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Senior Digital Data Steward Specialist Prime Products

Caterpillar Inc. · Chicago, IL · 6 days ago
Information Technology$108k–$169k/yrFull-time

Job Summary

The Senior Product Data Steward is responsible for the governance, quality, and lifecycle management of prime product (machine) data within the Product Information Management (PIM) ecosystem. This role applies data analytics, modeling, and governance principles to ensure data is accurate, compliant, and optimized for downstream consumption across digital commerce, dealer systems, marketing, analytics, and enterprise integrations.

What You Will Do

  • Define and enforce data quality standards, validation rules, and completeness thresholds for prime product data.
  • Analyze data performance and integrity, identifying systemic issues and driving remediation.
  • Design and maintain governed data models, including attributes, hierarchies, relationships, and lifecycle states.
  • Serve as the accountable owner for product data quality, governance processes, and issue resolution.
  • Partner with engineering and integration teams to ensure efficient, scalable, and maintainable data flows.
  • Establish and evolve data specifications, standards, and operating procedures across the data lifecycle.
  • Support audits, compliance, and data governance initiatives, ensuring adherence to enterprise information management practices.

Domain Ownership

Own machine hierarchies, engineering relationships, lifecycle states, and marketing readiness for prime products.

Core Capabilities

  • Data Governance and Information Management
  • Data Modeling and Database Design
  • ETL and Data Integration
  • Cloud and Platform Enablement
  • Agile Delivery Execution
  • Communication of Complex Concepts
  • Value Realization from Data Initiatives

Considerations For Top Candidates

  • Experience in PIM, data governance, or product data operations.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise data flows and integrations.
  • Proficiency in SQL and data analysis techniques.
  • Experience with Informatica Product360, Akeneo, or similar platforms preferred.
  • Ability to operate across business and technical teams.

What You Will Get

  • Working with a Fortune 100 leader, you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies.
  • We’ve created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters.
  • Join Us.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range

$108,318.00 - $169,060.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
  • 401(k) savings plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Health Lifestyle Programs
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
  • Career Development
  • Incentive bonus
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates

July 6, 2026 - July 12, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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