Data Governance Engineer - (Salt Lake City)

About the role

As the Data Governance Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring information accuracy across the enterprise data landscape. You will support data integration activities, focusing on shared mastered data for application development and Enterprise Analytics & Reporting platforms. Collaborating with data engineers, architects, and stakeholders, you will design and implement a robust data quality (DQ) methodology to ensure high-quality data deliverables, identify patterns of data quality issues, and recommend effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with data engineers, architects, and stakeholders to understand the scope, requirements, and functions of enterprise data solutions.
• Design and implement a robust data quality (DQ) methodology to ensure high-quality data deliverables.
• Identify patterns of data quality issues and recommend effective, data quality-driven solutions.
• Work closely with the Senior Data Governance Engineer as part of a collaborative team.
• Collaborate with business and technical resources to identify appropriate parameters, functions, and data for testing, validation, and automation of test cases.
• Test parameters may include general function, validity of results, accuracy, and reliability.
• Deliver high-quality, zero-defect solutions to stakeholders.
• Build out an Enterprise Data Catalog, designing processes, communications, and engagement programs across the enterprise.
• Create internal collaboration to establish a network of data stewards and owners representing the organization’s data assets.
• Mentor new data stewards across the organization.
• Proactively improve processes and data quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience).
• 3+ years’ experience in the rollout, administration, and operation of at least one Data Catalog Platform.
• 5+ years’ experience in a data industry, in an analytic-based environment.
• Must be able to pass BCI, FBI, and UCJIS background checks.
• Expertise in at least one Data Catalog Platform (e.g., DataEdo, Alation, Atlan, Colibra, Informatica).
• In-depth knowledge of enterprise-grade data environments, including large-scale data warehouses and BI systems.
• Strong development and analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to anticipate technical problems when applying business rules and domain knowledge.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Must be able to work onsite at UTA FrontLines Headquarters in downtown Salt Lake City during work hours.

Skills

• Proficient in analyzing large data assets with a working knowledge of SQL, Python, or Azure Synapse Analytics—sufficient to lead governance processes and documentation.
• Good working knowledge of algorithms and data structures.
• Knowledge of Master Data Management (MDM).
• Proven experience building a stronger culture of governance.
• Passionate about data organization and data governance.
• Proven data management skills with a reputation for innovation and results.
• A driver in change that leads to measurable gains in data quality and data understanding.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of metadata management best practices.
• Familiarity with Transit data, data types, and data patterns (bonus).
• Proficient with the Data Management International (DAMA.org) body of knowledge (bonus).

Abilities

• Promote a collaborative team environment.
• Remain professional under stressful support and project conditions.
• Exhibit strong emotional intelligence (E.I.) skills: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management.
• Relate comfortably with people across levels, functions, cultures, and geographies.
• Partner with others to get work done and manage conflict.
• Seek feedback without being defensive.
• Develop self and others through coaching, feedback, exposure, and stretch assignments.
• Ensure fairness by distributing resources equitably and giving others a voice in decisions that affect them.
• Prioritize safety by acting as a Safety Ambassador, complying with requirements, and reporting hazards or unsafe practices.
• Instill trust through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Value differences by recognizing the contributions of diverse perspectives and cultures.
• Build effective teams by leveraging diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
• Drive engagement by creating a motivating climate for organizational success.
• Ensure accountability by holding self and others to commitments.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts.
• Choice between Traditional Co-Pay or High Deductible Health Plans for medical coverage; HSA with company match available for HDHP enrollees.
• Coverage for domestic partners (eligibility affidavit required).
• Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children.
• 22 days of accrued paid time off (13 vacation days and 9 sick days), increasing with tenure.
• 10 paid holidays and two paid floating holidays per year.
• Retirement options: Pension Plan with 5-year vesting and 457 Contribution Plan with immediate contributions and company matching.
• Generous tuition reimbursement for approved higher education degrees (bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD).
• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or child placement (after 12 months of employment).
• Free transit passes for employees, their spouses, and dependent children.
• Employee assistance program, including counseling, legal services, and financial planning.
• Comprehensive wellness program (UTA Well) supporting employees and dependents in health and wellness goals.
• Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted memberships to VASA Fitness and EoS Fitness.
• Pet insurance plan options.

Pay

$92,700.00 or more depending on experience.

Schedule

Regular, full-time administrative position.