Product Manager, Data Governance

Cleveland Clinic

2d•Remote

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Details Join the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation as you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. The Product Manager, Data Governance is responsible for managing the vision, roadmap, and execution of enterprise data governance capabilities that ensure data is trustworthy, consistent, and ready for advanced analytics and AI. This role leads the lifecycle and adoption of governance products and operating models—including data stewardship, semantic standards, metadata, lineage, and data quality—across clinical, operational, and analytic domains. This individual will ensure that products align with strategic goals, meet evolving business needs, and deliver measurable value. They will work cross-functionally with clinical, operational, and engineering teams to identify key challenges, governance gaps, resolve semantic inconsistencies, and embed governance into data platforms and workflows. Key product management skills essential for success in this role include a strong ability to define product vision, create clear and actionable roadmaps, and manage end-to-end product lifecycles from ideation to deployment. They should possess exceptional stakeholder management abilities to drive alignment across functions and communicate product impact to senior leadership effectively. Further, they must effectively communicate complex governance concepts to diverse audiences, lead change management and adoption efforts, and continuously improve governance capabilities to meet evolving regulatory, clinical, and business needs. A data-driven approach to product performance and a commitment to continuous improvement are also crucial. A caregiver in this position works remotely, Monday-Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM, with one on-site day per month in Northeast Ohio.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
3 years of experience as a Team Lead or Manager in an IT or technology-focused environment.
4 additional years functionally related technical experience may offset the degree requirement.
Proven track record of leading digital product transformations and driving measurable impact.
Experience working within multidisciplinary teams and engaging stakeholders across clinical, operational, and technical fields.
For Information Technology Division caregivers, ITIL Foundations certification is required within 6 months of position start date.
Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods.
Ability to travel throughout the hospital system.
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment.
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Responsibilities

Leads planning and execution efforts to expand capabilities and value of products
Own the product vision, roadmap, and execution for enterprise data governance capabilities, including data stewardship, semantic standards, metadata, lineage, and data quality, ensuring alignment with enterprise data strategy and digital transformation goals.
Delivery of business value across products
Expansion of product capabilities to meet business/clinical requirements
Use data analytics to guide decisions, refine products iteratively, and report progress and measurable outcomes to senior leadership, aligning products with Value Stream goals.
Collaborate closely with IT and engineering teams to ensure cohesive, scalable, and forward-thinking digital architectures.
Champion transformative digital solutions by leveraging technology to meet evolving healthcare needs.
Define product roadmap and vision that aligns with the organization’s digital transformation goals and drives long-term, impactful solutions
Set clear timelines and milestones to guide development and evaluate product success.
Provide regular, concise updates to senior leadership on product vision, progress, and measurable outcomes, aligning with organizational goals, ensuring all stakeholders understand the value and direction of digital initiatives.
Manage end-to-end lifecycles from ideation and planning to development, testing, and deployment, ensuring all products meet high standards of usability, effectiveness, and clinical relevance.
Regularly assess and refine products based on feedback, performance metrics, and evolving organizational needs, ensuring a balance between short-term improvements and strategic transformation
Implement an iterative approach to product refinement, continuously seeking opportunities to enhance product functionality, efficiency, and clinical value in response to feedback and new insights.
Other duties as assigned.