AI and Data Governance Lead - Rancho Cordova, CA, USA

Company Description · Join a multibillion-dollar global company that brings together amazing technology, people, and operational scale to become a powerhouse in the memory industry. Headquartered in Rancho Cordova, California, Solidigm combines elements of an established, success ...

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Company Description

Join a multibillion-dollar global company that brings together amazing technology, people, and operational scale to become a powerhouse in the memory industry. Headquartered in Rancho Cordova, California, Solidigm combines elements of an established, successful technology company with the spirit, agility, and entrepreneurial mindset of a start-up. In addition to the U.S. headquarters and other facilities in the U.S., the company has international presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Solidigm will continue to lead the world in innovating new Memory technologies with aspirations to be the #1 NAND memory company in the world. At Solidigm, we view problems as opportunities to define innovative solutions that hold the power to change the world and unleash the potential technological needs that the future holds. At Solidigm, we are One Team that fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that embraces individual uniqueness and empowers us to bring our best selves to deliver excellence in support of Solidigm's vision and mission to be the go-to partner for optimized data storage solutions. You can be part of the takeoff of an innovative business that develops cutting-edge products, delivers strong business value for customers, provides an engaging workplace for its employees, and serves a greater impact on the world. This is a golden opportunity for the right applicant to join us and help design, build, and lead Solidigm. We want a diverse team of dedicated professionals who will not just be Solidigm team members but contribute to how we shape the future of the organization. We are seeking applicants who will grow and thrive in our culture; be customer inspired, trusting, innovative, team-oriented, inclusive, results driven, collaborative, passionate, and flexible.

Job Description

The AI and Data Governance Lead is responsible for building, operationalizing, and coordinating the enterprise AI and data governance program. This role establishes the governance infrastructure, operational processes, and steward network that enable the organization to manage AI initiatives and data assets responsibly, ethically, and in alignment with business objectives. This role empowers business units to fulfill their governance responsibilities by providing frameworks, tooling, training, and coordination. Data and AI owners remain embedded in business functions; the Governance Lead enables enterprise-wide visibility, consistency, and accountability. Key ResponsibilitiesSteward Network Development and Enablement

• Identify, recruit, and onboard data stewards and AI stewards across business functions, ensuring coverage of all critical data domains and AI initiatives
• Design and deliver steward training programs covering governance principles, platform usage (Dataiku Govern, DataHub), and operational workflows
• Establish clear steward role definitions, time commitments, and accountability expectations in partnership with business function leaders
• Build a steward community of practice through regular forums, office hours, and knowledge sharing sessions
• Maintain steward registry and succession planning to ensure continuity as roles change

AI Governance Operations

• Administer and configure Dataiku Govern including model registry, bundle registry, LLM registry, and governance workflows
• Operationalize AI project intake, risk and value assessment matrices, and sign-off workflows for AI initiatives
• Coordinate AI project reviews with business sponsors, compliance, legal, and technical stakeholders
• Monitor model drift, performance degradation, and fairness metrics; coordinate remediation with AI owners
• Maintain AI documentation standards including model cards, risk assessments, and compliance artifacts

Data Governance Operations

• Administer DataHub for enterprise metadata management, data cataloging, and lineage tracking
• Manage Azure data governance resources including Purview integrations, access controls, and classification policies
• Operationalize the data quality continuous improvement program including measurement, monitoring, and issue resolution workflows
• Coordinate data certification processes for enterprise KPIs and certified data products
• Facilitate data issue triage, escalation paths, and cross-functional resolution

Governance Council and Process Management

• Organize and facilitate AI and Data Governance Council meetings including agenda development, materials preparation, and decision tracking
• Develop and maintain governance policies, standards, and procedures for AI development, data management, and information lifecycle
• Establish governance metrics and dashboards to measure program effectiveness and steward engagement
• Coordinate change request processes for data definitions, business rules, and AI model modifications
• Ensure governance activities align with regulatory requirements, data protection laws, and organizational policies

Strategic Alignment and Value Delivery

• Align governance program with organizational strategy, ensuring governance enables rather than impedes business objectives
• Partner with business function leaders to embed governance into operational workflows without creating bottlenecks
• Quantify and communicate governance value including risk reduction, efficiency gains, and compliance outcomes
• Stay current with AI governance trends, regulatory developments, and emerging best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Data Science, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in data governance, AI governance, data management, or related program coordination role
• Demonstrated experience building and coordinating cross-functional steward networks or communities of practice
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, metadata management principles, and data quality practices
• Familiarity with AI/ML lifecycle including model development, deployment, monitoring, and risk management
• Knowledge of data protection regulations, AI ethics principles, and responsible AI practices
• Excellent communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for business audiences and vice versa
• Strong facilitation and stakeholder management skills; ability to build consensus across diverse groups

Additional Information

The compensation range for this role is $139,520- $223,300. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Location is flexible - Solidigm has offices in Longmont, CO; Rancho Cordova, CA; San Jose, CA; Guadalajara MX; or willing to consider a remote candidate.

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