Data Governance Specialist - Azure Purview

Location: US, BR/LATAM

Contract Type: TBD

Data Meaning is a front-runner in Business Intelligence and Data Analytics consulting, renowned for our high-quality consulting services throughout the US and LATAM. Our expertise lies in delivering tailored solutions in Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing, and Project Management. We are dedicated to bringing premier services to our diverse clientele. We have a global team of 95+ consultants, all working remotely, embodying a collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven work culture.

Overview: We are seeking an experienced Azure Purview Data Catalog Specialist to manage and optimize data cataloging and governance solutions using Microsoft Azure Purview. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in data governance, metadata management, and cataloging within the Azure ecosystem, with a preference for experience in the education sector. This role requires a highly skilled individual contributor capable of operating independently and delivering exceptional results.

• 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.

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).
• Experience working in or with the education sector (preferred).
• 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.

• 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).