Associate, Data Governance

Implement and support data governance processes from both a business and technical perspective leveraging AI technologies. Implement and support Metadata Management, Data Lineage, Data Quality and other essential Data Governance functions.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.

Work closely with Data Domain Owners and SMEs to identify CDE’s (Critical Data Elements), define data elements for the Business Glossary and define business rules. Collaborate with data owners and stewards to identify data sources and build out the business metadata. Ability to communicate effectively with Business and Technical SMEs, Architects, Analysts, Developers and other IT and business teams. Build end to end business and technical data lineage across disparate sources working with business and technical SMEs/developers understanding the applications system/technical design and Create data flow diagrams and data mappings at the field level across systems by leveraging AI to analyze technical designs and data paths.

Build data quality rules for the critical data elements (CDEs) and manage data quality exceptions. Develop Data Quality Dashboards and reports in Tableau for monitoring and reporting data health. Actively use AI technologies to accelerate daily tasks, understand data sets and trace data flows. Help build reusable AI agents to automate data quality anomalies/issues identification, monitoring and track data lineage changes over time.

Perform other duties as assigned.

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The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions. Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively and as part of a team to successfully complete projects. Ability to multitask and meet aggressive deadlines efficiently and effectively. Proficient with Python and SQL for data handling and analysis.

Strong interest or foundational experience using Generative AI tools (like Claude or ChatGPT) to accelerate workflows and problem-solve. Understanding of data governance concepts or tools like Collibra. Strong data analysis capabilities. Proficient with Microsoft Office desktop tools (Word, Excel, etc.) Experience with Business Intelligence/ Reporting tools such as Tableau Strong written and oral communication skills with ability to work with users, peers and management.

Familiarity with draw.io or similar diagramming tools.

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in data analytics, computer science or related field.

None required

• Structured Query Language (SQL)
• Python
• Tableau
• Generative AI Platforms (Claude)

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counter party (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 23 exchanges and trading platforms. More information about OCC is available at

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