with architecture and engineering to expand automated and governed manual lineage
Establish and operationalize Data Owner, Steward, Custodian roles and accountability models