Data Governance Lead / Manager

Tredence Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 165,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work mode

Job summary

Tredence, a data analytics firm, seeks a Data Governance Senior Architect to lead governance in retail, designing roadmaps, models, MDM, and metadata management, and to implement Microsoft Purview for lineage and compliance at scale.

You will collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and stakeholders to align governance, develop automation in Python and SQL, and mentor teams while staying ahead of governance trends. This is an on-site role in San Jose, CA.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of industry experience with data governance in retail.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT or related field.
• Expertise in data governance roadmaps, data modeling, MDM, metadata management, and Purview.
• Hands-on Purview experience for governance and compliance.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL for automation and data workflows.
• Strong ability to influence and align stakeholders on governance initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead data governance roadmap and blueprint tailored to retail needs.
• Architect data models, data quality frameworks, and MDM strategies.
• Manage metadata workflows and deploy Purview for lineage and cataloging.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and stakeholders to align governance.
• Develop scalable governance automation in Python and SQL.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to data teams.
• Evaluate new technologies to evolve governance frameworks.

Skills

Data governance

Data modeling

MDM

Metadata management

Python

SQL

Microsoft Purview

Data quality

Stakeholder communication

Retail domain knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

Purview

Azure

AWS

Job description

Job Title: DE Senior Architect

Location: San Jose, California, USA (Work from Office)

Industry/Field: Retail

Experience: 10-15 years

Company: Tredence

About Us: Tredence differentiates itself from other analytics services firms by enabling last mile adoption of insights. We drive true business impact by uniting our strengths in business analytics, data science, and software engineering. We help our clients deliver on the artificial intelligence imperative, in a practical and demystified way. To know more about us, visit: www.tredence.com

Job Overview:

As a DE Senior Architect specializing in Data Governance within the retail industry, you will lead the design and implementation of comprehensive data governance solutions that drive data quality, master data management, and metadata management. Success in this role means delivering scalable, compliant, and sustainable data governance roadmaps that enable business users to trust and leverage data effectively. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to embed data governance principles into enterprise analytics, ensuring alignment with business objectives. This role is critical to advancing Tredence’s vision of impactful AI adoption for our clients.

What will your role look like?

• Lead the development and execution of data governance roadmap and blueprint tailored to retail domain requirements.
• Architect and implement robust data models, data quality frameworks, and master data management (MDM) strategies to enhance data integrity.
• Manage metadata management processes and deploy Microsoft Purview to ensure data lineage, cataloging, and compliance.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to align governance frameworks with operational and analytical workflows.
• Develop scalable solutions using Python and SQL to automate data governance, monitoring, and reporting activities.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to data engineering teams, promoting best practices in data governance and architecture.
• Continuously assess emerging technologies and governance trends to optimize and evolve existing governance frameworks.

You will need:

• Possess 10-15 years of industry experience with a strong focus on data governance within the retail sector.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Demonstrate expertise in creating data governance roadmaps and blueprints, with in-depth knowledge of data modeling, data quality, MDM, and metadata management.
• Exhibit hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview for data governance and compliance.
• Show proficiency in Python and SQL for developing governance automation and data manipulation workflows.
• Communicate effectively to influence and align multiple stakeholders on governance initiatives.

Good to Have Skills:

• Experience working in large-scale retail environments or related domains.
• Familiarity with other data governance tools and platforms beyond Microsoft Purview.
• Certifications in data governance, such as Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) or equivalent.
• Experience with cloud platforms and data engineering best practices on Azure or AWS.
• Exposure to AI and machine learning use cases integrated with governed data environments.

Why you will love this job:

• Work at a forward-thinking company that pioneers AI-driven analytics and data solutions in retail.
• Engage in challenging, high-impact projects that influence enterprise data strategies and business outcomes.
• Collaborate with talented, diverse teams in a supportive and inclusive environment that values innovation.
• Benefit from continuous learning opportunities and career advancement pathways in data governance and architecture.
• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with an on-site work mode