Data Management/Governance Expert

Company Description

Hyper Lychee Labs is a dynamic IT services and consulting company delivering innovative solutions to a diverse client base, including Fortune 500 companies, leading startups, and government entities. We specialize in harnessing the power of technology to transform businesses and industries while fostering meaningful societal impact. With a team of talented and passionate professionals, we collaborate closely with clients to create custom software, implement complex systems, and provide strategic consulting tailored to their unique needs. Our company is driven by a strong commitment to transparency, accountability, and inclusivity, fostering a culture that values creativity and diverse perspectives to deliver exceptional results. Join us and become part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive in an ever-evolving world.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Data Management/Governance Expert to lead our data initiatives. The successful candidate will develop, implement, and maintain a robust data governance framework within a cloud-first environment, primarily using AWS/Azure. This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership to ensure data quality, integrity, security, and compliance across the organization. This will be a 6 months contract(not a permanent position) position with remote job.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement comprehensive data governance frameworks, policies, and standards using industry best practices like the DCAM  model and DAMA-DMBOK2 principles.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security throughout the data lifecycle within AWS/Azure  cloud platforms (e.g., S3, EC2, RDS).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, legal, business units) to define data ownership, establish data stewardship roles, and manage access control protocols.
• Develop and maintain metadata repositories and data catalogs, ensuring consistent understanding and definition of data assets across the enterprise.
• Lead data governance initiatives and projects, conducting regular audits and assessments to monitor compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Serve as a key advisor on data-related initiatives, promoting data literacy and a data-driven culture through training and awareness programs.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• A related bachelor’s degree.
• Over five years of experience in relevant fields such as data governance or management.
• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)  certification is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with the DCAM  framework.
• Experience with AWS/Azure  for data management is required.