Data Governance Architect

What You Will Do:

As a Data Governance Architect at Kanerika, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the enterprise data governance strategy. Your responsibilities include:

1. Strategy, Framework, and Governance Operating Model

• Develop and maintain enterprise-wide data governance strategies, standards, and policies.
  
• Align governance practices with business goals like regulatory compliance and analytics readiness.
  
• Define roles and responsibilities within the governance operating model.
  
• Drive governance maturity assessments and lead change management initiatives.
  

  
  

  2. Stakeholder Alignment & Organizational Enablement
  

  • Collaborate across IT, legal, business, and compliance teams to align governance priorities.
    
  • Define stewardship models and create enablement, training, and communication programs.
    
  • Conduct onboarding sessions and workshops to promote governance awareness.
    

    
    

    3. Architecture Design for Data Governance Platforms
    

    • Design scalable and modular data governance architecture.
      
    • Evaluate tools like Microsoft Purview, Collibra, Alation, BigID, Informatica.
      
    • Ensure integration with metadata, privacy, quality, and policy systems.
      

      4. Microsoft Purview Solution Architecture
      

      • Lead end-to-end implementation and management of Microsoft Purview.
        
      • Configure RBAC, collections, metadata scanning, business glossary, and classification rules.
        
      • Implement sensitivity labels, insider risk controls, retention, data map, and audit dashboards.
        

        5. Metadata, Lineage & Glossary Management
        

        • Architect metadata repositories and ingestion workflows.
          
        • Ensure end-to-end lineage (ADF \u2192 Synapse \u2192 Power BI).
          
        • Define governance over business glossary and approval workflows.
          

          
          

          6. Data Classification, Access & Policy Management
          

          • Define and enforce rules for data classification, access, retention, and sharing.
            
          • Align with GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA, SOX regulations.
            
          • Use Microsoft Purview and MIP for policy enforcement automation.
            

            
            

            7. Data Quality Governance
            

            • Define KPIs, validation rules, and remediation workflows for enterprise data quality.
              
            • Design scalable quality frameworks integrated into data pipelines.
              

              
              

              8. Compliance, Risk, and Audit Oversight
              

              • Identify risks and define standards for compliance reporting and audits.
                
              • Configure usage analytics, alerts, and dashboards for policy enforcement.
                
                

                9. Automation & Integration
                

                • Automate governance processes using PowerShell, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, REST APIs.
                  
                • Integrate governance tools with Azure Monitor, Synapse Link, Power BI, and third-party platforms.
                  
                  
                  Requirements

                  • 1 5+ years in data governance and management.
                    
                  • Expertise in Microsoft Purview, Informatica, and related platforms.
                    
                  • Experience leading end-to-end governance initiatives.
                    
                  • Strong understanding of metadata, lineage, policy management, and compliance regulations.
                    
                  • Hands-on skills in Azure Data Factory, REST APIs, PowerShell, and governance architecture.
                    
                  • Familiar with Agile methodologies and stakeholder communication.
                    
                    
                    Benefits

                    1. Culture:
                    

                    • Open Door Policy: Encourages open communication and accessibility to management.
                      
                    • Open Office Floor Plan: Fosters a collaborative and interactive work environment.
                      
                    • Flexible Working Hours: Allows employees to have flexibility in their work schedules.
                      
                    • Employee Referral Bonus: Rewards employees for referring qualified candidates.
                      
                    • Appraisal Process Twice a Year: Provides regular performance evaluations and feedback.
                      
                      

                      2. Inclusivity and Diversity:
                      

                      • Hiring practices that promote diversity: Ensures a diverse and inclusive workforce.
                        
                      • Mandatory POSH training: Promotes a safe and respectful work environment.
                        

                        3. Health Insurance and Wellness Benefits:
                        

                        • GMC and Term Insurance: Offers medical coverage and financial protection.
                          
                        • Health Insurance: Provides coverage for medical expenses.
                          
                        • Disability Insurance: Offers financial support in case of disability.
                          

                          4. Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits:
                          

                          • Company-sponsored family events: Creates opportunities for employees and their families to bond.
                            
                          • Generous Parental Leave: Allows parents to take time off after the birth or adoption of a child.
                            
                          • Family Medical Leave: Offers leave for employees to take care of family members medical needs.
                            

                            5. Perks and Time-Off Benefits:
                            

                            • Company-sponsored outings: Organizes recreational activities for employees.
                              
                            • Gratuity: Provides a monetary benefit as a token of appreciation.
                              
                            • Provident Fund: Helps employees save for retirement.
                              
                            • Generous PTO: Offers more than the industry standard for paid time off.
                              
                            • Paid sick days: Allows employees to take paid time off when they are unwell.
                              
                            • Paid holidays: Gives employees paid time off for designated holidays.
                              
                            • Bereavement Leave: Provides time off for employees to grieve the loss of a loved one.
                              

                              6. Professional Development Benefits:
                              

                              • L&D with FLEX- Enterprise Learning Repository: Provides access to a learning repository for professional development.
                                
                              • Mentorship Program: Offers guidance and support from experienced professionals.
                                
                              • Job Training: Provides training to enhance job-related skills.
                                
                              • Professional Certification Reimbursements: Assists employees in obtaining professional certifications.