Alation Engineer

Alation Engineer

Posted 6 days ago by 1754563257

Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA

Summary: This role is for an Alation Engineer focused on hands-on configuration of Alation and possibly Microsoft Purview for data cataloging and stakeholder enablement. The position involves collaborating with business units to identify use cases, create data classifications, and guide users unfamiliar with data cataloging concepts. The engineer will also explore opportunities for AI-enabled automation to enhance efficiency in data management processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Hands-on configuration of Alation (and Purview) to unlock value
  • Partner with business units to identify catalog use cases and pilot projects
  • Create data classifications, enable lineage, and set up remediation workflows
  • Guide business users who are unfamiliar with data cataloging concepts
  • Communicate the art of the possible with data catalogs to stakeholders
  • Identify opportunities for AI-enabled automation to reduce manual classification and tagging

Key Skills:

  • Hands-on experience configuring Alation and/or Purview
  • Ability to bridge technical execution and business engagement

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Alation Engineer

6+ months Contract

Overview:
This hands-on engineering role supports the same DG program, with a focus on Alation (and possibly Microsoft Purview) for data cataloging and stakeholder enablement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Hands-on configuration of Alation (and Purview) to unlock value
  • Partner with business units to identify catalog use cases and pilot projects
  • Create data classifications, enable lineage, and set up remediation workflows
  • Guide business users who are unfamiliar with data cataloging concepts
  • Communicate the art of the possible with data catalogs to stakeholders
  • Identify opportunities for AI-enabled automation to reduce manual classification and tagging

Must Have:

  • Hands-on experience configuring Alation and/or Purview
  • Ability to bridge technical execution and business engagement