Senior Lead - Data Governance

• Technical Expertise & Platform Administration
  
  
  • Administer and maintain Collibra Data Intelligence Cloud, including workflows and operating models.
  • Develop and customize Collibra workflows using Java and Groovy for automation and process optimization.
  • Manage metadata ingestion through connectors and APIs and ensure integration with enterprise systems.

• Business Glossary & Metadata Management
  
  
  • Oversee creation and maintenance of Business Glossary and Data Standards to ensure consistent terminology across the organization.
  • Implement metadata management practices to improve data discoverability and compliance.

• Process Improvement & Governance Frameworks
  
  
  • Organize architecture review sessions and evaluate change requests.
  • Define and enforce governance standards for data quality, lineage, and stewardship.
  • Provide documentation, FAQs, and Tier 1 support for governance-related queries.

In addition to the technical challenges and stakeholder engagement, you'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, playing a pivotal role in data governance and metadata management projects and initiatives. Keeping pace with industry trends and advancements in data governance technologies - you'll evaluate and recommend new tools and solutions that keep your organization at the cutting edge of data management and governance.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at 4000 EUR gross per month. The final salary offer reflects the set of skills and experience that selected candidates bring to the team.

Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. You'll have access to data, hands-on learning experiences, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find opportunities here that you won't find anywhere else.

Who You Are

You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and border-less - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Skills and Experience

• 3+ years of experience in Data Governance and Metadata Management.
• Hands-on experience with Collibra Data Intelligence Cloud or any other data governance tools administration, workflow development, and API integrations.
• Proficiency in Java, Groovy, REST API, JSON, and XML.
• Strong understanding of data governance principles, business glossaries management, reference data management and metadata management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with Metadata and Enterprise Application Management tools like LeanIX, SAP Signavio, IBM Watson Data Catalog, Microsoft Purview
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), BI tools (Power BI), and relational databases (SAP HANA, Microsoft Synapse SQL Pools,etc. )
• Experience working with object storage like Microsoft ADLS gen2 and Azure blob, AWS S3 etc,
• Experience with AI Governance tools, processes and methodologies.
• Familiarity with ETL tools (Azure Synapse, IBM DataStage, Informatica)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment

Being You

The "Kyn" in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we're excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging - being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team - is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That's The Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn't just a job-it's an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health-because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.

From your very first day, you'll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won't just contribute-you'll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We're here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you'll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You'll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities-from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you'll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.

We want you to thrive here-and we're committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what's next.

Get Referred!

If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked 'How Did You Hear About Us' during the application process, select 'Employee Referral' and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address.

Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote, Pezinok, Slovakia

Job ID: Kyndryl-R-54618

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-01-30T18:33:39