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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 AWS Data Governance Engineer to join our team in Nashville, Tennessee (US-TN), United States (US).
ABOUT THE ROLE
NTT DATA is seeking an AWS-focused Data Governance Engineer to support enterprise data governance initiatives within a large-scale cloud environment. This role will partner with governance stakeholders, cloud engineering teams, data stewards, architects, and platform teams to operationalize metadata management, data cataloging, lineage, classification, stewardship, and governance processes across AWS-based data platforms.
The ideal candidate brings strong AWS and cloud platform experience, understands enterprise data governance concepts, and has the ability to develop expertise in Collibra and related governance tools over time.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- AWS Data Governance & Metadata Management
- Support enterprise metadata management, cataloging, lineage, classification, and stewardship initiatives across AWS-based data platforms.
- Enable metadata capture, tagging, catalog publication, and governance workflows that improve discoverability, trust, and compliance of enterprise data assets.
- Assist with data subject area mapping, metadata enrichment, data classification, and governance enablement activities.
- Support business glossary, stewardship, certification, and governance processes.
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Partner with governance stakeholders to identify opportunities to improve metadata quality, lineage visibility, and governance adoption.
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AWS Platform & Governance Support
- Support data governance capabilities across AWS cloud environments.
- Partner with cloud engineering teams to integrate governance controls, metadata management, cataloging, and lineage capabilities into AWS-based solutions.
- Support AWS security requirements related to data governance, metadata management, and compliance initiatives.
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Assist with governance standards, access management, classification controls, and cloud governance best practices.
-
Data Catalog & Governance Enablement
- Support enterprise data catalog capabilities including asset onboarding, classification, lineage, certification, and discoverability.
- Assist with governance workflow implementation and operationalization.
- Guide users on how to Client, understand, and trust enterprise data assets.
- Develop and expand expertise supporting Collibra capabilities and governance platform adoption.
-
Partner with governance teams to mature enterprise data management and governance capabilities.
-
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Work closely with governance leads, data stewards, business stakeholders, architects, and engineering teams to gather governance requirements and enable governance solutions.
- Translate business requirements into metadata, cataloging, lineage, classification, and governance capabilities.
- Communicate governance concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
-
Facilitate discussions and drive governance-related decisions across multiple stakeholder groups.
-
Platform Integration & Support
- Support integration of governance capabilities with AWS services, cloud data platforms, metadata repositories, APIs, and reporting solutions.
- Assist with operational support, platform enhancements, governance automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partner with architecture and platform teams to improve metadata management and governance effectiveness.
- Support onboarding and adoption of governance capabilities across the enterprise.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Experience
- 7+ years of experience in data governance, metadata management, cloud platforms, data engineering, or related disciplines.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience working within AWS environments.
- 3+ years of experience supporting enterprise data governance, metadata management, data cataloging, or governance enablement initiatives.
AWS & Cloud Platforms
- Strong experience working with AWS cloud services and cloud-based data platforms.
- Understanding of AWS security concepts, governance controls, and access management.
- Experience supporting cloud-based data assets and cloud database platforms.
- Experience implementing or supporting governance capabilities within cloud environments.
Data Governance & Metadata Management
- Experience with:
- Metadata capture and tagging
- Data catalog publication and search
- Data lineage management
- Data classification and governance
- Data stewardship concepts
- Business glossary management
- Data subject area mapping
- Metadata enrichment and governance processes
Data Platform & Engineering Concepts
- Understanding of cloud data platforms and enterprise data pipelines.
- Experience supporting metadata integration across multiple systems and platforms.
- Working knowledge of data management concepts and governance best practices.
- Familiarity with SQL and data-related technologies.
Professional Skills
- Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Ability to operate independently and drive outcomes with limited supervision.
- Comfortable working in ambiguous and evolving environments.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Demonstrated adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and platforms.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Collibra administration, implementation, configuration, or support.
- Experience with Alation or similar data catalog and governance platforms.
- Experience supporting metadata management, governance workflows, lineage, and governance automation initiatives.
- Experience with Python for automation, scripting, or metadata-related solutions.
- Experience with SQL and cloud-based data platforms.
- Experience working with container technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
- Experience supporting financial services, risk, compliance, HR, procurement, legal, or enterprise business domains.
COMPENSATION
Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting hourly range for this remote role is ($70.00-$75.55/hour). This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on several factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.
This position is eligible for company benefits that will depend on the nature of the role offered. Company benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending or health savings account, life, and AD&D insurance, short-and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally required benefits. AWS certifications are highly desirable.
ABOUT NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future.
NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.
INTRODUCTION
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 AWS Data Governance Engineer to join our team in Nashville, Tennessee (US-TN), United States (US).
ABOUT THE ROLE
NTT DATA is seeking an AWS-focused Data Governance Engineer to support enterprise data governance initiatives within a large-scale cloud environment. This role will partner with governance stakeholders, cloud engineering teams, data stewards, architects, and platform teams to operationalize metadata management, data cataloging, lineage, classification, stewardship, and governance processes across AWS-based data platforms.
The ideal candidate brings strong AWS and cloud platform experience, understands enterprise data governance concepts, and has the ability to develop expertise in Collibra and related governance tools over time.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- AWS Data Governance & Metadata Management
- Support enterprise metadata management, cataloging, lineage, classification, and stewardship initiatives across AWS-based data platforms.
- Enable metadata capture, tagging, catalog publication, and governance workflows that improve discoverability, trust, and compliance of enterprise data assets.
- Assist with data subject area mapping, metadata enrichment, data classification, and governance enablement activities.
- Support business glossary, stewardship, certification, and governance processes.
-
Partner with governance stakeholders to identify opportunities to improve metadata quality, lineage visibility, and governance adoption.
-
AWS Platform & Governance Support
- Support data governance capabilities across AWS cloud environments.
- Partner with cloud engineering teams to integrate governance controls, metadata management, cataloging, and lineage capabilities into AWS-based solutions.
- Support AWS security requirements related to data governance, metadata management, and compliance initiatives.
-
Assist with governance standards, access management, classification controls, and cloud governance best practices.
-
Data Catalog & Governance Enablement
- Support enterprise data catalog capabilities including asset onboarding, classification, lineage, certification, and discoverability.
- Assist with governance workflow implementation and operationalization.
- Guide users on how to Client, understand, and trust enterprise data assets.
- Develop and expand expertise supporting Collibra capabilities and governance platform adoption.
-
Partner with governance teams to mature enterprise data management and governance capabilities.
-
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Work closely with governance leads, data stewards, business stakeholders, architects, and engineering teams to gather governance requirements and enable governance solutions.
- Translate business requirements into metadata, cataloging, lineage, classification, and governance capabilities.
- Communicate governance concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
-
Facilitate discussions and drive governance-related decisions across multiple stakeholder groups.
-
Platform Integration & Support
- Support integration of governance capabilities with AWS services, cloud data platforms, metadata repositories, APIs, and reporting solutions.
- Assist with operational support, platform enhancements, governance automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partner with architecture and platform teams to improve metadata management and governance effectiveness.
- Support onboarding and adoption of governance capabilities across the enterprise.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Experience
- 7+ years of experience in data governance, metadata management, cloud platforms, data engineering, or related disciplines.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience working within AWS environments.
- 3+ years of experience supporting enterprise data governance, metadata management, data cataloging, or governance enablement initiatives.
AWS & Cloud Platforms
- Strong experience working with AWS cloud services and cloud-based data platforms.
- Understanding of AWS security concepts, governance controls, and access management.
- Experience supporting cloud-based data assets and cloud database platforms.
- Experience implementing or supporting governance capabilities within cloud environments.
Data Governance & Metadata Management
- Experience with:
- Metadata capture and tagging
- Data catalog publication and search
- Data lineage management
- Data classification and governance
- Data stewardship concepts
- Business glossary management
- Data subject area mapping
- Metadata enrichment and governance processes
Data Platform & Engineering Concepts
- Understanding of cloud data platforms and enterprise data pipelines.
- Experience supporting metadata integration across multiple systems and platforms.
- Working knowledge of data management concepts and governance best practices.
- Familiarity with SQL and data-related technologies.
Professional Skills
- Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Ability to operate independently and drive outcomes with limited supervision.
- Comfortable working in ambiguous and evolving environments.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Demonstrated adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and platforms.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Collibra administration, implementation, configuration, or support.
- Experience with Alation or similar data catalog and governance platforms.
- Experience supporting metadata management, governance workflows, lineage, and governance automation initiatives.
- Experience with Python for automation, scripting, or metadata-related solutions.
- Experience with SQL and cloud-based data platforms.
- Experience working with container technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
- Experience supporting financial services, risk, compliance, HR, procurement, legal, or enterprise business domains.
COMPENSATION
Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting hourly range for this remote role is ($70.00-$75.55/hour). This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on several factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.
This position is eligible for company benefits that will depend on the nature of the role offered. Company benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending or health savings account, life, and AD&D insurance, short-and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally required benefits. AWS certifications are highly desirable.
ABOUT NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future.
NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Aws Data Engineer
Align your credentials with EB-2 requirements
A master's degree in computer science, data engineering, or a related field positions you for EB-2 sponsorship. If you hold a bachelor's plus five years of progressive AWS-specific experience, document each role with detailed job duties to support an advanced-degree equivalency argument.
Research employers with active PERM filing history
Target companies that have filed PERM applications for data engineering roles before. DOL disclosure data shows which employers have completed the recruitment and prevailing-wage process, reducing your risk of working for an employer unfamiliar with the full EB-2 or EB-3 pipeline.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card-sponsoring roles
Filter your AWS Data Engineer job search by employers with green card sponsorship history using Migrate Mate. This surfaces companies already familiar with PERM filings for data roles, so you spend less time screening employers who have never navigated employment-based sponsorship.
Verify your offered wage meets DOL prevailing levels
Before signing an offer, check the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offered salary meets the prevailing wage for your job zone and work location. A wage set below DOL Level I or II thresholds can delay LCA certification and stall your entire PERM timeline.
Understand how the PERM recruitment window affects your start date
PERM requires your employer to complete a formal 30-day recruitment period before filing. If you're transitioning from an expiring H-1B visa or OPT, align your offer acceptance timeline so the PERM filing begins before your current authorization runs short.
Clarify AWS-specific job duties in your PERM description
DOL audits often target vague job descriptions on PERM applications. Work with your employer to include specific AWS services you'll manage, such as Redshift, Glue, or EMR, so the role clearly requires a specialized degree rather than general IT skills.
Green Card Aws Data Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an AWS Data Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
AWS Data Engineer positions typically qualify for both EB-2 and EB-3, depending on your credentials and the employer's job requirements. EB-2 applies when the role requires a master's degree or equivalent, which is common in data engineering. EB-3 covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree. O*NET classifies data engineering work in Job Zone 4, supporting specialty occupation arguments under either category.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B sponsorship is temporary and subject to annual lottery selection, while PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery. The PERM process requires DOL labor certification and typically takes one to three years before an I-140 is approved, but once your priority date is current, you gain a direct path to lawful permanent residence rather than repeating visa cycles.
How long does the PERM process take for a data engineering role?
PERM labor certification for AWS Data Engineer positions currently averages six to eighteen months at DOL, depending on whether the application is audited. After PERM approval, your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS, which adds several more months under standard processing. Candidates born in countries without significant visa backlogs can often complete the full green card process in two to four years.
Where can I find employers who sponsor green cards for AWS Data Engineers?
Migrate Mate lets you search for AWS Data Engineer jobs filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. This is more reliable than filtering by job postings that mention sponsorship without any filing history behind them, since PERM filings are publicly disclosed through DOL and you can confirm an employer's track record before investing time in their process.
Can my employer start PERM while I'm on H-1B status?
Yes, employers can file PERM on your behalf while you remain on H-1B status. Starting early matters because AC21 portability protections kick in once your I-140 is approved and your PERM has been pending for 180 days, giving you flexibility to change roles without losing your priority date. USCIS allows you to maintain H-1B extensions in three-year increments once the I-140 is approved.