Data Governance Specialist 80 - 100% (f/m/d)
Yesterday• Flexible / Remote
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Data Governance Specialist (f/m/d) to join our team at Hitachi Energy. In this role, you will play a key part in building and maintaining robust data governance frameworks that ensure data quality, compliance, and accessibility. Your work will enable reliable, data-driven decision-making across the organization, with a strong focus on our SAP and Databricks ecosystems.
How You'll Make an Impact
- Lead the Data Catalog Service: Own the full lifecycle of the Data Catalog, aligning strategy and operations with the Hitachi Energy Data Supermarket vision to deliver self-service, trusted, and governed data products across all business units
- Drive Adoption & Learning: Design onboarding, training, and support programs to empower employees to "learn by doing" with catalog, data lineage, and quality tools (e.g., Erwin DI/DQ)
- Integrate & Automate Data Platforms: Ensure seamless integration of the Data Catalog with SAP, Data Lake, Azure, Databricks, and other platforms, leveraging automation for high-quality, AI-ready data products
- Foster a Data Community: Collaborate with data owners and users to define metadata standards, build best practices, and nurture a vibrant community of data champions
- Monitor & Improve Service: Track performance, user satisfaction, and adoption; continuously enhance catalog features and evangelize the Hitachi Energy Data Supermarket vision
Your Background
- Required: Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field; 3+ years in service management or data governance; hands-on experience with enterprise Data Catalog solutions (preferably Erwin DI/DQ, QUEST, Collibra, Alation, Azure Purview, Informatica); strong understanding of metadata, data lineage, and governance frameworks; excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Preferred: Experience with hybrid cloud integration; knowledge of data privacy and compliance (GDPR, EU Data Act); relevant certifications (ITIL, DAMA, DCAM); familiarity with automation/CI-CD workflows; community-building experience
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More About Us
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry, and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the entire value chain. Our mission is to power good for a sustainable energy future, and we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning.
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Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-168626
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-12-05T23:34:44
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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