AI Data Governance Specialist

Job#: 3031346

Job Description:
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AI Data Governance Specialist

Location: Dallas, Texas (On-site)

Employment Type: Contract

Role Overview

This position requires an experienced AI Data Governance Specialist to establish and enforce governance policies for AI/ML data pipelines. The role involves working with enterprise-scale data platforms to ensure data quality, compliance, and responsible AI practices. The specialist will collaborate with technical and executive teams to drive governance adoption and support the full lifecycle of AI models.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce AI data governance policies and workflows.
• Support the end-to-end AI/ML data pipeline, including ingestion, labeling, feature engineering, and model training.
• Conduct data quality checks, bias reviews, and maintain data lineage for AI models.
• Lead cross-functional discussions to drive the adoption of data governance practices.
• Integrate governance into MLOps workflows using tools for feature stores, model registries, and data versioning.
• Translate complex data insights and governance risks into actionable recommendations for both executive and technical stakeholders.
• Utilize SQL or Python to support data quality, validation, and governance tasks.

Required Qualifications

Experience: A minimum of 10 years in data governance or data stewardship, including 3-5 years specifically focused on AI/ML data. Experience with enterprise-scale data platforms in large organizations and knowledge of the retail industry are required.

Technical Skills: A strong understanding of AI/ML data pipelines is required. This includes working knowledge of SQL and basic Python. Experience with cloud data platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery, or Redshift is necessary. Familiarity with data governance tools like Collibra, Atlan, Alation, or Informatica is also required.

Governance & Compliance: Knowledge of data privacy regulations such as GDPR and CCPA, along with responsible AI guidelines, is necessary. The role requires proven experience in developing and enforcing AI governance policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with MLOps tools such as MLflow, Azure ML, or SageMaker.
• Understanding of feature stores, model registries, and data versioning concepts.
• Proven ability in process improvement and implementing governance workflows.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated pay range for this position is $60.00 to $80.00 per hour. Please note that the final pay rate will be determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience and qualifications.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. This employer will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.