Principal Data Migration Specialist

3 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States TEKRRA1 Full time
Job Summary

TEKRRA1 seeks a seasoned Principal Data Migration Specialist to lead the architectural design and technical strategy for the migration of Teradata workloads to the target environment. This critical role requires extensive expertise in enterprise architecture, data migration strategies, and cloud-based solutions.

About the Role

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in solution architecture, with a focus on data migration and enterprise infrastructure. Expertise in Teradata technologies (v14.1 or higher) and migration strategies is essential, along with proficiency in cloud-native solutions, object storage, and modern compute platforms.

Main Responsibilities
  1. Lead the architectural design and technical strategy for the migration of Teradata workloads to the target environment.
  2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess current infrastructure, identify gaps, and propose optimized solutions.
  3. Develop detailed migration blueprints, including data flow diagrams, system architecture, and integration points.
  4. Ensure compliance with regulatory and security standards throughout the migration process.
  5. Provide technical leadership for SQL query optimization, schema refactoring, and workload validation on the target platform.
  6. Drive performance benchmarking and capacity planning for the new infrastructure.
Requirements
  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
  • Strong knowledge of ETL processes, SQL query optimization, and data integration frameworks.
  • Experience with interfacing systems such as Hadoop, Tableau, SAS, and Talend.
  • Solid understanding of regulatory compliance and data security standards.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Certifications in cloud platforms or database technologies.
  • Familiarity with performance tuning tools and automated migration utilities.
  • Experience in agile project environments and DevOps methodologies.
Compensation Package

We offer an estimated annual salary of $180,000 to $220,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Additionally, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.



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