Data Management Consultant (Data Governance)

Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Switzerland, ERNI is a leading Software Development company with over 800 employees worldwide. Specializing in IT and software engineering, we drive innovation in process and technology. Our first service center in Asia Pacific, located in Metro Manila (Mandaluyong), supports clients across Europe, APAC, the Philippines, and the USA. As we continue to grow, we're looking for passionate and motivated individuals to join our team. 

Why ERNI is the Perfect Place for You: 🏡 

• • International Exposure: Work with global clients on cutting-edge projects.
• • Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a collaborative and diverse work environment.
• • Career Development: Enjoy continuous learning and professional growth opportunities.
• 🤩Perks and Benefits: 
• • Career Stability: Enjoy a stable career path with ample project opportunities.
• • Immediate Coverage: Private HMO and insurance benefits from day one.
• • Jubilee Celebration: A 5-year milestone includes a complimentary trip to any European ERNI sites.
• • Comprehensive Benefits: Government-mandated benefits including 13th-month pay.
• • Skill Enhancement: Access free training and certifications.
• • Baby Basket: To welcome your newborn to the ERNI family.
• • Fruit Basket: Boost of vitamins during hospitalization.
• • Office Perks: Enjoy free snacks and coffee.
• 🔐Growth and Opportunities: 
• • Free Training: Advance your skills through technical and non-technical training.
• • Challenging Projects: Engage in complex software projects across MedTech, Industry,
• Finance, and Transportation.
• • Supportive Environment: Benefit from a team dedicated to guiding and supporting your success.
• • Recognition and Advancement: Receive acknowledgment for your efforts and
• opportunities for promotion.
• • Open Communication: Experience transparency and value your input in our culture.
• ⏱Flexibility: 
• • Hybrid Work Setup: Balance remote and in-person work for better work-life integration.
• 🎉Events: 
• • Connect and Celebrate: Participate in a variety of events including leisure, summer,
• family, social, and year-end gatherings.
• 👋What are our wishes: 
• Strong understanding of data management practices, data governance principles, data lifecycle management, and data quality frameworks.
• Proven experience in leading data projects, experience using data platforms / data lake platforms.
• Understanding of principles and practices in CI/CD pipelines, ETL orchestration, and DevOps practices for data platforms.
• Familiarity with data cataloging and/or metadata management practices and tools.
• Knowledge of data privacy laws, especially the Philippine Data Privacy Act and international equivalents.
• Strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and technical leadership skills.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools like Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in data governance, data management, or data engineering.
• At least 3 years of experience leading Data Lake or enterprise data platform projects.
• Experience in designing scalable data architectures, implementing governance controls, and managing cross-functional teams.
• Exposure to tech-enabled industries such as BPO, fintech, insurance, or telecommunications is highly preferred.

Preferred Educational Background

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:
• Information Systems / Information Management / Information Science
• Computer Science / Data Engineering / Data Science
• Business Administration / Management

Certifications (Preferred But Not Required):

• DAMA Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
• PMP or Agile/Scrum certifications
• Data Privacy and Protection certifications (e.g., CIPP/E)

💼How can you contribute to the team?

Job Summary

The Data Governance / Data Project Lead is responsible for driving the strategic implementation of data governance frameworks and leading enterprise-scale data projects. This role ensures the integrity, accessibility, and compliance of data assets across the organization, while managing cross-functional teams and delivering scalable data solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of data projects, providing strategic advisory on data architecture, data integration, metadata management, access controls and data governance as a whole.
• Define and implement data governance frameworks integrated with data platforms or specifically, data lake projects.
• Collaborate with IT, engineering, analytics, and business teams to ensure alignment of data management capabilities with governance policies required for projects
• Manage project timelines, resources, risks, and stakeholder communications using Agile or hybrid methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 and international standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001) vis-a-vis the project objectives and frameworks.
• Promote data literacy and governance culture through training and change management initiatives.