Lead Data Governance SME @ Thoughtworks

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Full-Time

Lead Data Governance SME

Posted on 5/2/2024

Thoughtworks

10,001+ employees

Global technology consultancy focusing on AI and data

Consulting

Consumer Software

Fintech

Senior

Atlanta, GA, USA

Required Skills

Data Structures & Algorithms

SQL

Requirements

Strong understanding of databases and data structures
Intermediate to a high level of Data Governance understanding
Basic to intermediate knowledge of batch data
Basic to intermediate knowledge of real-time streaming data
Intermediate level proficiency in Structured Query Language (SQL)
Beginner to Intermediate level proficiency with Data Governance Tools
Basic level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or Google Suite
Strong analytical and time management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Intermediate facilitation skills with the ability to drive issues to closure
Self-motivated and able to handle tasks with minimal supervision or questions
Ability to deliver a high level of customer service and stakeholder management
Ability to collaborate in writing various documents such as current state, future state, and project charters
Foster company success through professionalism, a positive attitude, and the ability to collaborate with team members

Responsibilities

Develop control structures within a simple environment to ensure the accuracy and quality of data through all upstream and downstream data channels
Provide thought leadership and participate in projects that involve any of the upstream or downstream data flows and processes
Ensure controls are in place over applications to ensure data integrity by performing data integrity gap analysis
Coordinate the resolution of data integrity gaps by working with the business owners and IT
Work with business partners to interview key stakeholders to gather and understand data governance gaps within the organization
Assisting the data governance organization in continuing to develop current frameworks that can be applied to current and new clients
Assist in the pillars of data governance including data quality, master data management, metadata management, data security, etc.
Advisement on how to implement a Data Governance framework/organization and advise on the pillars of Data Governance within a client’s organization

The role of Data Governance SME is to support the Data Governance team in the formation and execution of a data governance framework, policy, and standards. This position assists in the development and implementation of an enterprise data governance program through discovery, gap analysis, and future state implementation plan.

Job responsibilities

Develop control structures within a simple environment to ensure the accuracy and quality of data through all upstream and downstream data channels.
Provide thought leadership and participate in projects that involve any of the upstream or downstream data flows and processes.
Ensure controls are in place over applications to ensure data integrity by performing data integrity gap analysis.
Coordinate the resolution of data integrity gaps by working with the business owners and IT.
Work with business partners to interview key stakeholders to gather and understand data governance gaps within the organization.
Assisting the data governance organization in continuing to develop current frameworks that can be applied to current and new clients.
This role will also assist in the pillars of data governance including data quality, master data management, metadata management, data security, etc.
Advisement on how to implement a Data Governance framework/organization and advise on the pillars of Data Governance within a client’s organization.

Job qualifications

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of databases and data structures.
Intermediate to a high level of Data Governance understanding.
Basic to intermediate knowledge of batch data.
Basic to intermediate knowledge of real-time streaming data.
Intermediate level proficiency in Structured Query Language (SQL).
Beginner to Intermediate level proficiency with Data Governance Tools.
Basic level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or Google Suite.

Professional Skills

Strong analytical and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Intermediate facilitation skills with the ability to drive issues to closure.
Self-motivated and able to handle tasks with minimal supervision or questions.
Ability to deliver a high level of customer service and stakeholder management.
Ability to collaborate in writing various documents such as current state, future state, and project charters.
Foster company success through professionalism, a positive attitude, and the ability to collaborate with team members.

Other things to know

Learning & Development

There is no one-size-fits-all career path at Thoughtworks: however you want to develop your career is entirely up to you. But we also balance autonomy with the strength of our cultivation culture. This means your career is supported by interactive tools, numerous development programs and teammates who want to help you grow. We see value in helping each other be our best and that extends to empowering our employees in their career journeys.

Travel

While we’ve traditionally been a traveling consultancy, we have adopted a hybrid working model with the majority of work being completed remotely from either home or local Thoughtworks offices. However, business travel to client locations should be expected when required by Thoughtworks or our clients’ needs.

Company Policies

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Thoughtworks

Thoughtworks is a global technology consultancy that integrates strategy, design and engineering to drive digital innovation. For 30+ years, our clients have trusted our autonomous teams to build solutions that look past the obvious. Here, computer science grads come together with seasoned technologists, self-taught developers, midlife career changers and more to learn from and challenge each other. Career journeys flourish with the strength of our cultivation culture, which has won numerous awards around the world.

Join Thoughtworks and thrive. Together, our extra curiosity, innovation, passion and dedication overcomes ordinary.

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Thoughtworks is a global technology consultancy specializing in adaptable technology platforms, digital product design, and leveraging data and AI. Their main technologies include software engineering, data analytics, and AI.

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

$748M

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1993

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