We are looking for an Enterprise Data Governance Architect to shape a scalable governance, cataloging, and security approach across a unified digital data ecosystem. You will partner with cross-functional teams to define policies, metadata, lineage, and data quality standards that enable compliant analytics at scale.ResponsibilitiesDefine an enterprise data governance framework, policies, and operating model for multi-country organizationsDesign metadata management, data cataloging, and data lineage architecture to improve transparency and controlEstablish data quality standards, KPIs, and monitoring rules to improve reliability of analytics outputsAlign privacy, retention, and access control requirements with security and legal stakeholdersLead discovery workshops to assess data maturity, identify gaps, and shape target-state roadmapsAdvise engineering and analytics teams on governance-by-design patterns for delivery executionCommunicate governance strategy, decisions, and trade-offs clearly to business and technical stakeholdersRequirements7+ years of experience in enterprise data governance frameworks (for example DAMA-DMBOK) and operating models3+ years of experience with metadata management, data cataloging, and automated data lineage capabilities3+ years of experience designing data quality metrics, controls, and stewardship workflowsSenior consulting and workshop facilitation skills with executive stakeholder managementChange leadership experience driving alignment across multicultural, cross-functional teamsStrong knowledge of privacy compliance and data protection concepts (for example GDPR, CCPA)Hands-on knowledge of cloud data platforms and architectures, including AWSSolid understanding of role-based access control (RBAC) and security-by-design principlesStrong strategic thinking skills with attention to detail in policy and standards designAdvanced proficiency in English (B2+/C1)Nice to haveAWS certification (for example AWS Certified Solutions Architect)Hands-on experience with Databricks Unity CatalogExperience with modern lineage and cataloging toolsKnowledge of AI-enabled analytics governance considerationsWe offerInternational projects with top brandsWork with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peersHealthcare benefitsEmployee financial programsPaid time off and sick leaveUpskilling, reskilling and certification coursesUnlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ coursesGlobal career opportunitiesVolunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee GroupsAward-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedInEPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.