Data Governance Analyst
About The Position
The Data Governance Analyst supports and manages the technology platforms, tools, and processes that enable the organization’s Data Governance program. The role serves as the primary technical resource for governance technologies and works with Data Governance, Security, Engineering, Legal, and business stakeholders to support data cataloging, metadata management, master data management (MDM), privacy compliance, data quality initiatives, and governance program execution. The analyst administers enterprise data catalog and privacy governance platforms, supports Databricks Unity Catalog and MDM processes, and leads the data catalog roadmap and Data Stewardship Program. The role also monitors adoption and governance metrics, develops governance documentation and operating procedures, and contributes to data governance projects and strategic initiatives.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, or a related discipline.
- Hands-on experience implementing and administering data catalog platforms, including metadata management and catalog engineering.
- Experience building and operationalizing a Data Stewardship Program from the ground up.
- Strong knowledge of data governance principles, metadata management, data cataloging, data lineage, and stewardship best practices.
- Experience supporting or administering Databricks Unity Catalog or similar governance platforms.
- Familiarity with Master Data Management (MDM) solutions and data quality management processes.
- Experience working with privacy, consent, and compliance technologies such as Osano.
- Strong technical, analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across Data Governance, Security, Engineering, Product, and business teams.
- Familiarity with industry-standard data governance frameworks and governance operating models.
- Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to translate technical concepts into business-friendly language.
- Passion for improving data quality, governance maturity, and organizational data literacy.
Nice To Haves
- Experience measuring and reporting governance adoption, data quality, and operational metrics is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Administer and support the enterprise Data Catalog in partnership with the Data Governance team.
- Lead the data catalog roadmap, including metadata collection, asset onboarding, data classification, business glossary development, and data lineage documentation.
- Support and administer Databricks Unity Catalog, including data asset registration, metadata management, access governance coordination, and catalog organization across data domains.
- Partner with data owners, stewards, and engineering teams to improve data discoverability, governance adoption, and data management practices.
- Design, implement, and lead the Data Stewardship Program in alignment with data catalog deployment and governance objectives.
- Serve as the primary administrator and business liaison for Osano, managing platform enhancements, issue resolution, compliance requests, and vendor coordination.
- Support MDM platforms and governance processes, including stewardship workflows, data quality initiatives, and master data controls.
- Monitor platform adoption, governance metrics, and usage trends, and provide recommendations for process optimization and technology improvements.
- Support data governance projects and strategic initiatives as needed.
- Develop governance documentation, standards, and operational procedures that support scalable data management practices.
Benefits
- Comprehensive full medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Basic life insurance at no cost to the employee.
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
- 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave.
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- Retirement savings plan.
- Personal Paid Time Off.
- Paid holidays and company-wide Wellness Day off.
- Paid time off to volunteer at nonprofit organizations.
- Pet-friendly office environment.
- Commuter benefits.
- Group pet insurance.
- On-the-job training and skills development.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Opportunities for career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
