Senior Business Analyst - Unity Catalog & Data Catalog
Job description
Choosing Cap*** 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. Referral Disclaimer This role has been posted internally for referral purposes only. Locations Local - USA Why should you consider this role : We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Business Analyst – Unity Catalog & Data Catalog to lead data governance, metadata management, and data catalog initiatives across the enterprise. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between business stakeholders, data governance teams, and technology teams to ensure effective implementation and adoption of Databricks Unity Catalog and enterprise Data Catalog solutions. The Senior Business Analyst will be responsible for gathering business requirements, defining data governance processes, improving data discoverability, ensuring compliance, and enabling data-driven decision-making through a robust data management framework. Your Role : Collaborate with business stakeholders, data owners, data stewards, and technical teams to gather, analyze, and document business requirements. Conduct workshops and requirement-gathering sessions for Data Governance, Unity Catalog, and Data Catalog initiatives. Translate business requirements into functional specifications, user stories, and process documentation. Act as the primary liaison between business and technical teams throughout the project lifecycle. Support the implementation, enhancement, and adoption of Databricks Unity Catalog and enterprise Data Catalog solutions. Define and maintain metadata standards, data classifications, taxonomy, and data lineage requirements. Ensure effective cataloging, governance, and discoverability of enterprise data assets. Partner with data engineering and platform teams to onboard and manage data assets within the catalog. Assist in establishing and improving enterprise data governance policies, standards, and procedures. Define and support data ownership, stewardship, and accountability frameworks. Ensure compliance with organizational, regulatory, and data security requirements. Support audit, risk management, and compliance initiatives related to data governance and management. Analyze current data management processes and recommend improvements to drive operational efficiency. Develop and track KPIs, metrics, and dashboards to measure data governance effectiveness and adoption. Monitor data quality and collaborate with stakeholders to resolve data-related issues. Prepare executive-level presentations, reports, and status updates for leadership and stakeholders. Support Agile and Waterfall project delivery methodologies. Manage requirements traceability, change management activities, and project documentation. Participate in UAT planning, testing, business validation, and stakeholder sign-off activities. Required Skills & Qualifications 7+ years of Business Analysis experience. 3+ years of experience in Data Governance, Metadata Management, or Data Catalog projects. Experience supporting Unity Catalog or enterprise data catalog implementations. Experience working with enterprise data and analytics platforms. Proven track record of delivering large-scale data management initiatives. Preferred Certifications Databricks Certified Associate or Professional Certifications DAMA CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals / Data Engineer Certifications Collibra Ranger Certification Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) Agile Scrum Certification Education Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical, analytics, or business-related field required. Master's degree preferred. The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $76,000 to $187,000 Cap*** 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 Cap***, 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. Cap*** 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 Cap***’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 Cap*** is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Cap*** 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, Cap*** 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. Cap*** 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 Cap*** 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. Cap*** 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, Cap*** 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.