Data Governance Leader - Boston bei Perficient, Inc.

• Lead the design and implementation of data governance strategies across healthcare domains, including patient, provider, claims, and clinical data.
• Collaborate with business, IT, and compliance stakeholders to define governance policies, standards, and operating models.
• Drive adoption and utilization of Informatica Axon, EDC, and Market Place tools across multiple projects.
• Develop and maintain data governance roadmaps, aligning with modernization efforts from on-premise to cloud-based architectures.
• Provide hands-on leadership and mentorship to offshore and junior data governance consultants, ensuring quality and consistency in deliverables.
• Conduct workshops, training sessions, and stakeholder education to promote data governance awareness and best practices.
• Integrate data quality management into governance frameworks, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and reliability of data assets.
• Oversee metadata management initiatives to support data lineage, cataloging, and discovery.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior client leadership, providing strategic guidance and thought leadership on data governance.
• Roll up sleeves to contribute directly to deliverables when needed, especially in fast-paced or high-impact engagements.

• 10+ years of experience in data governance within healthcare domains, with a strong track record of stakeholder engagement.
• Minimum of 5 successful projects involving Informatica Axon, EDC, and Market Place tools.
• Deep knowledge of data governance principles, frameworks, and organizational models.
• Strong understanding of data quality concepts and their integration into governance programs.
• Solid grasp of metadata management and its role in enterprise data strategy.
• Experience developing and executing modernization roadmaps for cloud migration and architecture transformation.
• Proven ability to lead workshops, drive consensus, and operate independently with minimal direction.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to educate and influence diverse audiences.
• Experience working with offshore teams and providing detailed guidance to junior consultants.
• Willingness to travel within the U.S. up to 30%.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support data-informed task execution.
• Familiarity with AI-enhanced platforms is a plus.
• A solid understanding of AI capabilities and limitations including ethical considerations is expected. 

The salary range for this position takes into consideration a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, level of experience, applicable office location, training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The new hire salary range displays the minimum and maximum salary targets for this position across all US locations, and the range has not been adjusted for any specific state differentials. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the unique facts and circumstances regarding each candidate. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range for this position is $92,118 to $202,730. Please note that the salary range posted reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits or any potential variable compensation programs. Information regarding the benefits available for this position are in our benefits overview.

WHO WE ARE

Perficient is the global AI-first consultancy. Our team of strategists, designers, technologists, and engineers partners with the world’s most innovative enterprises and admired brands to deliver real business results through the transformative power of AI. As part of our AI-First strategy, we empower every employee to build AI fluency and actively engage with AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency. We break boundaries, obsess over outcomes, and shape the future for our clients. Join a company where bold ideas and brilliant minds converge to redefine what’s possible - while building a career filled with growth, balance, and purpose.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

At Perficient, we promise to challenge, champion, and celebrate our people. You will experience a unique and collaborative culture that values every voice. Join our team, and you’ll become part of something truly special.

We believe in developing a workforce that is as diverse and inclusive as the clients we work with. We’re committed to actively listening, learning, and acting to further advance our organization, our communities, and our future leaders… and we’re not done yet.

Perficient, Inc. proudly provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Perficient, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Perficient, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or covered veterans. Improper interference with the ability of Perficient, Inc. employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting removed.

Disability Accommodations:

Perficient is committed to providing a barrier-free employment process with reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. 

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