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Data Governance Specialist

Motion Recruitment
Pleasanton, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 6/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/17/2026

Data Governance Specialist


12 Month Contract (Possible extension)

Location: Hybrid (Client located in Pleasanton, CA)

Work Shift: Monday through Friday (8:00AM – 5:00PM PST)


*Must be able to work on W-2 basis

*Must be able to work PST hours


This Global Retail Company leader has an immediate long-term contract opportunity in Pleasanton, CA for Data Governance Specialist. This position requires working onsite Monday-Friday.


Job Description


Data Governance Specialist – Customer (Contract) Role Overview Looking for a Data Governance Specialist to support customer data quality, governance, and compliance in a retail environment.


  • Improve and maintain customer data quality (accuracy, completeness, consistency) Apply and enforce data governance policies, standards, and rules Maintain data catalog, metadata, and data lineage
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA)
  • Collaborate with data engineering, analytics, and business teams


Required Skills


  • Experience in data governance and data quality
  • Strong understanding of customer data in retail environments
  • Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders (including C-suite) Knowledge of data privacy, PII, and compliance requirements


Education


You will receive the following benefits:

  • Medical Insurance & Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Sick Time Leave
  • Pre-tax Commuter Benefit


Motion Recruitment provides IT Staffing Solutions (Contract, Contract-to-Hire, and Direct Hire) in major North American markets. Our unique expertise in today’s highest-demand tech skill sets, paired with our deep networks and knowledge of our local technology markets, results in an exemplary track record with candidates and clients.


Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future.

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