Data Governance Specialist

Summary

Join Data Meaning, a leading Business Intelligence and Data Analytics consulting firm, as an Azure Purview Data Catalog Engineer. This role involves managing and optimizing data cataloging and governance solutions using Microsoft Azure Purview. You will implement, configure, and maintain Azure Purview, develop metadata and data lineage policies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Experience in the education sector is preferred. The position requires a highly skilled individual contributor capable of working independently and delivering exceptional results. This is a remote position.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in data governance, metadata management, or related fields
• Proficiency in Azure Purview, including implementation and optimization
• Strong understanding of metadata concepts, data lineage, and classification
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Azure ecosystem (e.g., Synapse Analytics, Data Factory, Power BI)
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to work independently and deliver high-quality results in a remote setup
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, and maintain Azure Purview for comprehensive data cataloging and governance
• Develop and manage metadata, data lineage, and classification policies to ensure data integrity and discoverability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define standards, and design effective data catalog solutions
• Work closely with stakeholders in the education sector to align data governance initiatives with industry-specific needs
• Optimize Azure Purview for integration with other Microsoft Azure tools, including Synapse Analytics, Data Factory, and Power BI
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for data catalog standards, procedures, and best practices
• Monitor and improve the performance of the Azure Purview environment, ensuring scalability and reliability
• Provide training and guidance to teams on using and benefiting from the data catalog effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Data Science, or a related field
• Experience in data governance frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., DAMA, DCAM, GDPR, FERPA, LGPD)
• Knowledge of Agile development methodologies and version control tools (e.g., Git)
• Certification in Microsoft Azure or related tools
• Relevant certifications such as CDMP and/or DAMA
• Experience in designing data governance programs for large enterprises
• Hands-on experience with data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Python, Tableau)