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Data Governance Program Manager Jobs in Boston, MA

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Director, AI Governance & Policy

Boston, MA

... compliance, data management, AI, or related disciplines. * 5+ years of experience leading enterprise governance, risk management, compliance, AI governance, or technology platform programs.

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How much do data governance program manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for data governance program manager in Boston, MA is $59.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44.13 and $72.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a data governance program manager?

A Data Governance Program Manager is responsible for developing and overseeing policies, procedures, and standards that ensure the effective management, quality, security, and compliance of an organization’s data assets. They coordinate efforts across departments to implement data governance frameworks, enforce data policies, and monitor adherence to regulatory requirements. Their role often involves leading teams, managing projects, and ensuring that data is used ethically and efficiently throughout the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a data governance program manager?

A Data Governance Program Manager needs a solid background in data management, business analysis, and project management, often supported by a degree in information systems or a related field. Familiarity with data governance frameworks, metadata management tools, data privacy regulations, and certifications like CDMP or DAMA are typically required. Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills help ensure effective collaboration across departments. These skills are essential to establish data standards, ensure data quality, and drive organizational compliance and value from data assets.

What are the most common challenges faced by data governance program managers when implementing new data policies across an organization?

One of the most common challenges Data Governance Program Managers face is ensuring consistent adoption of new data policies across various departments, which often have different priorities and levels of data literacy. Gaining buy-in from stakeholders and securing executive support is crucial, as is communicating the value of data governance clearly. Additionally, managing change and overcoming resistance, while aligning data practices with regulatory compliance and business needs, requires strong collaboration and negotiation skills. Regular training sessions and clear documentation can help streamline the process.

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Infographic showing various Data Governance Program Manager job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,784 per year, or $59.5 per hour.

Data Governance Analyst (Teradyne, North Reading)

North Reading, MA

Teradyne
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$116K - $187K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

Our Purpose 

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day. 

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results. 

Opportunity Overview 

Teradyne is seeking a Data Governance Analyst to design, implement, and scale data governance capabilities across enterprise data domains including Customer, Supplier, and Product data. This role bridges data governance policy and technical execution, ensuring data is trusted, discoverable, compliant, and ready to support analytics, AI, and operational systems such as ERP. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with data platforms and tooling and enjoys partnering with data owners, stewards, architects, and engineers. 

  • Lead the implementation and operationalization of enterprise data governance standards, policies, and controls across core data domains. 

  • Develop data quality checks, validation rules, monitoring frameworks, technical metadata, business glossaries, and lineage documentation. 

  • Collaborate with Data Owners, Stewards, architects, engineers, and application teams to define business rules, critical data elements, and ownership models. 

  • Build and configure data governance, data quality, and catalog tools while integrating governance capabilities into data pipelines, ERP systems, and analytics platforms. 

  • Support root cause analysis, remediation of data quality issues, governance onboarding, training, and adoption for stewards and technical teams. 

  • Partner with cross-functional teams to continuously improve Teradyne's data governance operating model and proactively identify governance and data quality risks. 

All About You 

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you're ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position. 

  • 5+ years of professional experience in data governance, data quality, data engineering, analytics engineering, or a related data role. 

  • Working knowledge of data governance concepts such as data ownership and stewardship, business glossaries and metadata management, and data quality dimensions and controls. 

  • Hands-on experience with SQL, relational databases, data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and cloud data platforms such as Snowflake, Azure, AWS, or GCP. 

  • Ability to translate business requirements into technical governance solutions. 

  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to identify and resolve data quality issues across source systems and downstream platforms. 

  • Experience with data governance, data quality, or catalog tools such as Informatica, Collibra, Alation, Atlan, or similar platforms. 

  • Exposure to ERP systems such as Oracle and master data domains. 

  • Experience supporting analytics, reporting, or AI/ML use cases. 

  • Familiarity with data privacy and compliance concepts such as GDPR and SOX. 

  • Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work closely with data owners, stewards, architects, engineers, and business stakeholders. 

  • Ability to support training, onboarding, mentorship, and adoption for stewards and technical teams. 

  • Data ownership and stewardship 

  • Business glossaries and metadata management 

  • Data quality dimensions and controls 

  • SQL and relational databases 

  • Data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes 

  • Cloud data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Azure, AWS, GCP) 

Compensation:
The base salary range for this role is $116,900 - $187,100. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location. 

 

Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance. 

 

Benefits:

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more.  Please click here to see details.

 

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