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Solution Architect - Data Governance(Technical), MDM

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Jul 2025

💰 $201,100/yr($141,400/yr – $201,100/yr)

About the role

Req ID: 329776

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Solution Architect - Data Governance(Technical), MDM to join our team in Plano, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

We are seeking an accomplished Data Governance Leader with deep expertise in Master Data Management (MDM) to architect, implement, and drive enterprise-wide data governance and MDM strategies. This senior role is responsible for designing scalable, secure, and business-aligned solutions that ensure high-quality, trusted data across the organization. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of leading technical MDM implementations, developing robust governance frameworks, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into effective data management solutions. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership position, central to our data-driven transformation.

Key Responsibilities

Architect and document end-to-end MDM and data governance solutions that support scalability, security, and evolving business objectives.
Lead the technical implementation, configuration, and optimization of enterprise MDM platforms (e.g., Informatica, SAP MDG, Oracle, IBM, Reltio, or Stibo), including the design of robust master data models.
Develop, enforce, and continuously improve data governance frameworks, policies, and standards to ensure data quality, security, and regulatory compliance.
Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to translate requirements into effective MDM and governance solutions and facilitate data stewardship activities.
Oversee data integration, profiling, cleansing, enrichment, metadata management, and ongoing data quality improvements across enterprise systems.
Monitor and report on master data health, proactively resolve data quality issues, and drive continuous process and technology enhancements.
Support data migration initiatives, onboarding of new data domains, and system upgrades to ensure seamless transitions and data integrity.
Advise and mentor internal teams on best practices in MDM and data governance, fostering continuous improvement and broader technology adoption.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in Master Data Management (MDM), Data Governance, and Data Architecture.
5+ years as a solution architect designing and implementing large-scale enterprise MDM and data governance solutions.
3+ years of hands-on experience with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern data architectures (Data Lake, Data Mesh, Data Fabric).
Ability to travel 25%

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certifications in MDM or data governance (e.g., Informatica, SAP, Collibra, IBM).
Industry experience in FMCG, Retail, Manufacturing, Healthcare, or Financial Services, with understanding of sector-specific data and compliance needs.
Experience architecting and deploying MDM and governance solutions on cloud-native platforms, including serverless and hybrid cloud integration.
Proficiency with data quality and metadata management tools (e.g., Informatica Data Quality, Talend Data Quality, Alation, Collibra, IBM Watson Knowledge Catalog).
Background in Agile/Scrum environments and familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for data solutions.
Experience driving organizational change, promoting governance adoption, and delivering training to business users and data stewards.
Strong vendor management experience, including product evaluations, RFPs, and negotiations.
Active participation in professional data management communities, conferences, or publications.