[Hiring] Data Governance Analyst @Independence Pet Group

Role Description

The Data Governance Analyst is responsible for supporting and managing the technology platforms, tools, and processes that enable the organization's Data Governance program. This role serves as the primary technical resource for governance technologies and partners closely with Data Governance, Security, Engineering, Legal, and business stakeholders to support:

• Data cataloging
• Metadata management
• Master data management (MDM)
• Privacy compliance
• Data quality initiatives
• Governance program execution

Key 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
  • Data lineage documentation
• Support and administer Databricks Unity Catalog, including:
  • Data asset registration
  • Metadata management
  • Access governance coordination
  • 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 Master Data Management (MDM) platforms and governance processes, including:
  • Stewardship workflows
  • Data quality initiatives
  • Master data controls
• Monitor platform adoption, governance metrics, and usage trends, providing 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience measuring and reporting governance adoption, data quality, and operational metrics is preferred.

Preferred Attributes

• 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.

Compensation

Nationwide Base pay range: $124,900 - $155,000 per year. This is the range we reasonably expect to pay at hire. Placement within the range depends on job-related factors such as experience, skills, and certifications. This position is not eligible for an annual bonus. Base pay is one part of a total rewards package that includes the benefits listed below.

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)

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