Lead Collibra Specialist

Job Title: Lead Collibra specialist - Fulltime - Direct applicants only.

Locations

Columbus OH 

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Summary of the Role

The Data Catalog & Lineage Specialist will be responsible for designing, implementing, and operationalizing metadata management and data lineage solutions. The role requires hands-on expertise in Collibra, along with strong knowledge of AWS-based data architectures, Snowflake, and relational databases.

This position will work closely with cross-functional teams, including data engineering, governance, and business stakeholders, to embed data governance practices and enable end-to-end visibility into data flows.

Your Role

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise data catalog and lineage solutions using Collibra
• Develop and maintain metadata management frameworks and standards across the organization
• Enable end-to-end data lineage across cloud and on-premise systems
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to ensure data is discoverable, trusted, and compliant
• Drive adoption of data governance frameworks and best practices
• Identify and classify PII (Personally Identifiable Information) and ensure compliance with data protection policies
• Integrate metadata and lineage capabilities into AWS-based data platforms and Snowflake environments
• Support data quality, data stewardship, and regulatory reporting initiatives
• Provide leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams on data governance and lineage strategies

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Collibra (Data Catalog & Lineage modules)
• Solid understanding of data governance frameworks and best practices
• Experience with AWS data architecture (e.g., S3, Glue, Redshift, Lambda, etc.)
• Expertise in Snowflake and relational databases
• Proven experience in implementing data lineage and metadata management solutions
• Ability to identify and manage PII and sensitive data elements
• Strong knowledge of data modeling, ETL processes, and data integration
• Experience working in cross-functional and enterprise environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale data governance transformations
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to data privacy and compliance
• Certifications in Collibra, AWS, or Data Governance (preferred but not mandatory)