Data Governance Analyst - Data Catalog & Lineage

Title: Data Governance Analyst - Data Catalog & Lineage

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com .

Introduction:

We are seeking a highly skilled and technically proficient Data Governance Analyst with proven experience in data cataloging, lineage configuration, and the implementation of metadata-driven governance solutions. The ideal candidate will support enterprise data governance initiatives by implementing and managing the Alation platform for Data Catalog and Data Quality. The role requires hands-on ability to develop codes for data pipelines, conversion wrappers, and perform configuration of functions provided by Alation and have the necessary skills to enable requirements which are not catered by Alation through other technical workarounds.

Your Job :

Lead the implementation and strategic rollout of Alation Data Catalog across enterprise data platforms

Architect and configure Alation’s core components including metadata ingestion, lineage mapping, and stewardship workflows

Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to align cataloging efforts with governance objectives

Drive metadata enrichment, classification, and business glossary development to improve data discoverability and literacy

Monitor and optimize Alation platform performance, ensuring scalability and integration with BI and data platforms

Oversee onboarding of new data sources and ensure consistent metadata capture and lineage tracking

Develop and maintain documentation for data governance architecture, integration patterns, and compliance workflows

Provide strategic insights and report on metadata usage, data quality trends, and governance compliance

Resolve complex issues related to data cataloging, metadata accuracy, and lineage gaps

Other Responsibilities:

Lead training and enablement programs to promote Alation adoption and data governance best practices across teams

Stay current with Alation product updates and industry trends to guide platform enhancements

Present governance metrics and recommendations to senior leadership and data council

Address data management business requirements as needed

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.

5 - 8 years of experience in data governance, metadata management, or data architecture roles

Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with Alation, including full lifecycle implementation in enterprise environments

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, or other scripting languages for metadata automation and analysis

Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, metadata management, and data lineage

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with ETL/ELT pipelines and different data sources (e.g. SAP S4 Hana, D365, AWS S3, Redshift)

Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities

Self-motivated and proactive in identifying opportunities for process improvement

Reliable and trustworthy in managing sensitive data

To ensure that we maintain a safe and healthy workplace for our GlobalFoundries employees, please note that offered candidates who have applied for jobs in India will have to be fully vaccinated prior to their targeted start date. For new hires, the appointment is contingent upon the provision of a copy of their COVID-19 vaccination document, subject to any written request for medical or religious accommodation.

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