Alation/Atlan Data Catalog Implementation SME

Job Role: Alation/Atlan Data Catalog Implementation SME

In this role, you'll be responsible for the implementation of Alation/Atlan Data Catalog for customer. You'll leverage your expertise in similar data catalog/governance engagements to advise customer stakeholders and guide project teams.

Responsibilities:

Lead the design and implementation of Alation/Atlan data catalog engagement, aligning it with overall customer requirements.

Configure and set up the Alation/Atlan platform and components, including user management, permissions, workflows, integrations required for each source system/ applications.

Develop and maintain processes for metadata creation and curation.

Collaborate with data stakeholders across various departments to identify, define, and curate data assets within Alation/ Atlan.

Work with data teams to capture and build metadata assets and lineages within Alation/Atlan.

Collaborate closely with data owners, data stewards, IT teams, and business users to keep the Alation/Atlan Data Catalog updated.

Design and deliver training programs to educate users on effectively utilizing the data catalog.

Monitor and analyze data catalog usage metrics and identify opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Minimum 7-10+ years of experience in data governance, or a similar field.

Minimum of two project implementations in data catalog and governance space, and one project in Alation/Atlan.

Proven track record of successfully delivering engagements in Data in a consulting and advisory capacity.

In-depth understanding of data modeling, metadata management, and data governance principles.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Experience working in an agile development environment.