Data Steward

S&P Global, Inc.; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Flexible downtime

Continuous learning

Retirement planning

Family perks and benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

S&P Global is seeking a Data Steward to drive data governance and quality across enterprise assets. You will manage data lineage, metadata, and UAT support while partnering with Technology and Data Operations to standardize data practices.

Role emphasizes automation, AI-enabled capabilities, and collaboration with Operations, Tech, and Product teams to enhance data delivery and insights. 4+ years in data roles preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in quantitative, technical, or business discipline.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in data, analytics, operations, or related functions.
• Advanced SQL skills with data mining and analysis; strong data visualization capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end data-driven project delivery, including requirements gathering and execution.
• Define features, user stories, and technology requirements aligned with user and client needs.
• Collaborate with Operations, Technology, and Product teams to streamline workflows and support agile processes.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities using AI, Python, machine learning, or other data methodologies.

Skills

CIQ

BigDough

DMS

MMD backend

Tables

Pipelines

Loaders

Advanced SQL

Data visualization

Azure DevOps

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in quantitative, technical, or business discipline

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 09 Role Scope

Data Steward is an individual contributor role that is responsible for executing core data stewardship activities that ensure the accuracy, integrity, and governance of enterprise data assets. The Data Steward manages end‑to‑end lineage monitoring, maintains high‑quality metadata, enforces policy and control compliance, and supports UAT for database changes and product distribution. The role performs detailed data validation, vendor data reviews, and works closely with Technology and Data Operations teams to resolve issues and maintain consistent data standards across systems. Additionally, the Data Steward contributes to process improvement by driving standardization, enhancing documentation, and supporting the adoption of automation and AI‑enabled capabilities to improve data quality, reduce manual effort, and strengthen operational efficiency.

What’s in it for You?

Develop expertise in the firms, funds, people dataset and its applications across the financial landscape. Engage in initiatives that enhance data quality, automation, and integration across workflows. Conduct data comparisons and analysis across datasets. Gain exposure to advanced analytical tools and methodologies while contributing to impactful projects. Collaborate with stakeholders in Operations, Technology, and Product teams to improve overall content delivery. Leverage and develop communication skills to articulate complex concepts to audiences with varied expertise levels.

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

Data Management & Delivery: Oversee the end-to-end delivery of complex, data-driven projects, including requirements gathering, analysis, and execution. Define features, user stories, and technology requirements, ensuring alignment with user and client needs.

Collaboration: Work with stakeholders across Operations, Technology, and Product teams to streamline workflows. Support technology teams with user story creation, bug identification, and agile development processes.

Data Quality & Governance: Analyse vendor data and develop effective ingestion strategies. Identify and implement automation opportunities using AI, Python, machine learning, or other data methodologies.

Visualization & Insights: Transform raw, complex data into actionable insights through effective visualization techniques. Stay informed about market trends and address data gaps to maintain relevance and accuracy.

How Impact Will Be Measured (Success Metrics)

• Data accuracy and integrity - Maintain high accuracy rates through consistent validation, timely corrections, and adherence to defined quality thresholds.
• SLA and turnaround adherence - Meet or exceed service‑level timelines for data updates, validations, issue resolution, and stakeholder responses.
• Documentation completeness and currency - Keep process documentation, data dictionaries, lineage records, and stewardship artifacts up‑to‑date, audit‑ready, and fully aligned with governance standards.

For This Role You'll Need to Have (Skills & Competencies)

• Proficiency in the entity and people ecosystem, including expertise with CIQ, BigDough, DMS, MMD backend infrastructure, tables, pipelines, and loaders.
• Advanced SQL skills (must have) with hands‑on experience in data mining and analysis.
• Proficiency in writing Features and User Stories, preferably using Azure DevOps.
• Strong understanding and application of data visualization tools and techniques.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaborative mindset with a structured approach to problem‑solving.
• Innovative thinker, capable of working effectively across teams and geographies.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or master's degree in quantitative, technical, or business discipline.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in data, analytics, operations, or related functions.

Key Interfaces & Stakeholders

• Partner with Data Operations and Data Quality teams on data risk, quality checks, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate with Tech teams on data issues, enhancements, and UAT activities.
• Support Product teams with data requirements and validation.
• Ensure alignment with governance and compliance standards.

What’s In It For You? (Duplicate?)

Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence. Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all. From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company‑matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best‑in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.

Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [e-mail] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

US Candidates Only: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.