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- Headquartered in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA
- Over 1.5 million employees worldwide
- Leading cloud services through Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Acquired Whole Foods, Twitch, and Ring
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Overview
Amazon is hiring a Data Governance Program Manager to lead data governance initiatives within the Risk and Compliance Solutions team. You'll develop frameworks and policies to ensure data integrity and compliance. This role requires strong communication skills and a technical understanding of data governance.
Job Description
Who you are
You are a proactive Data Governance Program Manager with a strong understanding of data governance principles and practices. You have experience in developing and implementing data governance frameworks, policies, and processes that align with strategic objectives and regulatory compliance requirements. Your ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders ensures that you can drive organizational change through influence and partnership.
You possess a collaborative mindset and can balance technical understanding with strong communication skills. You are adept at establishing governance structures, roles, and responsibilities to support effective data stewardship and accountability. Your experience includes defining data classification schemes and data lifecycle management practices, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
What you'll do
In this role, you will drive the implementation of data governance initiatives within Amazon's Risk and Compliance Solutions team. You will develop and articulate Amazon's data governance vision, strategy, and roadmap, defining objectives, priorities, and key performance indicators (KPIs). You will design, document, and implement data governance policies, standards, and procedures, collaborating with data owners and stewards to identify data quality issues and root causes.
You will establish data quality standards, metrics, and monitoring mechanisms to ensure the integrity, quality, and security of Amazon's data assets. Your responsibilities will include ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices, while maintaining a structured approach to governance implementation. You will work closely with stakeholders to drive the success of data governance initiatives and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the organization.
What we offer
At Amazon, you will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will have the chance to make a significant impact on the organization by driving data governance initiatives that support our strategic objectives and regulatory compliance requirements.
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