Data Catalog Administrator, Robert Half

Robert Half

Location:
United States, Columbus

Category:
IT - Administration

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Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Data Catalog Administrator to oversee and optimize our enterprise data catalog platform. This role is instrumental in managing metadata, enhancing data discovery, and ensuring robust data governance and lineage across the organization. As a key collaborator, you will work closely with data stewards, engineers, analysts, and business teams to improve data accessibility and compliance. This is a long-term contract position based in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Responsibility:

Administer, configure, and maintain the enterprise Data Catalog platform to ensure continuous functionality
Integrate the platform seamlessly with diverse data sources, including databases, data lakes, and business intelligence tools
Monitor and troubleshoot system performance issues while optimizing configurations for efficient operation
Oversee metadata ingestion, curation, and classification to improve data discovery and accessibility
Collaborate with data governance teams to enforce standards, policies, and lineage tracking within the platform
Define and implement role-based access controls and data security policies to safeguard organizational data
Conduct training sessions and create documentation to help users effectively utilize the Data Catalog platform
Partner with technical and business teams to drive data literacy and promote adoption of the data catalog
Recommend and implement improvements by evaluating new features and automating tasks using APIs and scripting
Stay informed on industry trends and best practices in data governance, cataloging, and metadata management

Requirements:

Minimum of 5 years of experience administering data catalog platforms such as Alation, Atlan, or similar tools
Strong knowledge of metadata management, data governance practices, and data lineage tracking
Proficiency in working with databases and data warehouses, including Snowflake, BigQuery, and SQL Server
Familiarity with data governance frameworks and compliance standards relevant to enterprise environments
Ability to diagnose and resolve integration and performance issues within data catalog systems
Experience with scripting languages like Python and API development for automation tasks is preferred
Knowledge of cloud environments such as AWS or Azure, and data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI
Certifications in Alation, Atlan, or data governance frameworks are considered an advantage

Nice to have:

Experience with scripting languages like Python and API development for automation tasks
Knowledge of cloud environments such as AWS or Azure, and data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI
Certifications in Alation, Atlan, or data governance frameworks

What we offer:

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 30, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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