Omnidian, Inc. is a fast-growing Series C tech-enabled service company revolutionizing performance assurance for the distributed solar and energy storage industries. Omnidian is building a more sustainable future for the planet through our passionate teams, our innovative technology, and by creating an amazing customer experience.

While we have employees across the country, we are looking to fill this particular role with someone based in Pittsburgh, upstate NY, or near our headquarters in Seattle

The Job

We are looking for a hands-on Data Governance Manager to build and lead our Data Governance efforts. You will lead a small team of Data Stewards/Analysts (a mix of direct and dotted-line reports), enhance and update current Data Governance processes and standards, establish new Data Governance processes and standards, understand the company and company needs, build a prioritized roadmap, execute on that roadmap, and evolve the team and roadmap as the company evolves.

Data insights are a critical component of Omnidian’s value proposition, and having data that is accurate and consistent both in perception and reality is fundamental to our success. Our business is rapidly growing, and we need a strong leader who can build a strong Data Governance program alongside the company’s growth. This role sits within our Engineering department and reports directly to our Director of Data Management.

What You'll Do

At Omnidian we believe in trust and autonomy. How you create an impact is ultimately up to you. Here is an outline of some of the things you’ll be doing:

Team Leadership and Development (33%)

Recruit, hire, and lead a small team of Data Governance professionals, fostering a collaborative environment.
Establish and continuously improve Data Governance processes and standards to ensure trust in our data.
Provide mentoring, coaching and leadership to matrixed (dotted-line) data analysts/stewards.
Provide structure, mentoring and leadership to data stewards; Resolving issues escalated by data stewards.

Business Solutions and Roadmap Execution (33%)

Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver Data Governance solutions that provide real value.
Build and lead a data stewardship program across the organization, consisting of direct reports as well as cross-functional team members.
Create and maintain a structure to track adherence to contractual and regulatory data privacy compliance.
Develop a Data Governance roadmap that aligns with company goals and evolving needs.
Act as an evangelist for Data Quality and Data Governance, raising awareness and improving data culture across the organization.
Create data standards and business rules, and specifying which data must be shared organizationally
Ensure that legal and other compliance standards are followed Advocate for better use and management of data within the organization
Create centralized training materials for Data Quality/Data Governance Communications, outreach and adoption for Data Governance standards and processes

Project Management and Hands-On Work (33%)

Manage Data Governance projects from conception to implementation, ensuring on-time delivery.
Participate in Data Governance activities such as data dictionary processes, data mapping, creating and maintaining ERDs and other data related documentation.
Identify and prioritize data-governance projects, such as data quality and data securityTrack data quality by profiling/reviewing data and monitoring metrics on data quality
Plan, monitor, and enforce the management of data assets Catalog, monitor, and identify data assets that are essential to the organization's operations or services
Assign ownership of data, ensure there is a clear RACI (responsible, accountable, consulted and informed) matrix in the organization
Understands data governance commitments in our contractsActs in ‘consult’ and ‘informed’ capacity to Infosec team on data privacy

Who You Are

Data Governance Expertise: You have in-depth knowledge of Data Governance processes and standards and have experience building a Data Governance program.
Leadership Abilities: You possess strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a small team toward achieving goals and delivering high-quality solutions.
Communication: You have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Value Creation: You understand business needs, users, technology, and data, and collaborate with stakeholders and your team to design and deliver data foundations that provide business value.
Problem-Solving: You demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.

Experience You’ll Need

5+ years of Data Governance experience.
3+ years in a leadership or managerial role.
Expertise in Data Governance processes and standards.

Experience That's a Plus

Experience in the clean energy industry.
Experience with Salesforce, Databricks, Sigma or RDS.
Experience supporting Data Governance with both manual processes and with tooling (such as Informatica or Collibra).

Work-life and Culture

This role is a remote role
For applicants in the Seattle area, we offer a vibrant and creative co-working space in the heart of downtown Seattle
We provide outstanding benefits that we are continually improving upon, including family medical, dental, vision, disability, parental leave, 401(k) administration, self-managed PTO or 15 days of PTO in your first year, and paid sabbatical leave after four yearsWe offer a competitive total compensation package that includes monthly health insurance premiums, quarterly bonus and long-term stock options for every employee
We love to lift each other up through company-wide slack channels such as #puppiesandpets, #omnidian-wellness, #praiseandbooms and #sustainablefutureWe are a passionate, mission driven team that believes in collaboration, mutual respect and trust. For examples, check out our posts What Makes an Ethical Company? and Why We’re Proud to Be a Certified B Corp

Grow With Us

We mentor and invest in our employees and prioritize them for future opportunities. Check out our Instagram reels to see a few career journey examples
Internal candidates: Check out our advice on Internal Transfer: Job Application Process
Here are the next roles in this career track:
Manager, Data Governance
Senior Manager, Data Governance
Director, _____ (title based on company need and growth)
We’re a fast-growing startup, which means we’re constantly reinventing processes, adding new products, and asking people to use all of their skills and talents. That means there’s gonna be a lot of opportunities for you to grow, which also means you will likely be stretched in ways you’ve never experienced in a job before. If you are resilient, determined, and not afraid of a big challenge, come apply.

We strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and background will lead to a better environment for our employees and a better product for our customers. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring our hiring and retention practices, as well as our office culture, reflects this value. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Omnidian is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity in the workplace. We make employment decisions on the basis of merit and business need. We hire without consideration to age, ancestry, citizenship, disability, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, national origin, political activity or affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

We invite you to be part of our mission to create a workplace that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

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