Lead Data Steward

Company Description

Govini transforms Defense Acquisition from an outdated manual process to a software-driven strategic advantage for the United States. Our flagship product, Ark, supports Supply Chain, Science and Technology, Production, Sustainment, Logistics, and Modernization teams with AI-enabled Applications and best-in-class data to more rapidly imagine, develop, and field the capabilities we need. Today, the national security community and every branch of the military rely on Govini to enable faster and more informed Acquisition decisions.

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Lead Data Steward to join our Data Product & Operations team. The Lead Data Steward will oversee and manage data across Govini’s Defense Acquisition applications, ensuring its accuracy, consistency, and accessibility. This role is crucial for maintaining the integrity of our data and supporting decision-making processes across the organization.

In order to do this job well, the candidate must possess excellent communication and analytical skills. Proficiency in SQL and Python is essential. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. In addition to the required skills, the Lead Data Steward will provide strategic guidance for the Data Steward team.

This role is a full-time position.

This role may require up to 10% travel.

Scope of Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and own business logic relative to the transformation and enrichment of Govini data
• Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and completeness of specific data
• Develop and enforce data standards, policies, and procedures to maintain data integrity and compliance
• Perform data quality assessments and implement improvement plans to address identified issues
• Identify and evaluate potential data sources to enrich existing data, ensuring comprehensive and robust data sets
• Work closely with stakeholders across the organization, including Data Engineering and Data Product Managers, to understand data requirements and provide support
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of data sources, definitions, and processes
• Conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT) after datasets are ingested to ensure adherence to data requirements
• Utilize SQL to query, analyze, and extract data to support business needs
• Generate and present data reports and visualizations to support decision-making processes
• Provide training and support to team members on data-related topics and best practices

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• Demonstrated understanding of data governance principles and practices
• Experience developing data quality standards and frameworks for enterprise data pipelines
• 6+ years of experience in data stewardship, data management, or relevant domain expertise
• Demonstrated ability to write and optimize SQL queries for data extraction and analysis
• 4+ years of experience in Python programming for data manipulation, transformation, and analysis
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail

Desired Skills:

• Current possession of a U.S. security clearance, or the ability to obtain one with our sponsorship
• Experience in or exposure to the nuances of a startup or other entrepreneurial environment
• Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• Familiarity with defense acquisition processes and related data sources
• Experience managing data-related projects and initiatives

We firmly believe that past performance is the best indicator of future performance. If you thrive while building solutions to complex problems, are a self-starter, and are passionate about making an impact in global security, we’re eager to hear from you.

Govini is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.