Stibo - MDM Engineer

The Sr. MDM Engineer - is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise master data solutions with STIBO STEP while leveraging strong data analysis and engineering capabilities to ensure data integrity, quality, and cross-system alignment. The position reports to the Director, Data and plays a critical role in translating governance-approved business requirements into technically sound, high-quality platform enhancements and integrations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: Platform Expertise & Technical Oversight

• Serve as the internal SME for STIBO STEP, providing guidance on configuration, architecture, and best practices.
• Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, data governance standards, and MDM strategy.
• Assess cross-domain and cross-system impacts of proposed changes.

Solution Design & Implementation

• Translate approved business requirements into detailed technical design specifications.

• Design and implement:

• o Data model enhancements (object types, attributes, hierarchies, reference types)

• o Business rules and validation logic

• o Workflows and lifecycle management

• o Role-based security configurations

Evaluate domain impacts, workflow dependencies, and integration of touchpoints prior to implementation.

Maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation.

Data Analysis & Technical Analytics

• Utilize SQL, Python or similar to analyze, validate, and reconcile master data across STIBO and connected systems.
• Perform data profiling, impact analysis, and root cause analysis to support governance decisions.
• Leverage Python (or similar scripting languages) for data validation, automation, and analytical tasks.
• Support data quality monitoring by identifying anomalies, inconsistencies, and integrity gaps.
• Assist cross-functional teams with data extracts, transformation logic validation, and technical analysis.
• Validate integration of payloads and downstream data consumption accuracy.

Delivery & Backlog Management

• Partner with Business Analysts to refine requirements and define technical tasks.
• Participate in backlog grooming, estimation, and prioritization activities.
• Design and implement STIBO enhancements and support release activities in partnership with the Director of MDM Technical.
• Ensure quality, scalability, and maintainability of solutions.

Integration & Data Exchange

• Identify and design integration touchpoints between STIBO and upstream/downstream systems (e.g., ERP, eCommerce, data warehouses, 1WorldSync, AutoQuote).
• Support development and modification of APIs, data imports/exports, and integration services.
• Collaborate with integration teams to ensure reliable data synchronization and performance.

Testing & Quality Assurance

• Conduct unit and integration testing.
• Support user acceptance testing (UAT) and business validation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical and data-related issues.
• Ensure adherence to data quality and performance standards.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Data Governance, Architecture, and Business stakeholders.
• Act as a technical escalation point for complex MDM issues.

• Bachelor''s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10-12+ years of experience in Master Data Management or enterprise data platforms.
• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience with STIBO STEP (data modeling, workflows, configuration, integrations).
• Strong experience in data modeling, workflow configuration, and business rule implementation.
• Strong SQL skills with the ability to query, validate, and reconcile enterprise datasets.
• Experience using Python (or similar scripting language) for data analysis, automation, or integration support.
• Experience performing data profiling and root cause analysis.
• Strong understanding of relational databases and data structures
• Experience designing and supporting system integrations (REST APIs, batch processing, data interfaces).
• Experience managing technical backlogs and delivering enterprise-scale solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and impact assessment skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, * Experience in Retail, Distribution, or other product-centric industries.
• Experience managing Product, Customer, or Supplier data domains within an MDM environment.
• Familiarity with eCommerce platforms and enterprise integration ecosystems.
• Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery frameworks.
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks and data quality management principles.
• Experience working with enterprise data warehouses or analytics platforms.
• Experience supporting BI/reporting teams with master data analysis.
• Familiarity with data quality monitoring tools and frameworks.