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We are currently seeking a SAP Datasphere Architect / Data Migration Architect to join our team in Remote, Texas (US-TX), United States (US). We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled SAP Data Migration Architect / Lead to spearhead our data migration workstream for a large-scale, global SAP migration. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in leading complex data migrations, with a strong focus on SAP transformations and demonstrable success in managing full project lifecycles. This role requires a leader with deep technical and functional knowledge of SAP data who can drive the migration strategy, execution, and quality assurance while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Job Responsibility
Serve as the single point of accountability for all data migration-related decisions, strategy, and execution
Lead and define the overall data migration blueprint and strategy, ensuring it aligns with project timelines and business objectives
Develop and maintain comprehensive data migration plans, including detailed cutover runbooks, schedules, and rollback procedures
Lead the end-to-end data migration lifecycle: extraction, cleansing, transformation, validation, loading, and reconciliation
Oversee data mapping from legacy systems to the new SAP S/4HANA and ECC environment for both master and transactional data
Manage and provide guidance to a team of data migration specialists, functional consultants, and technical resources
Establish and enforce robust data governance policies and standards throughout the migration process
Drive data cleansing, profiling, and quality assurance activities to ensure data integrity and accuracy
Design and implement automated data validation tools and scripts to accelerate reconciliation
Work closely with business data owners, functional leads, and technical teams to gather requirements and resolve data discrepancies
Partner with SAP Security and GRC teams to define access controls and monitor segregation of duties (SoD) related to migration activities
Engage with internal and external audit teams to ensure all migration processes are compliant with standards like SOX and ITGC
Proactively identify, manage, and mitigate risks associated with data migration and escalate issues to project leadership as needed
Document all migration processes, issues, and resolutions for future reference and knowledge transfer
Lead cutover readiness reviews and rehearsals to ensure a smooth transition to the new system with minimal business disruption
Manage post-go-live hypercare activities to address any data-related issues
Requirements
15+ years of SAP experience
10+ years of strong Data Migration experience
7+ years of Data structure and methodology experience
5+ years of ETL, Data warehousing, Data Goverance and data quality experience
Minimum 15 years of overall SAP experience, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in a leadership role on large-scale SAP data migration projects
Minimum 10+ years of expertise in SAP S/4HANA and ECC data structures and migration methodologies for both brownfield and greenfield implementations
Minimum 7-8+ years of deep, hands-on experience with SAP data migration tools, including Migration Cockpit, SAP Data Services (BODS), and LSMW
Strong proficiency in ETL processes, data warehousing, and advanced SQL querying
Minimum 7-8+ years of familiarity with data governance and data quality tools like Syniti is a plus
Minimum 10+ years of in-depth understanding of SAP modules and their underlying data structures (e.g., Finance (FI/CO), Sales and Distribution (SD), Materials Management (MM), Production Planning (PP))
Minimum 7-8+ years of experience with all stages of the data migration lifecycle, including blueprinting, testing, and validation
Proven leadership ability to coordinate and influence cross-functional teams and external partners
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
SAP certifications are highly desirable
Nice to have
Familiarity with data governance and data quality tools like Syniti