Data Catalog Description :
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Data Catalog Specialist to join our Data Governance team. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in metadata management, data cataloging, and data governance initiatives. This role is essential in establishing enterprise-wide visibility and accessibility of data assets, enabling business and technology users to easily discover, understand, and trust organizational Responsibilities :
- Lead the implementation and management of enterprise data catalog tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alation, Azure Purview, etc.).
- Develop and maintain metadata and lineage documentation across various systems and data sources.
- Work closely with data stewards, data engineers, and governance teams to ensure accurate and up-to-date catalog information.
- Define and enforce metadata standards, policies, and procedures to support consistent data definitions.
- Enable data discovery, data lineage, and data profiling for business and technical Skills & Qualifications :
- Minimum 5 years of experience in data cataloging, metadata management, or related data governance functions.
- Hands-on experience with tools like Collibra, Informatica EDC, Alation, Talend Data Catalog, or Azure Purview.
- Strong understanding of metadata concepts, data lineage, data profiling, and data quality frameworks.
- Experience working with SQL, relational databases, data lakes, and cloud data platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP).
- Familiarity with data governance policies, compliance requirements, and business glossaries.
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