Position Title: Data Migration Specialist - Dynamics 365
Location: Surrey (Hybrid)
Type: Contract
Reports To: Project Manager
**About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Data Migration Specialist to join our team for a critical project involving the migration to Microsoft Dynamics 365. This role requires expertise in handling complex and large-scale data sets. You will be responsible for the execution of the data migration process, ensuring that all data is accurately and efficiently transferred to the new business application, while adhering to project timelines and quality standards.
**Key Responsibilities:
- Data Migration Execution: Lead the end-to-end execution of the data migration process from legacy systems to Dynamics 365, following the pre-defined architecture and migration strategy.
- Data Assessment: Analyse existing data structures, understand the complexities of the legacy systems, and identify potential issues with data integrity, replications, inconsistencies, and redundancies.
- Data Cleansing: Perform data cleansing to eliminate irrelevant, obsolete, or redundant information, and ensure the data is accurate, complete, and consistent.
- Data Transformation: Map and transform data from legacy formats to Dynamics 365 data models, ensuring alignment with the new system's requirements.
- Testing and Validation: Conduct rigorous data migration testing, including validation of data accuracy, integrity, and performance in the new environment. Work closely with business users to validate the migrated data.
- Issue Resolution: Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve any issues that arise during the migration process. Implement contingency plans as needed.
- Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of the migration process, including data mapping, transformation rules, and any customisations applied.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the project team, including developers, business analysts, and other stakeholders, to ensure smooth execution of the migration process.
- Continuous Improvement: Provide feedback and suggestions for improving data migration processes and tools, based on lessons learned during the project.
**Skills & Qualifications:
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Technical Expertise:
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Proven experience with data migration projects, particularly with large-scale and complex data sets.
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Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and familiarity with its data structures.
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Proficiency in data migration tools and technologies (e.g., SSIS, Azure Data Factory, KingswaySoft, Scribe).
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Knowledge of legacy systems and the challenges associated with migrating from highly customised environments.
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Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to navigate and resolve challenges posed by old and heavily customised systems, ensuring data integrity and successful migration.
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Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to data quality, ensuring that all data is accurately migrated and validated.
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Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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Project Management: Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
**Experience:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in data migration projects, with a focus on Dynamics 365.
- Experience working with legacy systems that involve significant customisations and workarounds.
- Proven track record of successfully executing data migrations to new business applications.