Information Technology & Software
25 Jun
Data Governance & Data Catalog Specialist
Are you passionate about turning data into a trusted business asset? We are looking for an experienced Data Governance & Data Catalog Specialist to help establish and enhance data governance practices, metadata management, and data catalog capabilities within complex enterprise environments, for our client, a successful IT Company in Zagreb, Croatia.
Key Responsibilities
Define and implement a comprehensive Data Governance framework
Establish, maintain, and improve Data Catalog solutions
Develop and manage business glossaries, metadata, and data classification models
Connect business terminology with technical data assets
Define and support data-related roles and responsibilities, including Data Owners, Data Stewards, and Data Custodians
Drive initiatives related to data lineage, data quality, data classification, and sensitive data management
Establish governance rules and processes for managing critical data elements
Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, BI/DWH teams, Data Engineering teams, and IT
Create and maintain documentation, standards, policies, and governance procedures
What We're Looking For
Minimum 5 years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, BI/DWH, Analytics, or similar roles
Strong understanding of Data Governance concepts, frameworks, and methodologies
Hands-on experience with at least one Data Catalog or Metadata Management platform
Solid knowledge of:
Business Glossary
Metadata Management
Data Lineage
Data Ownership & Stewardship
Data Quality
Data Classification
Experience defining data standards, policies, and governance responsibilities
Ability to translate business requirements into data definitions and governance rules
Experience working across both business and technical teams
Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills
University degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field
Nice to Have
Experience with tools such as IBM Knowledge Catalog, IBM watsonx.data intelligence, Collibra, Informatica, Alation, Microsoft Purview, or similar platforms
Experience implementing business glossaries and governance workflows
Domain knowledge in industries such as:
Financial Services
Energy & Utilities
Public Sector
Telecommunications
Understanding of BI/DWH ecosystems and data usage in reporting and analytics
Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements related to data management
Basic knowledge of SQL and relational databases
What We Offer
Opportunity to work on strategic Data Governance and Data Catalog initiatives within large-scale enterprise environments
Involvement in shaping data standards, governance processes, and organizational responsibilities
Collaboration with business, analytical, and technical professionals
Continuous learning and professional growth in Data Governance, Metadata Management, and Data Quality
Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and expertise
If you're interested in helping organizations build a strong data foundation and unlock the full value of their data assets, we'd love to hear from you.