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Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.
ABOUT THE JOB YOU’RE CONSIDERING
We are seeking a Data Governance & AI Governance Consultant to support enterprise data management and AI readiness initiatives. This role will focus on establishing trusted data foundations, improving data quality, enabling governance processes, and supporting the adoption of AI and Generative AI capabilities across the organization.
YOUR ROLE AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Partner with business and technical stakeholders to gather and document requirements, business rules, workflows, and data definitions.
- Perform data analysis and profiling to identify quality issues, inconsistencies, duplicates, and improvement opportunities.
- Support enterprise data governance initiatives including metadata management, data cataloging, business glossary development, data lineage, and stewardship programs.
- Contribute to Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives through domain modeling, source-to-target mappings, validation rules, and data governance processes.
- Assist in establishing governance frameworks to support AI, Generative AI, and Agentic AI programs.
- Develop project documentation, status reports, issue logs, and executive-ready presentations.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of experience in Data Governance, Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Analytics, Data Management, or related consulting roles.
- Strong experience with Data Governance, Data Quality, SQL, Excel, stakeholder management, and requirements gathering.
- Experience supporting Data Governance, MDM, Data Migration, Data Integration, Data Warehousing, or Reporting initiatives.
PREFERRED TOOLS & TECHNOLOGIES:
- Collibra, Alation, Microsoft Purview, Informatica (EDC, Axon, MDM), Atlan, Ataccama, data.world.
- Reltio, Profisee, Semarchy, Stibo STEP, Syndigo, Informatica MDM.
AI GOVERNANCE EXPERIENCE:
- Knowledge of Generative AI, Agentic AI, and Responsible AI principles.
- Understanding of privacy, security, explainability, auditability, and human oversight requirements.
- Experience with AI copilots, prompt engineering, or AI-enabled data management solutions preferred.
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS:
- DAMA CDMP, Collibra, Microsoft Purview, Informatica, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Databricks, Snowflake, Agile/Scrum, AI certifications.
COMPENSATION
- The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $101,140 to 182,624
Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.
The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.
These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.
It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.
In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.
BENEFITS
Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:
- Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
- Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.
DISCLAIMERS
Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.
Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process.
Click the following link for more information on your rights as an Applicant in the United States. http://www.capgemini.com/resources/equal-employment-opportunity-is-the-law
Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.
INTRODUCTION
Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.
ABOUT THE JOB YOU’RE CONSIDERING
We are seeking a Data Governance & AI Governance Consultant to support enterprise data management and AI readiness initiatives. This role will focus on establishing trusted data foundations, improving data quality, enabling governance processes, and supporting the adoption of AI and Generative AI capabilities across the organization.
YOUR ROLE AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Partner with business and technical stakeholders to gather and document requirements, business rules, workflows, and data definitions.
- Perform data analysis and profiling to identify quality issues, inconsistencies, duplicates, and improvement opportunities.
- Support enterprise data governance initiatives including metadata management, data cataloging, business glossary development, data lineage, and stewardship programs.
- Contribute to Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives through domain modeling, source-to-target mappings, validation rules, and data governance processes.
- Assist in establishing governance frameworks to support AI, Generative AI, and Agentic AI programs.
- Develop project documentation, status reports, issue logs, and executive-ready presentations.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of experience in Data Governance, Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Analytics, Data Management, or related consulting roles.
- Strong experience with Data Governance, Data Quality, SQL, Excel, stakeholder management, and requirements gathering.
- Experience supporting Data Governance, MDM, Data Migration, Data Integration, Data Warehousing, or Reporting initiatives.
PREFERRED TOOLS & TECHNOLOGIES:
- Collibra, Alation, Microsoft Purview, Informatica (EDC, Axon, MDM), Atlan, Ataccama, data.world.
- Reltio, Profisee, Semarchy, Stibo STEP, Syndigo, Informatica MDM.
AI GOVERNANCE EXPERIENCE:
- Knowledge of Generative AI, Agentic AI, and Responsible AI principles.
- Understanding of privacy, security, explainability, auditability, and human oversight requirements.
- Experience with AI copilots, prompt engineering, or AI-enabled data management solutions preferred.
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS:
- DAMA CDMP, Collibra, Microsoft Purview, Informatica, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Databricks, Snowflake, Agile/Scrum, AI certifications.
COMPENSATION
- The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $101,140 to 182,624
Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.
The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.
These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.
It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.
In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.
BENEFITS
Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:
- Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
- Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.
DISCLAIMERS
Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.
Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process.
Click the following link for more information on your rights as an Applicant in the United States. http://www.capgemini.com/resources/equal-employment-opportunity-is-the-law
Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Data Architect
Map your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation claims for Data Architect petitions when the applicant's degree is in a broad field like general IT or business. A transcript showing database systems, data modeling, or distributed architecture coursework significantly strengthens your case.
Search LCA filings by job title
Use the OFLC Wage Search to pull certified Labor Condition Applications filed under SOC code 15-1243 for Data Architects. This shows which employers have actively sponsored this role and what prevailing wage levels they filed at in your target metro.
Find verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Data Architect roles on Migrate Mate by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. This cuts out companies that list the role but have no documented sponsorship record, so you target interviews where visa support is already established.
Clarify cloud platform alignment early
Employers filing H-1B petitions for Data Architects often specify cloud environments like AWS, Azure, or GCP in the job duty description submitted to USCIS. Misalignment between your experience and the filed duties can trigger a Request for Evidence after approval.
Confirm filing timeline against your OPT expiry
H-1B cap-subject petitions can only be filed for an October 1 start date. If your OPT or STEM OPT expires before then, ask the employer whether they'll file for a cap-exempt institution or if they can bridge the gap through another status.
Request the prevailing wage level in writing
DOL assigns Data Architect roles to wage levels I through IV based on experience and supervisory duties. Level I wages are significantly lower than Level IV. Before accepting an offer, confirm which level the employer intends to file at and that the offered salary meets it.
H-1B Visa Data Architect: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Architect role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Data Architect positions fall under SOC code 15-1243 and require at minimum a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a directly related field, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation definition. The role's technical scope, including data modeling, schema design, and enterprise architecture, supports this classification. If your degree is in a tangential field, supplementary coursework or a credential evaluation can help close the gap.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Data Architects?
Financial services, cloud infrastructure companies, healthcare technology, and enterprise software firms account for a large share of H-1B LCA filings for Data Architect roles. These sectors handle large-scale data governance and regulatory compliance requirements that justify the specialized role. You can verify active sponsors by searching the OFLC Wage Search for certified LCAs under the relevant SOC code, or browse employer-filtered listings on Migrate Mate.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer as a Data Architect?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, without waiting for approval, as long as your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days. The new employer must file a new LCA with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS reflecting your Data Architect duties and the applicable prevailing wage for the new worksite location.
How does the prevailing wage apply to Data Architect H-1B petitions?
DOL assigns one of four wage levels to each LCA filing based on the complexity of duties and experience required. A Data Architect role with independent design authority and cross-functional oversight typically files at Level III or IV, which carries a higher wage floor than entry-level positions. Employers must pay at least the prevailing wage for the specific worksite location, which you can look up using the OFLC Wage Search by SOC code and geography.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for a Data Architect?
A strong petition includes a detailed job duty description that maps technical responsibilities to the specialty occupation definition, a degree equivalency evaluation if your credential is from outside the U.S., and evidence of the employer's business need for the role. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence if the duties appear generalist or overlap with a non-specialty role like general IT support, so specificity in the I-129 support letter matters significantly.