Data Governance Architect

BCforward - Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Philadelphia, PA

5,001-10,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Data Governance Architect is responsible for developing and implementing data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance, security, and data privacy across the organization. This role requires collaboration with various stakeholders and the Data Platform Architect to manage data access and sharing effectively. The architect will also engage with clients to understand their data governance needs and provide guidance on best practices for data management and governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance, security, and data privacy requirements.
• Collaborate with the Data Platform Architect to ensure proper data access, sharing, and management across the platform.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define data governance strategies and best practices.
• Provide guidance on best practices for data preparation, exploration, and visualization within the platform.
• Monitor and enforce data governance policies, including financial governance, PII data management, and secure data sharing.
• Utilize Databricks for data processing, analytics, and governance activities.
• Facilitate client-facing discussions to understand their data governance needs and challenges.
• Conduct assessments of data quality and compliance with governance policies.
• Provide recommendations for improvements in data management and governance processes.
• Create and maintain documentation for data governance initiatives.
• Train and mentor team members on data governance principles and tools.
• Provide client-facing support, ensuring clear communication and understanding of technical solutions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience with Databricks.
• Demonstrated experience in client-facing roles, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of data governance principles, frameworks, and best practices.