Data Steward

Role : Data Steward (Development AI)

- Location : Hyderabad, Telangana, India (Remote for 3 months, then On-site)

- Experience Level : 3- 5 Years

About company :

It is a global leader in AI and machine learning solutions, with a footprint in Mexico, the United States, and India. Our mission is to pioneer business success through next-generation technologies, empowering partners to modernize, scale, and innovate. With an emphasis on innovation, client-centricity, ethical AI development, and continuous learning, we are building foundational teams in Hyderabad to drive our Indian operationsmaking this a rare opportunity to shape the culture and direction of an AI-first company.

Roles & Responsibilities :

The Data Steward will ensure the integrity, quality, and consistency of data within our enterprise systems, including ERP, CRM, and other mission-critical platforms. This person will play a key role in managing and harmonizing data across multiple systems, identifying duplicate records, and ensuring alignment with organizational data governance policies. This role is essential to maintaining accurate data for business analytics, decision-making, and operational efficiency.

Core Job Duties :

- Serve as the primary point of contact for ensuring the quality and consistency of data across ERP, CRM, and other enterprise technology systems.

- Identify duplicate or conflicting records across systems and merge data accurately while preserving critical information.

- Standardize data formats, naming conventions, and values to ensure consistent data representation.

- Conduct routine data audits to identify inaccuracies, inconsistencies, and gaps in data.

- Collaborate with IT teams and system administrators to understand data structures and workflows in ERP, CRM, and other platforms.

- Develop and execute strategies for reconciling, merging, and mapping data between systems.

- Ensure that data changes in one system propagate correctly to all integrated systems.

- Enforce data governance policies to ensure compliance with organizational standards and applicable regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).

- Document data workflows, procedures, and mapping logic for merging and reconciling records.

- Partner with stakeholders to define data ownership and accountability.

- Work closely with business units, including finance, sales, marketing, and operations, to understand data needs and resolve data-related issues.

- Support data migration efforts during system upgrades or integrations.

- Train end-users and promote best practices for data entry and maintenance.

- Monitor data health using tools and dashboards to proactively detect and address issues.

Experience :

- Typically requires a minimum of 3 years of related experience with a Bachelors degree; or equivalent work experience.

- 3+ years of experience in data stewardship, data management, or a related role.

- Strong understanding of data management principles, experience working with enterprise systems, and a meticulous approach to data quality and record merging.

- Hands-on experience with ERP (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, Microsoft Dynamics CRM).

- Proficiency in data manipulation tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python) and familiarity with data integration tools (e.g., Informatica, Talend, MuleSoft).

- Exceptional attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving.

- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.

Hiring Process :

- Initial Screening Interview

- Two Technical Rounds (by the US-based team)

- Final Evaluation Round

Work Culture & Values :

- Innovation & Excellence : Operate at the cutting edge of AI and analytics while driving process and product innovation.

- Client-Focused Mindset : Every team member directly impacts client partnership and success.

- Integrity & Responsibility : Uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and data integrity.

- Continuous Learning : Regular mentorship, open learning sessions, and support for upskilling.

- Collaboration : Diverse, international team with transparent communication and a culture of inclusion and support.

Additional Details :

- First 3 months : Contractual, remote work (anywhere in India)

- After 3 months : Permanent, on-site in Hyderabad (support provided for relocation, if needed)

- Unique Opportunity : Contribute to building the foundation of our India operations with direct exposure to international teams and cutting-edge AI product innovation.