Data Migration Specialist - Salesforce

Sky Solutions LLC.

Tysons, VA, United States

about 1 month ago

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Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Experience level

Experienced

Experience required

3 years minimum

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

www.dice.com

Tech stack

Agile Methodology Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Big Data Cloud Computing Information Systems Customer Data Management Data Governance Data Integration Extract Transform Load (ETL) Data Mapping Data Transformation

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Data Migration Relational Databases Database Queries Python (Programming Language) Salesforce.Com Software Deployment SQL Server Integration Services System Integration Testing Talend Data Import/Export Scripting Google Cloud Informatica Powercenter Data Loader Information Technology Data Management Restful APIs Mulesoft

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Migration Specialist with hands-on experience in Salesforce to support enterprise data migration initiatives. The ideal candidate will have expertise in extracting, transforming, validating, and migrating large datasets into and out of Salesforce while ensuring data quality, integrity, and compliance. This role requires close collaboration with business stakeholders, Salesforce administrators, developers, and technical teams to deliver successful migration projects., * Plan, design, and execute end-to-end Salesforce data migration activities.

Analyze source and target data models to define migration strategies.
Extract, transform, cleanse, and load data using industry-standard ETL practices.
Work with Salesforce Data Loader, Data Import Wizard, Salesforce APIs, or other integration tools to develop and manage data migration workflows.
Perform data mapping, transformation, reconciliation, and validation activities.
Identify and resolve data quality issues before and after migration.
Collaborate with business users, Salesforce administrators, developers, and technical teams to understand data requirements.
Develop migration documentation, mapping specifications, and validation reports.
Support testing activities including System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and production deployment.
Monitor migration performance and troubleshoot issues during implementation.
Ensure Salesforce data integrity, security, and compliance with organizational standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in data migration, ETL, or data integration projects.
Hands-on experience with Salesforce data migration tools such as Data Loader, Data Import Wizard, Salesforce APIs, or ETL platforms (e.g., Informatica, MuleSoft, Talend, SSIS).
Strong SQL skills and experience working with relational databases.
Experience with ETL tools and data transformation processes.
Understanding of Salesforce data model, standard and custom objects, relationships, and data governance best practices.
Knowledge of data governance, data quality, and master data management principles.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Salesforce certifications such as Salesforce Administrator, Platform App Builder, or Salesforce Data Architect are a plus.
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Familiarity with Python or other scripting languages for data transformation and automation.
Experience with Agile methodologies.
Exposure to enterprise-scale Salesforce implementation or digital transformation projects.