Company Description
Govini transforms Defense Acquisition from an outdated manual process to a software-driven strategic advantage for the United States. Our flagship product, Ark, supports Supply Chain, Science and Technology, Production, Sustainment, Logistics, and Modernization teams with AI-enabled Applications and best-in-class data to more rapidly imagine, develop, and field the capabilities we need. Today, the national security community and every branch of the military rely on Govini to enable faster and more informed Acquisition decisions.
Job Description
We are seeking a talented Lead Data Steward to join our Data Product & Operations team. The Lead Data Steward will oversee and manage data across Govini’s Defense Acquisition applications, ensuring its accuracy, consistency, and accessibility. This role is crucial for maintaining the integrity of our data and supporting decision-making processes across the organization.
In order to do this job well, the candidate must possess excellent communication and analytical skills. Proficiency in SQL and Python is essential. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. In addition to the required skills, the Lead Data Steward will provide strategic guidance for the Data Steward team.
This role is a full-time position located out of our offices in Pittsburgh, PA.
This role may require up to 10% travel.
Scope of Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and own business logic relative to the transformation and enrichment of Govini dataEnsure the accuracy, consistency, and completeness of specific dataDevelop and enforce data standards, policies, and procedures to maintain data integrity and compliancePerform data quality assessments and implement improvement plans to address identified issuesIdentify and evaluate potential data sources to enrich existing data, ensuring comprehensive and robust data setsWork closely with stakeholders across the organization, including Data Engineering and Data Product Managers, to understand data requirements and provide supportMaintain comprehensive documentation of data sources, definitions, and processesConduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT) after datasets are ingested to ensure adherence to data requirementsUtilize SQL to query, analyze, and extract data to support business needsGenerate and present data reports and visualizations to support decision-making processesProvide training and support to team members on data-related topics and best practices
Qualifications
U.S. Citizenship is required
Required Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related fieldDemonstrated understanding of data governance principles and practicesExperience developing data quality standards and frameworks for enterprise data pipelines6+ years of experience in data stewardship, data management, or relevant domain expertiseDemonstrated ability to write and optimize SQL queries for data extraction and analysis4+ years of experience in Python programming for data manipulation, transformation, and analysisExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and conciselyStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail
Desired Skills:
Current possession of a U.S. security clearance, or the ability to obtain one with our sponsorshipExperience in or exposure to the nuances of a startup or other entrepreneurial environmentMaster’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related fieldFamiliarity with defense acquisition processes and related data sourcesExperience managing data-related projects and initiatives
