What is the role of a Data Governance Lead at Wavicle Data Solutions?

The Data Governance Lead position at Wavicle Data Solutions is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Admin/Clerical/Secretarial field.

Where is this Data Governance Lead job located?

United States, Other / Non-US, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Data Governance Lead role?

Full-time or part-time position

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Data Governance Lead at Wavicle Data Solutions

Data Governance Lead

A BIT ABOUT WAVICLE

Wavicle Data Solutions is a founder-led, high-growth consulting firm helping organizations unlock the full potential of cloud, data, and AI. Were known for delivering real business results through intelligent transformationmodernizing data platforms, enabling AI-driven decision-making, and accelerating time-to-value across industries.

At the heart of our approach is WITthe Wavicle Intelligence Framework. WIT brings together our proprietary accelerators, delivery models, and partner expertise into one powerful engine for transformation. Its how we help clients move faster, reduce costs, and create lasting impactand its where your ideas, skills, and contributions can make a real difference.

Our work is deeply rooted in strong partnerships with AWS, Databricks, Google Cloud, and Azure, enabling us to deliver cutting-edge solutions built on the best technologies the industry has to offer.

With over 500 team members across 42 cities in the U.S., Canada, and India, Wavicle offers a flexible, digitally connected work environment built on collaboration and growth.

We invest in our people through:

-Competitive compensation and bonuses

-Unlimited paid time off

-Health, retirement, and life insurance plans

-Long-term incentive programs

-Meaningful work that blends innovation and purpose

If youre passionate about solving complex problems, exploring whats next in AI, and being part of a team that values delivery excellence and career developmentyoull feel right at home here.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Data Governance Lead will drive the customers shift to managing data as a product by defining enterprise data domains, establishing a scalable data product model, and implementing the operating model (roles, decision rights, forums, processes, and metrics) that makes governance actionable and sustainable. This role leads the governance mechanisms that enable trusted, compliant, and reusable data products while reducing peopledependent governance through clear accountability, repeatable processes, and automation where feasible.

Candidate must be open to travel.

WHAT YOU WILL GET TO DO

Define Data Domains & Ownership Model

Lead the definition of enterprise data domains (e.g., customer, product, operations, finance, supply chain) including domain boundaries and accountability
Establish domainlevel governance roles such as Data Product Owners, Data Product Stewards, and Technical Custodians, with clear decision rights
Stand up domain governance forums and escalation paths to resolve definition, quality, and usage issues

Establish the Data Product Model (Manage Data as a Product)

Define the customers data product taxonomy, standards, and lifecycle (intake design build publish operate retire)
Establish a consistent definition of done for data products, including: Business definitions and glossary alignment, Metadata completeness and lineage, Data quality rules and thresholds, Security, privacy, and access requirements
Partner with domain teams to embed product thinking into governance, including consumer needs, SLAs, documentation, and adoption metrics

Build & Run the Data Governance Operating Model

Design and implement the governance operating model, including Policies and Standards, Foundational governance processes (data onboarding, data sharing, issue management), Governance forums and execution cadence, Metrics and dashboards to track effectiveness
Own and operationalize governance capabilities across cataloging, lineage, and data quality management
Drive a shift from purely peopledriven governance to scalable, repeatable, and toolenabled execution

Lead Stewardship, Quality, and Business Alignment

Coordinate the data stewardship organization across domains
Mediate and resolve escalated data quality, definition, and ownership issues
Lead root cause analysis for recurring data issues and prioritize remediation with business and technology teams
Monitor and report governance performance and maturity to senior stakeholders

Stakeholder & Team Leadership

Partner closely with business leaders, analytics teams, data platform teams, architecture, security, and compliance
Integrate governance expectations into delivery workflows and operating rhythms
Build, lead, and develop governance talent across centralized and federated models

WHAT YOU BRING

Bachelors degree in data science, computer science, information systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or related disciplines
Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, policies, and standards
Experience with data cataloging, lineage, and data quality management concepts and tools
Proven ability to influence across business and technology stakeholders

NICE TO HAVE

Experience implementing federated or domainoriented governance models (e.g., data meshinspired approaches)
Experience defining and operationalizing data products and data product ownership
Background in largescale, complex enterprise environments

Base range is dependent on years of experience and location.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Wavicle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or veteran status.

$135,000 - $165,000 a year

Data Governance Lead at Wavicle Data Solutions – United States

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