Data Governances Expert (f/m/d)

The opportunity

At Hitachi Energy, we are building a future-ready data ecosystem. As a Data Governance Specialist, you will be a key enabler in shaping and operationalizing our enterprise-wide data governance framework. You will focus on the implementation and evolution of our Data Catalog, Metadata Management, and Data Compliance initiatives-ensuring our data assets are trusted, discoverable, and aligned with business value.
This role is ideal for early-career professionals with a "can-do" mindset and a passion for making things happen. You will work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment that values curiosity, ownership, and ethical leadership.

How you'll make an impact

Data Catalog Compliance & Implementation "learning by doing"

• Define and maintain the roadmap for the Enterprise Data Catalog and Data Supermarket
• Configure and execute deployment of cataloging tools (e.g., metadata management, lineage, glossary)
• Ensure alignment with DAMA-DMBOK principles

• Collaborate with Data Owners, Stewards, and Custodians to define and enforce data policies, standards, and RACI mode
• Support the Data Governance Council and contribute to the development of governance artifacts (e.g., roles, regulations, KPIs)

• Partner with domain experts to drive data profiling, cleansing, and validation initiatives
• Monitor data quality metrics and support remediation efforts across domains

• Provide training and support to business users on catalog usage and governance practices
• Act as a liaison between business and IT to ensure data needs are met and governance is embedded in operations

• Stay current with industry trends and tool capabilities (e.g., Databricks, SAP MDG)
• Propose enhancements to governance processes and tooling based on user feedback and analytics

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, Data Science, Business Informatics, or related field
• 1-3 years of experience in data governance, data management, or analytics roles
• Familiarity with DAMA DMBOK2 framework and data governance tools (e.g. SAP MDG, Data Sphere, Business Warehouse, Data Intelligence, Informatica ETL, )
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; ability to work across business and technical teams.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and eager to learn-ready to "make it happen."
• Autonomy and ambiguity management capacities are competitive advantages
• Complete the preference for a candidate, new technology focus, next stop learning and embracing the challenge attitude
• CDMP certifications preference attribute

• A purpose-driven role in a global energy leader committed to sustainability and digital transformation
• Mentorship and development opportunities within a diverse and inclusive team. a initiatives and cutting-edge technologies
• A culture that values integrity, curiosity, and collaboration-aligned with Hitachi Energy's Leadership Pillars:
• Lead with Purpose
• Opportunity to create customer value
• Drive Results
• Build Collaboration
• Develop Self & Others