SAP Datasphere Architect / Data Migration Architect
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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).
SAP Datasphere Architect
SAP Data Migration Architect
About the Role
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.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy and Planning:
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.
Execution and Oversight:
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.
Data Quality and Governance:
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.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
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.
Risk and Issue Management:
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.
Cutover Management:
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.
Required Qualifications
Experience:
A minimum of 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.
Technical Skills:
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.
Functional Knowledge:
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.
Leadership and Communication:
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.
Education: A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. SAP certifications are highly desirable.
Minimum / Required Qualification:
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
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About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.
Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us.
NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.
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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).
SAP Datasphere Architect
SAP Data Migration Architect
About the Role
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.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy and Planning:
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.
Execution and Oversight:
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.
Data Quality and Governance:
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.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
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.
Risk and Issue Management:
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.
Cutover Management:
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.
Required Qualifications
Experience:
A minimum of 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.
Technical Skills:
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.
Functional Knowledge:
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.
Leadership and Communication:
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.
Education: A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. SAP certifications are highly desirable.
Minimum / Required Qualification:
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
#LI-NorthAmerica
About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.
Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us.
NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.
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