Job Title: Data Engineer - Data Catalog (Alation)
Location: Chicago, IL (100% Remote)
Duration: 6-12 Months
Rate: DOE
Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer with expertise in Alation for a 6-12 month contract. This is a fully remote position, offering an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge data governance technologies.
Key Responsibilities: - Oversee the day-to-day configuration and maintenance of the Alation data catalog platform.
- Collaborate with project teams to design, configure, and deploy catalog use cases, ensuring timely and effective delivery.
- Validate, modify, and update lineage diagrams as needed to maintain accuracy and relevance.
- Integrate new data sources for metadata acquisition, ensuring seamless connectivity and data flow.
- Develop custom solutions, including API integrations, custom dashboards, and workflows, to meet specific use case requirements.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in collaboration with client teams and vendors.
Required Experience: - 5+ years of experience in Data Governance, data catalog, and data stewardship.
- Hands-on experience with the configuration and maintenance of data catalog tools, particularly Alation (MUST HAVE).
- Strong understanding of data governance capabilities, including data catalog, data dictionary, business lineage, technical lineage, and stewardship workflows.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as SQL, HTML, Java, Python, and others.
- Experience onboarding metadata from various sources, including SQL Server, Oracle, Azure cloud, and more.
- Familiarity with cloud technologies such as Azure (preferable), Google Cloud, AWS, and Snowflake.
- Understanding of ETL technologies such as Mulesoft, ADF, Talend, SSIS.
- Knowledge of data quality practices and their integration with data catalog platforms.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams and vendors.
- Strong communication and writing skills.
Why Join Us? - Work remotely with a dynamic team on a high-impact project.
- Engage with advanced data governance tools and methodologies.
- Competitive hourly rate with a potential for extension.