Job Responsibilities :

Data Governance Expertise :

- Develop and maintain comprehensive data governance strategies to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.

- Establish and implement policies, standards, and guidelines related to data governance, data stewardship, and data quality management.

- Lead initiatives to enhance data governance capabilities including data catalog, data dictionary, business lineage, technical lineage, and stewardship workflows.

Data Catalog Management :

- Configure, maintain, and optimize data catalog tools such as Alation, Collibra, Informatica, or similar platforms.

- Ensure accurate metadata management and data lineage tracking across various systems.

- Collaborate with data stewards and business users to populate and maintain the data catalog, ensuring it meets the needs of all stakeholders.

Data Stewardship :

- Work closely with data stewards across the organization to ensure data is managed effectively and consistently.

- Develop and oversee stewardship workflows, ensuring explicit roles and responsibilities are defined and followed.

- Promote a culture of data stewardship and accountability within the organization.

Data Lineage and Dictionary :

- Establish and maintain business and technical data lineage documentation, ensuring transparency in data flows and transformations.

- Create and manage a centralized data dictionary, providing clear definitions and context for all data elements.

Technical Support and Collaboration :

- Collaborate with IT and data engineering teams to integrate data governance tools with existing data management systems.

- Provide technical support for data governance initiatives, troubleshooting and resolving issues as they arise.





- Stay updated on the latest trends and best practices in data governance, data catalog, and data stewardship.

Training and Documentation :

- Develop training programs and materials to educate stakeholders on data governance policies, data catalog usage, and stewardship best practices.

- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation related to data governance processes and tools.

Technical Knowledge and Skills Required :

- Deep knowledge and understanding of data governance concepts, including data catalog, data dictionary, business lineage, technical lineage, and stewardship workflows.

- Hands-on experience with configuration and maintenance of data catalog tools such as Alation, Collibra, Informatica, or similar platforms.

- Proficiency in programming languages such as SQL and HTML for scripting and customization purposes.

- Familiarity with data governance frameworks and methodologies.

Soft Skills Required :

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle complex data governance challenges.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a strong ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Work Experience :

- Proven experience in data governance, data catalog, and data stewardship roles.

- Experience working with data governance tools and platforms, configuring and maintaining them to meet organizational needs.-

- Experience in developing and implementing data governance policies and best practices.

Academics :

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Management, Data Science, or a related field.

- A master's degree would be a plus.

📌 Data Governance Specialist (Maharashtra)
🏢 Forward Eye Technologies
📍 Maharashtra