Data Governance Specialist
WealthsimpleFull Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience in data management, governance, business analysis, or a related role. Strong knowledge of data governance, data quality, and metadata management principles is required, along with familiarity with data management tools like Databricks, Jupyter Notebooks, or OpenMetadata. Understanding of data models, relational databases, data warehousing concepts, master data management (MDM), data catalogs, or policy-as-code approaches is necessary. Knowledge of compliance frameworks including HIPAA, NIST, CMMC, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) is essential. An analytical and detail-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills is expected. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States, and certain roles may require U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a federal background investigation and/or security clearance.
The Data Steward will implement and enforce data governance policies, standards, and procedures, serving as the point of contact for assigned data domains and ensuring compliance with frameworks like HIPAA, NIST, CMMC, and RMF. They will define and maintain data definitions, business rules, and metadata, monitor and report on data quality metrics, and drive remediation efforts. Responsibilities include partnering with business and IT teams to resolve data quality and integrity problems, collaborating with data owners, custodians, and users for consistent data usage, and educating business teams on data standards and governance practices. The role also involves maintaining and updating entries in the enterprise data catalog, including lineage and ownership, and supporting cross-functional projects involving data migration, integration, and analytics, as well as providing documentation and metadata for audits and reporting.
Digital modernization for federal services
Oddball focuses on modernizing digital services for federal agencies, ensuring that these services are user-friendly and effective for citizens. Their approach involves creating software solutions that are tailored to the specific needs of both the public and the federal workforce. The company employs a team of skilled professionals, including developers and designers, who work collaboratively throughout the entire process, from the initial design phase to the final deployment of the software. Unlike many other digital agencies, Oddball emphasizes a human-centered design approach, which means they prioritize the needs and experiences of users in their solutions. The goal of Oddball is to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of federal services, ultimately improving the experience for citizens and the effectiveness of government operations.