Collibra Administrator

Overview 

Our client is looking for a skilled and motivated Data Platform Administrator with a main focus on the Collibra Data Governance platform. The ideal candidate will also have a foundational understanding of big data platforms like Databricks, platform automation using Python and APIs, server-side experience with Linux OS, and a solid grasp of AWS fundamentals. This role will involve administering and optimizing our data governance tools, supporting big data platforms, and automating processes to enhance efficiency. 

You Will: 

Provide Platform Administration & Support Collibra Platform: 

• Administer and maintain the Collibra Data Governance platform & Data quality, including user management, role-based access control, and platform optimization. 
• Configure and manage Collibra modules, workflows, data lineage, and business glossaries. 
• Collaborate with data stewards, data owners, and IT teams to ensure data governance policies and standards are effectively implemented. 
• Provide limited support and administration for Databricks, assisting with basic configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting. 
• Work with data engineers to facilitate data integration and ETL processes within Databricks. 

Provide Platform Automation Support 

• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python to streamline data governance processes and platform administration tasks. 
• Integrate Collibra with other enterprise systems and tools using APIs for seamless data flow and process automation. 

Provide Server-Side & Cloud Administration Support 

• Perform basic server-side activities on Linux-based systems, ensuring the smooth operation of data platforms. 
• Manage server configurations, monitor system performance, and troubleshoot issues. 
• data governance and big data platforms, leveraging AWS services. 
• Assist with AWS infrastructure management, including EC2 instances, S3 storage, and networking configurations. 
• Work closely with data governance, IT, and data engineering teams to understand requirements, gather feedback, and continuously improve platform performance and user experience. 

Be a Continuous Learner: 

• Provide technical support and training to users on the Collibra platform and related tools. 
• Stay ahead of Collibra updates, big data technologies, automation tools, and cloud services. 
• Recommend and implement best practices for data governance, automation, and platform management. 

You Have: 

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in administering the Collibra Data Governance platform. 
• Solid understanding of data governance principles, data lineage, and metadata management. 
• Foundational experience with big data platforms, particularly Databricks, is required. 
• Proficiency in Python for scripting and automation purposes. 
• Experience with APIs for system integration and process automation. 
• Hands-on experience with Linux OS for server-side administration. 
• Basic knowledge of AWS cloud services and infrastructure management. 
• Strong proficiency in Collibra platform administration and configuration. 
• Python programming for automation and API integration. 
• Familiarity with big data tools, particularly Databricks. 
• Linux experience and AWS cloud management skills. 
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. 
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams. 
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. 
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Management, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered. 

Location: 

• Two days a week at a Holmdel, NJ or Bethlehem, PA, (will consider York, NY).