Senior Manager, Data Governance

Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Job Description


Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we\'ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world\'s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You\'ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That\'s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital\xc2\xae, G-Technology\xe2\x84\xa2, SanDisk\xc2\xae and WD\xc2\xae brands.

Today\'s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It\'s You & Western Digital. Together, we\'re the next BIG thing in data.



Senior Manager , Data Governance : We are seeking an experienced and skilled Senior Manager for Data Governance in developing and managing the Western Digital Data Governance Strategy & Program. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing data governance policies, procedures, and standards, ensuring data quality, accuracy, and completeness, and managing the enterprise-wide data governance program. The Senior Manager for Data Governance will work closely with business leaders, data analysts, data scientists, and other stakeholders to establish and maintain a data governance framework that supports business objectives and goals.

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement data governance policies, procedures, and standards to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and consistency..
  • Establish and maintain a data governance framework that aligns with business objectives and goals.
  • Work closely with business leaders, data analysts, and data scientists to ensure that data is managed effectively and efficiently across the enterprise.
  • Develop and maintain data quality metrics and data lineage documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations, as well as industry standards and best practices.
  • Oversee the enterprise-wide data governance program, including data stewardship, data ownership, and data management.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders to understand their data needs and priorities.
  • Collaborate with IT teams to ensure that data governance requirements are incorporated into system designs and implementations.
  • Develop and deliver data governance training and education programs for business and IT teams.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor\'s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Information Management, Engineering or a related field. Master\'s degree would be an advantage.
  • 8+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of data governance principles, data quality management, data modelling, and data lineage.
  • Proven ability to build positive relationships and navigate through multiple organisational complexities.
  • Demonstrated successful deployment of enterprise level data governance framework and continuous improvement plans.
  • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership and management skills, with experience leading teams in a complex and dynamic environment.
  • Experience working with data privacy and security regulations, as well as industry standards and best practices.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience working with data governance tools, such as Informatica, Collibra, or IBM InfoSphere.
  • Knowledge of data management best practices, including data architecture, data integration, and data quality management.
  • Professional data governance certification such as CDMP, IGP , CGDSP would be an advantage.
Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person\'s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person\'s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the poster.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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  • Job Id
    JD987951
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
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