Principal IT Engineer – Data Governance

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At Pathward, we take tremendous pride in our purpose to create financial inclusion for all™. We are a financial empowerment company that works with innovators to increase financial availability, choice, and opportunity for all.  We strive to remove barriers that traditional institutions put in the way of financial access, and promote economic mobility by providing responsible, secure, high quality financial products.

We are a team of problem solvers and innovators who celebrate our differences and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger and well-positioned for success.  We celebrate, and embrace, our team members through our *HUMBLE*HUNGRY*SMART approach, and we believe that we are strongest when we embrace the voices of our employees, customers, partners, and the communities we serve. 

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Principal Data Governance Engineer to support Pathward’s delivery of well-governed data that is understood, trusted, and protected.  As part of the Enterprise Information Management team, Data Governance team members play a critical role in the transformation of our company into a data-driven and data-literate organization.

Key responsibilities of this role include: supporting Data Governance efforts through the maintenance and development of automated processes and reporting; maintaining and supporting Pathward’s Enterprise Data Catalog; acting as an Enterprise Data Steward for common core domains; supporting other Data Stewards and Data Owners by being a Data Governance subject matter expert; and collaborating with Capability and Platform leaders to govern and document data assets.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and support required data governance processes using tools such as MS Power BI, Power Automate, Forms, APIs, Snowflake, ThoughtSpot, and Pathward’s Enterprise Data Catalog (Ataccama)
• Collaborate with Pathward’s Engineering and Architecture teams to ensure that Pathward’s data assets are protected throughout the data lifecycle
• Support Enterprise Information Management’s deployment of its Snowflake-based Enterprise Data Platform by implementing well-managed and well-governed data assets
• Update business process and tool-related documentation ensuring that everyone understands how to deliver Data Governance outcomes
• Maintain connections and integrations required by Pathward’s Enterprise Data Catalog, enabling ongoing profiling scans for data warehouses and file feeds
• Lead collaboration sessions with business and technical subject matter experts to curate glossary entries, capture details of reports and analytics, document data domains, and manage data quality rules
• Function as an Enterprise Data Steward by managing common core data and reference domains
• Analyze Data Governance related KPIs to identify risks and opportunities
• Leverage Pathward’s Enterprise Data Catalog (Ataccama) to provide requested insight into how, when, and where the company uses Data assets
• Facilitate and perform root cause analysis on Data Quality Issues, coordinating engineering and process related resolutions
• Mature Pathward’s Data Governance program by providing feedback, suggestions, and support
• Additional responsibilities can be added based on specific organizational needs.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems or an equivalent program is required.
• Solid understanding of core Enterprise Data Catalog capabilities and activities, including administration of the platform. While exposure to Ataccama is preferred, some exposure to similar tools (such as Alation, Global IDs, Collibra, Informatica, etc.) is essential.
• Strong knowledge of the core Data Governance related Knowledge Areas as defined by the Data Management Body of Knowledge (Data Governance, Data Quality, Metadata, Data Security); CDMP preferred
• Experience identifying and resolving Data Quality concerns through root cause analysis and the implementation of data quality rules
• Competent development of reporting and analytics through Power BI and/or ThoughtSpot
• Experience with Power Automate, Forms, and SQL
• Some exposure to APIs is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate cross-functional discussions with business and technical leaders
• Ability to translate KPIs into meaningful stories that motivate business and technical team members
• 3 – 5 years of experience in Data Management and Data Governance
• At least 3 years practical experience working with and administering Enterprise Data Catalogs and Data Quality tools; experience with Ataccama preferred
• At least 3 years practical experience facilitating Data Governance fact-finding and decision-making conversations resulting in concrete decisions
• Direct experience defining and implementing data privacy preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Proficiency in both written and verbal communication, as well as creating impactful visualizations, engaging step-by-step guides, and formalized work procedures.
• Proven experience translating complex data governance concepts into clear, concise language for diverse audiences.
• Excellent collaboration skills working in a distributed team setting.
• Demonstrate self-initiative to learn and contribute
• Willingness to contribute towards a common goal, fostering a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to influence stakeholders by presenting alternate viewpoints, acting as a mentor and coach for technical and business team members through the implementation of data governance tools and processes

The responsibilities listed above are not all inclusive and may be changed at any time.

Salary range: $82,918.25 – $153,136.92

The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for a new hire in this role. Individual pay within the range will be determined by multiple factors which can include but are not limited to a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your location during the hiring process. Ranges may be modified in the future.
This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based incentive opportunity.  Pathward offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health insurance, 401(k) retirement benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid time off, and more.

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Don’t have everything listed under qualifications? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single condition. At Pathward, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive culture of belonging, so if you’re excited about this role but your experiences don’t match exactly to everything in the posting we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other Pathward roles.

Who we are: 

Our commitment to inclusion is woven into our DNA. We believe that we are strongest when we embrace the voices of our employees, customers, partners, and the communities we serve. 

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