Data Governance Specialist Jobs

Explore Data Governance Specialist opportunities with organizations that rely on accurate, secure, and well-managed data. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles for experienced specialists who can shape data policies, improve quality, and support responsible data use.

What Does a Data Governance Specialist Do?

Data Governance Specialists help organizations define and maintain the standards, policies, and processes that guide how data is collected, managed, accessed, and protected. Depending on the employer, the work may include developing governance frameworks, documenting data ownership and definitions, setting quality controls, coordinating stewardship programs, and supporting privacy and regulatory requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with data governance frameworks, metadata management, data quality, master data management, and information lifecycle practices. Useful capabilities include policy development, stakeholder communication, risk assessment, and familiarity with privacy and compliance requirements. Experience with data catalogs, governance platforms, analytics environments, and cloud data systems can also be valuable.

Career Opportunities

Data Governance Specialists work across industries such as financial services, healthcare, technology, consulting, and enterprise services. Depending on their background, they may advance into data governance leadership, data management, privacy, compliance, or broader data strategy roles. Browse current openings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation.

Find Data Governance Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Data Governance Specialist jobs and explore roles where your expertise can help organizations make data more trusted, usable, and secure.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$98K - $154K *

Grow your career with a leading role in designing complex data hall infrastructures. Leverage your expertise to lead projects, mentor teams, and ensure adherence to design standards while optimizing d...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $210K *

Elevate manufacturing capabilities by leading enterprise MES initiatives, ensuring system performance, configuration, and integration while driving continuous improvement and technical expertise acros...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $284K *

Lead the charge in innovating enterprise data protection strategies. Collaborate across teams to design scalable privacy solutions, ensuring compliance and protecting sensitive information while drivi...

California, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $186K *

Accelerate data-driven transformations by leading D&A sales cycles, engaging with executives, and driving adoption of innovative AI solutions to enhance customer business outcomes and strategies...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $210K *

Architect and lead customer-focused application development initiatives, translating business needs into robust software solutions. Leverage modern technologies and AI tools to ensure high-quality, se...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing clinical revenue cycle management initiatives, ensuring accurate documentation and coding while driving performance improvements across diverse stakeholders to enhance rev...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing complex e-discovery projects, collaborating with legal teams, and mentoring junior staff. Drive successful outcomes while ensuring quality standards and client satisfac...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$128K - $238K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprise AI and Salesforce solutions. Engage with clients to shape strategic AI initiatives, architect innovative systems, and ensure successful production delivery a...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $220K *

Unlock your potential as you drive enterprise optimization through innovative architectural solutions, collaborating with teams to enhance performance and security while leading strategic domain initi...

Baltimore, MDRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $210K *

Champion regulatory document development for global submissions, ensuring compliance with ICH guidelines and corporate objectives. Lead projects, mentor junior staff, and enhance cross-functional coll...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $163K *

Empower your career by driving innovative software solutions through end-to-end development, collaborating with Agile teams, and leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance product quality and eff...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $197K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and operationalization of advanced analytics and AI solutions to enhance healthcare operations and patient outcomes, while mentoring teams and influencing enterp...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$118K - $174K *

Make your mark at the forefront of ERP design, combining strategic analysis with expert architectural insights. Collaborate with teams to enhance solutions, ensuring peak performance and compliance wh...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $241K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable data solutions, optimize performance, and enhance software architecture while adhering to coding standards and leveraging AI to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $174K *

Innovate ERP solutions by driving strategic analysis, aligning technical requirements with business needs, and ensuring optimal architecture and integration to support scalability and performance for...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform client relationships by driving growth, maximizing investments, and ensuring satisfaction in a dynamic market consulting environment. Collaborate across teams to support business intelligenc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $154K *

Lead the charge in enhancing safety and quality standards; administer the Risk Program and conduct audits, assessments, and training. Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and imp...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $105K *

Contribute to the development and support of advanced missile systems as a systems engineer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the capabilities of critical defense technologies while...

Pittsfield, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $230K *

Lead product strategy and execution to enhance quality programs, driving measurable performance improvements in healthcare. Collaborate with teams to optimize product development and ensure compliance...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading IT security initiatives, assessing risks, and driving remediation efforts across the enterprise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of the Microsoft Security Solutions area, driving strategy and sales execution. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize performance, align priorities, and translate market opportunities...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading compliance initiatives in the health insurance sector. Drive program effectiveness, manage audits, and ensure adherence to state and federal regulations while fostering a c...

Monterey, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$61K - $104K *

Unlock the potential of data quality in a dynamic team, ensuring compliance and governance for a federal agency's analytics ecosystem. Collaborate with stakeholders to define metrics, monitor standard...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Drive enterprise-wide compliance projects to secure sustainability certifications. Lead cross-functional teams, manage schedules, and ensure audit readiness in mission-critical environments, deliverin...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $150K *

Grow your career with a collaborative team focused on public health solutions. As a Senior Salesforce Developer, you'll leverage your expertise to enhance health department systems nationwide within a...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Governance Specialist do?question toggle

    A Data Governance Specialist develops and supports the policies, standards, and processes organizations use to manage data. Responsibilities may include data quality, metadata, data ownership, access controls, privacy, and regulatory compliance.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Data Governance Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for experience in data management, governance frameworks, data quality, metadata, or privacy and compliance. Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills are also useful.

  • Which industries hire Data Governance Specialists?question toggle

    Financial services, healthcare, technology, consulting, and other data-intensive industries commonly hire Data Governance Specialists.

  • What career paths can follow a Data Governance Specialist role?question toggle

    Experienced specialists may pursue leadership roles in data governance or data management, or move into data strategy, privacy, risk, or compliance.

  • Where can I find Data Governance Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Search its listings for Data Governance Specialist roles and review each posting for salary and qualifications.