SAP Data Migration Architect

$116,100 - $183,500/Yr

Cognizant Technology Solutions - Plano, TX

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - Plano, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Cognizant's SAP practice is part of our Enterprise Platform Services (EPS) unit, where we help enterprises maximize business value in the digital economy. As an SAP Data Migration Architect, you will play a crucial role in driving digital acceleration for our clients, preparing them for the future of autonomous business by unlocking the value of digital with industry-specific outcomes. Our extensive service portfolio and business solutions empower clients to gain competitive leadership, discover new revenue streams, and achieve business agility while adhering to operational mandates of cost and efficiency. Cognizant is recognized as a Global Strategic Service Provider (GSSP) of SAP services, with a strong client base that includes 13% of Fortune 500 companies and several top-tier firms across various industries. In this role, you will be responsible for leading high-profile projects, ensuring seamless stakeholder management, and delivering successful programs. You will focus on developing and implementing data migration strategies to ensure smooth transitions and optimal performance. This position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to align data migration activities with overall project goals, conducting thorough assessments of existing data systems, and developing comprehensive migration plans. You will also ensure data integrity and quality throughout the migration process by implementing robust validation and testing procedures, while providing expert guidance on SAP data migration strategy based on best practices and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of data migration strategies for SAP S/4HANA projects.
• Oversee the entire data migration process, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and minimal disruption to business operations.
• Provide expert guidance on SAP data migration strategy, leveraging best practices and industry standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of data migration activities with overall project goals.
• Conduct thorough assessments of existing data systems and develop comprehensive migration plans.
• Ensure data integrity and quality throughout the migration process by implementing robust validation and testing procedures.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation of data migration processes, methodologies, and outcomes.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues related to data migration, providing timely solutions and recommendations.
• Support the finance and accounting teams by ensuring accurate and timely migration of financial data.
• Facilitate the order to cash order management process by ensuring seamless data transitions and system integrations.
• Enhance the procure to pay payroll process by optimizing data migration workflows and improving data accuracy.
• Provide training and support to team members and stakeholders on data migration best practices and tools.
• Monitor and report on the progress of data migration activities, ensuring timely completion and adherence to project timelines.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in data migration, particularly within SAP S/4HANA environments.
• Strong understanding of finance and accounting principles and processes.
• Expertise in order to cash order management and procure to pay payroll domains.
• Proven track record of successfully leading data migration projects in complex, large-scale environments.
• Proficiency in developing and implementing data migration strategies and methodologies.
• SAP Certified Technology Associate, Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP).

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan