Lead Collibra specialist
About The Position
As the organization continues to expand its data ecosystem across cloud and on-premise platforms, there is a growing need to establish strong data governance, transparency, and trust in enterprise data assets. We are looking for a Data Catalog & Lineage Specialist to lead the implementation and adoption of enterprise-wide data cataloging, metadata management, and lineage capabilities. This role is critical to ensuring data is discoverable, reliable, compliant, and traceable, supporting both business and regulatory requirements. The Data Catalog & Lineage Specialist will be responsible for designing, implementing, and operationalizing metadata management and data lineage solutions. The role requires hands-on expertise in Collibra, along with strong knowledge of AWS-based data architectures, Snowflake, and relational databases. This position will work closely with cross-functional teams, including data engineering, governance, and business stakeholders, to embed data governance practices and enable end-to-end visibility into data flows.
Requirements
- Strong hands-on experience with Collibra (Data Catalog & Lineage modules)
- Solid understanding of data governance frameworks and best practices
- Experience with AWS data architecture (e.g., S3, Glue, Redshift, Lambda, etc.)
- Expertise in Snowflake and relational databases
- Proven experience in implementing data lineage and metadata management solutions
- Ability to identify and manage PII and sensitive data elements
- Strong knowledge of data modeling, ETL processes, and data integration
- Experience working in cross-functional and enterprise environments
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Nice To Haves
- Experience in large-scale data governance transformations
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to data privacy and compliance
- Certifications in Collibra, AWS, or Data Governance (preferred but not mandatory)
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of enterprise data catalog and lineage solutions using Collibra
- Develop and maintain metadata management frameworks and standards across the organization
- Enable end-to-end data lineage across cloud and on-premise systems
- Collaborate with business and technical teams to ensure data is discoverable, trusted, and compliant
- Drive adoption of data governance frameworks and best practices
- Identify and classify PII (Personally Identifiable Information) and ensure compliance with data protection policies
- Integrate metadata and lineage capabilities into AWS-based data platforms and Snowflake environments
- Support data quality, data stewardship, and regulatory reporting initiatives
- Provide leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams on data governance and lineage strategies
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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