[Remote] Lead Metadata & Data Products Specialist - Remote, Washington DC, Philadelphia, Wilmington, Chica

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Amtrak is a company that connects businesses and communities across the country, emphasizing safety and employee success. The Lead Data & AI Specialist will lead the design and operationalization of data and analytical assets, ensuring accuracy and compliance while mentoring specialists and coordinating cross-functional initiatives.ResponsibilitiesLead the design, implementation, and optimization of complex data and analytical assets—including datasets, models, metrics, and governance frameworks—that support enterprise decision-makingCoordinate multi-team initiatives that apply data and insight frameworks to improve data quality, explainability, and value realization across domainsDevelop and refine repeatable standards and patterns for modeling, validation, documentation, and governance to ensure consistency and reliabilityEvaluate enterprise data and analytical processes, identify cross-cutting issues, and recommend enhancements that increase efficiency and trustMentor and guide other specialists, fostering technical growth, collaboration, and alignment to established practicesPartner with product, engineering, and governance leaders to align delivery of analytical and governance assets with business strategy and compliance objectivesRepresent the Data & AI Specialist discipline in enterprise working groups or cross-functional design sessions, ensuring quality and consistency of data and AI outputsOther duties as required or assignedSkillsBachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; advanced degree preferred6+ years of progressive experience in data, analytics, AI, or governance disciplines with demonstrated leadership in framework development or cross-domain coordinationAdvanced knowledge of data and insight frameworks used to ensure consistency, quality, and explainability across analytics and AIProven ability to lead complex analytical or governance initiatives spanning multiple domainsDeep understanding of metadata, lineage, validation, and data stewardship principlesStrong analytical, organizational, and diagnostic skills for assessing complex systems and identifying improvementsEffective communicator capable of influencing technical and non-technical stakeholdersDemonstrated leadership in mentoring, coordination, and continuous improvement of data and analytical practicesExperience establishing or refining data and insight standards, templates, or accelerators for enterprise useFamiliarity with responsible AI, data ethics, or regulatory compliance in analyticsPrior experience coordinating data or AI initiatives involving multiple product or engineering teamsExperience leading agile or cross-functional data delivery teamsBenefitsHealth, dental, and vision plansHealth savings accountsWellness programsFlexible spending accounts401K retirement plan with employer matchLife insuranceShort and long term disability insurancePaid time offBack-up careAdoption assistanceSurrogacy assistanceReimbursement of education expensesPublic Service Loan Forgiveness eligibilityRailroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefitsRail pass privilegesShort-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the positionDepending on an employees assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employees base salaryCompany OverviewAmtrak is a provider of intercity passenger rail services across the country, connecting major cities and regions. It was founded in 1971, and is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.amtrak.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipAmtrak has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 12 in 2026, 57 in 2025, 40 in 2024, 50 in 2023, 52 in 2022, 42 in 2021, 34 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.