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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.
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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 Engineer
Document your AWS certifications strategically
AWS certifications like Solutions Architect or DevOps Engineer strengthen your PERM case by demonstrating specialized credentials beyond a general degree. Compile certification dates, exam scores, and employer letters confirming how each credential applies to your specific job duties.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Cloud infrastructure teams at mid-to-large enterprises file PERM more consistently than startups because they have dedicated immigration counsel. Search DOL disclosure data filtered by SOC code 15-1252 to identify companies with recent AWS Engineer sponsorship activity before applying.
Search green card roles using Migrate Mate
Filter by EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship status on Migrate Mate to surface AWS Engineer openings at employers who have already committed to the PERM process, saving you from negotiating sponsorship willingness from scratch.
Clarify the PERM wage level during offer negotiation
PERM requires your offered wage to meet the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job duties. Before signing an offer, verify that your title and responsibilities align with the wage level the employer intends to use via OFLC Wage Search, since a mismatch can trigger an audit.
Align your job duties with O*NET definitions
USCIS and DOL assess whether your role genuinely requires a specialized degree. Review the O*NET occupation profile for cloud and systems engineers to ensure your job description uses terminology consistent with how the role is officially defined, reducing RFE risk on the I-140.
Track priority dates if you're from India or China
EB-3 priority dates for Indian nationals can be backlogged by years. Filing I-140 approval under EB-2 simultaneously, where your credentials support it, preserves an earlier priority date and gives you options if backlogs shift before your case reaches the front of the queue.
Green Card Aws Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an AWS Engineer role typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most AWS Engineer positions qualify for EB-3 as skilled worker roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. EB-2 sponsorship is available when the role requires an advanced degree or the employer can demonstrate the position warrants a master's-level candidate. Some employers file under both categories simultaneously to preserve flexibility on priority dates.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for an AWS Engineer?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status with a three-year initial period and an annual lottery for cap-subject petitions. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship is permanent, has no lottery, and no annual cap at the EB-3 skilled worker level for most countries outside India and China. The PERM process takes longer upfront but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a renewal cycle.
How long does the PERM process take for an AWS Engineer position?
DOL supervised recruitment and PERM certification currently averages around 12 to 18 months before the employer can file the I-140 petition with USCIS. After I-140 approval, adjustment of status wait times depend entirely on your country of birth and the EB-2 or EB-3 priority date backlog. Nationals from most countries outside India and China typically see faster overall timelines.
What should I look for when evaluating an employer's green card sponsorship offer?
Confirm the employer has immigration counsel and an established PERM process rather than treating your case as a first attempt. Ask whether they will file under EB-2, EB-3, or both, and whether they cover attorney fees. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with a documented history of AWS Engineer sponsorship so you're starting from a stronger negotiating position.
Can I change employers after my I-140 is approved?
Yes. Under AC21 portability rules, once your I-140 has been approved and your adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, you can change to a same or similar occupational role without losing your priority date. For AWS Engineers, roles involving cloud architecture, infrastructure management, or DevOps workflows generally satisfy the same or similar standard.