Data Governance Engineer IV

Data Governance Engineer IV

Apply remote type: Remote (USA)

locations: Portland, OR; Remote, USA

time type: Full time

posted on: Posted 8 Days Ago

job requisition id: REQ005004

At The Standard, you’ll join a team focused on putting our customers first.

Our continued success is driven by a high-performance culture. We’re looking for people who are collaborative, accountable, creative, agile and are driven by a passion for doing what’s right – across the company and in our local communities.

We offer a caring culture where you can make a real difference, every day.

Ready to reach your highest potential? Let’s work together.

Job Summary

As a Data Governance Engineer at The Standard, you’ll be pivotal in driving the Data and Analytics strategy across all business lines. You’ll ensure effective data governance and quality practices, working within the Enterprise Data Governance Office (DGO) of the Enterprise Data & Analytics (EDA) organization. Your responsibilities include designing and maintaining data quality frameworks, integrating cloud and on-prem data sources with the enterprise data catalog, and ensuring data discovery, metadata management, and stewardship. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain data integrity, consistency, and regulatory compliance is key. Ideal candidates will have strong backgrounds in data governance, quality management, and engineering.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Implement and configure Data Governance and Data Quality platforms and metrics in Azure cloud, ensuring integration and functionality aligned with the Enterprise Data Strategy.
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to implement and sustain a comprehensive data quality observability framework across the enterprise data platform (EDP).
• Develop and promote data quality standards and procedures to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and reliability across business lines.
• Collaborate and establish processes within Data Domains that define and enforce data quality standards, data classification, access management, metadata management, and data sharing agreements across the Federated Data Governance & Analytics community.
• Collaborate with data owners, data stewards, and technical teams to educate, implement, and sustain data governance practices that are aligned with business objectives.
• Establish metrics and KPIs to monitor data quality and governance effectiveness. Generate regular reports to communicate the status and progress of data quality initiatives.
• Partner with platform and business teams to ensure compliance with data governance policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Provide training and support to stakeholders on data governance and data quality best practices.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance data governance and quality.

Skills and Background You’ll Need

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in data governance , data quality management , or data engineering .
• Proficient with the implementation and operations of data governance tools and platforms, such as Collibra, Databricks Unity Catalog, Microsoft Purview, or similar.
• Proficient with cloud platforms and technologies, such as Azure, and tools such as Databricks (Data Lakehouse, Unity Catalog, Delta Lake).
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, Java, R or other programming languages for data analysis and manipulation.
• Familiarity with data modeling concepts and techniques (e.g., ER and dimensional modeling).
• Knowledge of encryption, access controls, and authentication methods.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and automation tools, such as Terraform.
• Familiarity with network security and firewall technologies.
• Strong understanding of data privacy and data classification.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with stakeholders across the organization.
• PREFERRED: Relevant certifications, such as Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Certified Data Governance Professional (CDGP), or certifications from DAMA International.

Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate

• Driving Success: Takes action, initiates activity, pursues ambitious goals with persistence and shows resilience in the face of obstacles and setbacks.
• Improvement Mindset: Continually seeks new ways to apply digital and non-digital solutions to drive innovation, efficiency, effectiveness and transformation to create business/customer value.
• Winning Together: Actively engages colleagues to achieve shared outcomes by developing trust, understanding diverse perspectives and pushing to examine and challenge ideas.

Why Join the Standard?

We have built an enduring legacy of stability, innovation and financial strength thanks to the contributions of the talented, creative and compassionate people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:

• A rich benefits package including a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• An annual incentive bonus plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• A supportive and responsive management approach.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Paid time off to volunteer.
• An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools.
• Much more!

Salary Range: $125,500.00 - $213,250.00

Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.

Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Equities, Inc. and StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. The Standard offers a drug and alcohol free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on Standard property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation, employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. All employees of The Standard must be bondable.

About Us

The Standard is a family of companies dedicated to helping its customers achieve financial well-being and peace of mind. In business since 1906, we’re a leading provider of group and individual disability insurance, group life, dental and vision insurance, voluntary (employee-paid) benefits, absence management services, and retirement plans and annuities for employers and individuals. For more information about The Standard, visit or follow us on LinkedIn.