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Data Management Project Lead Jobs in Madison, NJ

Data Management Job Summary The Data Management Lead is responsible for defining and executing the organization's data management strategy, ensuring data quality, governance, security, and compliance.

Data Management Job Summary The Data Management Lead is responsible for defining and executing the organization's data management strategy, ensuring data quality, governance, security, and compliance.

Perform project management and deep business analysis on specific high profile data issues/initiatives * Proactively identify synergies within the rest of the Payments CDO BOW, and effectively ...

Data Management Lead

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$133K - $205K/yr

Perform project management and deep business analysis on specific high profile data issues/initiatives * Proactively identify synergies within the rest of the Payments CDO BOW, and effectively ...

Perform project management and deep business analysis on specific high profile data issues/initiatives * Proactively identify synergies within the rest of the Payments CDO BOW, and effectively ...

Perform project management and deep business analysis on specific high profile data issues/initiatives * Proactively identify synergies within the rest of the Payments CDO BOW, and effectively ...

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Project & Process Management: Manage projects from requirements definition to completion, ensuring ... Lead efforts in data harmonization, cleansing, QA, and reconciliation to ensure flawless ...

... data management, business intelligence, and reporting services for its Special Education systems ... Lead and direct all project personnel and serve as the primary point of contact for NYC DOE.

Project & Process Management: Manage projects from requirements definition to completion, ensuring ... Lead efforts in data harmonization, cleansing, QA, and reconciliation to ensure flawless ...

... data management, business intelligence, and reporting services for its Special Education systems ... Lead and direct all project personnel and serve as the primary point of contact for NYC DOE.

... data management, business intelligence, and reporting services for its Special Education systems ... Lead and direct all project personnel and serve as the primary point of contact for NYC DOE.

Project Lead

New York, NY · On-site

$135K - $170K/yr

The Project Lead is responsible for translating partner needs into executable project plans ... Ability to understand and manage technical dependencies, data requirements, review gates, model ...

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How much do data management project lead jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for data management project lead in Madison, NJ is $59.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.30 and $69.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Cities near Madison, NJ with the most Data Management Project Lead job openings:

Infographic showing various Data Management Project Lead job openings in Madison, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,299 per year, or $59.3 per hour.

Data Management Lead

Manhattan, NY • On-site

Photon
IT Services • 1 - 10 employees

Full-time, Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Data Management  Job Summary

The Data Management Lead is responsible for defining and executing the organization's data management strategy, ensuring data quality, governance, security, and compliance. This role partners with business and technology teams to establish data standards, improve data quality, and enable data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement enterprise data management strategies and frameworks.
  • Lead data governance initiatives, including data ownership, stewardship, and policies.
  • Define and maintain data quality standards, metrics, and monitoring processes.
  • Oversee master data management (MDM), metadata management, and data catalog initiatives.
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into scalable solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational data policies.
  • Lead data profiling, cleansing, validation, and remediation activities.
  • Manage data lifecycle processes, including acquisition, storage, archival, and disposal.
  • Partner with data engineering, analytics, architecture, and security teams to deliver reliable data platforms.
  • Establish KPIs and dashboards to measure data quality and governance effectiveness.
  • Mentor and lead a team of data analysts, data stewards, or data management professionals.
  • Drive continuous improvement in data management practices and tools.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8-12+ years of experience in data management, data governance, or related disciplines.
  • 3-5+ years of experience leading teams or enterprise data initiatives.
  • Strong understanding of:
    • Data Governance
    • Data Quality Management
    • Master Data Management (MDM)
    • Metadata Management
    • Data Lineage
    • Data Catalogs
  • Experience with SQL and relational databases.
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Familiarity with data warehousing and ETL/ELT processes.
  • Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with tools such as:
    • Collibra
    • Informatica
    • Microsoft Purview
    • Alation
    • Talend
    • Ataccama
    • SAP MDG
  • Knowledge of data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, etc., as applicable).
  • Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies.
  • Relevant certifications such as DAMA CDMP, Azure Data Engineer, AWS Data Analytics, or Informatica certifications.

Compensation, Benefits and Duration

Minimum Compensation: USD 41,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 146,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post