Data Technology Consultant

We are seeking a Data Technology Consultant to help shape and operationalize a robust data product framework. In this role, you will define what constitutes a data product, establish governance structures, and design scalable workflows that empower teams to ingest, publish, and manage data assets with confidence. You will play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of accountability, stewardship, and continuous improvement across the data platform.

Responsibilities

• Develop a practical and actionable definition of a "data product" tailored to the organization's needs and context
• Design and implement a transparent ownership model, assigning clear responsibilities and accountability for each data product
• Set minimum documentation requirements and quality benchmarks that must be met for every data product, ensuring consistency and reliability across the platform
• Collaborate with stakeholders to refine definitions and expectations, integrating feedback to optimize the model
• Document step-by-step procedures for ingesting data, creating new data products, and publishing them securely within the platform
• Design simple, repeatable workflows that can be easily followed by users across different teams, reducing friction and promoting best practices
• Provide guidance on safe and compliant data handling, emphasizing ease of use while maintaining data integrity
• Facilitate training sessions or workshops to onboard users to these processes
• Establish a centralized documentation strategy and enforce standards for data product descriptions, ownership attribution, and business context, creating a single source of truth for platform procedures and governance details
• Implement discoverability mechanisms (e.g., searchable catalogs, metadata tagging) and develop minimal validation requirements to help users find relevant data products while ensuring essential quality and compliance checks
• Establish baseline access control principles and define pragmatic, scalable approaches to data quality management and stewardship, safeguarding data while enabling broad, responsible usage
• Design a lightweight governance cadence, such as regular check-ins or reviews, integrating governance activities with platform usage metrics and developing mechanisms for feedback and iteration as the platform matures

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in a data-focused consulting or operations role
• Background in data governance, data management, or data product operations, with proven experience in implementing effective operating models and processes
• Capability to define and operationalize frameworks and workflows in dynamic environments
• Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric and Purview concepts, including data cataloging, lineage, and governance capabilities
• Exceptional documentation and communication skills, capable of translating complex concepts into clear, actionable guidance for diverse audiences
• Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, adapting approaches as needed to meet organizational objectives
• English language proficiency at an Upper-Intermediate level (B2) or higher

Nice to have

• Expertise in core DataOps
• Proficiency in data management
• Skills in documentation and specifications
• Competency in stakeholder management

Benefits

We connect like-minded people

• Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
• Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
• Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
• Corporate and social events

We invest in your growth

• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
• Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
• Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
• Free English classes with certified teachers

We cover it all

• Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
• Comprehensive medical & family care package
• Five trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
• Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)

We connect like-minded people:

• Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
• Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
• Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
• Corporate and social events

We invest in your growth:

• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
• Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
• Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
• Free English classes with certified teachers

• Discounts in local language schools, including offline courses for the Uzbek language

We cover it all:

• Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
• Medical & family care package
• Four trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
• Discounts for fitness clubs, dance schools and sports programs
• Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)

We connect like-minded people:

• Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
• Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
• Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
• Corporate and social events

We invest in your growth:

• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
• Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
• Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
• Free English classes with certified teachers
• Discounts in local language schools, including online courses for the Kazakh language

We cover it all:

• Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
• Medical & family care package
• Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
• Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
• Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)
• Housing support program: preferential mortgage access via Otbasy Bank partnership

We connect like-minded people:

• Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
• Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
• Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
• Corporate and social events

We invest in your growth:

• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
• Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
• Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
• Free English classes with certified teachers

We cover it all:

• Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
• Medical & family care package
• Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
• Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
• Discounts for fitness clubs and sports programs
• Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)

We connect like-minded people

• Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
• Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your home
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
• Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
• Corporate and social events

We invest in your growth

• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
• Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
• Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
• Free English classes with certified teachers

We cover it all

• Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
• Comprehensive medical & family care package
• Four trust days per year for personal needs
• Discounts for fitness clubs
• Benefits package (hotels, restaurants, stores and services)