Data Governance Specialist

Tekstraton is currently seeking an experienced Data Governance Specialist to join our enterprise data operations team on-site in Calgary, AB. In this critical role, you will lead the implementation, maintenance, and maturation of our data governance frameworks, ensuring enterprise-wide data reliability, security, and compliance across complex data environments.Key Responsibilities:Design, implement, and enforce enterprise data governance policies, standards, and data quality frameworks across departments.Oversee metadata management, business glossary definitions, and end-to-end data lineage mapping using modern governance tools.Collaborate closely with data stewards, engineering teams, and executive stakeholders to identify and remediate data quality issues.Maintain compliance with industry standards and Canadian privacy regulations, including PIPEDA and local security mandates.Conduct regular audits and maturity assessments to evaluate data health, stewardship adoption, and lifecycle policies.Candidate Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or a related technical discipline.3+ years of dedicated experience delivering data governance, metadata management, or master data management initiatives.Hands-on experience with enterprise data catalog and governance platforms (such as Collibra, Microsoft Purview, or Informatica).Strong knowledge of Canadian regulatory frameworks, data privacy laws, and security best practices.Exceptional stakeholder communication skills with a track record of driving cross-functional change management.Ability to work on-site at our corporate office in Calgary, AB.