We are looking for an experienced Data Management Specialist with strong hands‑on expertise in Alation Data Catalog.
Contract Information
- Job title: Data Management Specialist
- Location: London
- Contract End Date: 31 December 2026
- Working Arrangement: Hybrid, 2 days onsite per week
- Engagement: Inside IR35
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, configure and administer the Alation Data Catalog platform.
- Provide ongoing technical support and platform maintenance.
- Lead metadata onboarding and tool hydration activities.
- Migrate existing metadata assets into Alation.
- Configure and maintain the business glossary, data catalogue and stewardship capabilities.
- Support the implementation of data lineage and governance workflows.
- Integrate Alation with enterprise databases, data platforms, BI tools and wider governance technologies.
- Work with Data Governance, Data Management and business stakeholders to improve metadata quality.
- Improve the discoverability, usability and adoption of data assets across the organisation.
- Troubleshoot platform, configuration and integration issues.
- Support the development of Alation standards, processes and operating procedures
- Strong hands‑on experience with Alation Data Catalog.
- Proven experience setting up, configuring and administering Alation.
- Experience delivering metadata onboarding and tool hydration activities.
- Experience migrating existing metadata assets into Alation.
- Strong understanding of metadata management, data cataloguing and data governance.
- Experience configuring business glossaries, stewardship workflows and data lineage.
- Experience integrating Alation with enterprise data sources, databases and BI platforms.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work across technical, governance and business teams.
- Ability to investigate and resolve Alation platform and integration issues.
Data Management Specialist employer: RED Global
As a leading employer in the tech industry, we offer MLOps Engineers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment in London, where cutting-edge technology meets collaborative teamwork. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our mentorship programmes and continuous learning initiatives, ensuring that you can advance your career while contributing to impactful projects. With a strong focus on work-life balance and a culture that values creativity and diversity, we provide a rewarding workplace for those looking to make a difference in the field of machine learning.
