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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Migration Lead - **Company:** Data Idols - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £117,000.0 - £143,000.0 - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Airflow, Data Analysis, Data Architecture, Data Infrastructure, Data Transformation, Data Migration, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Power BI, Data Streaming, Tableau (Software), Technical Data Management Systems, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Data Lineage, Data Analytics, Data Pipelines - **Published:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.tiptopjob.com/search/jobs/133084785_-data-migration-lead-london-uk-united-kingdom-_job.asp ## About the Role Proven experience as a Migration Lead within data-focused environments Strong understanding of data architecture, data lineage and reporting ecosystems Experience documenting complex data flows and business processes Ability to work with technical teams to understand data pipelines and transformation logic Strong stakeholder management and requirements gathering experience Experience working with cloud-based data platforms Excellent documentation and communication skills Experience with Tableau and Power BI environments Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Familiarity with PostgreSQL, Python and Apache Airflow Experience within digital media, publishing, advertising technology or affiliate commerce environments Understanding of programmatic advertising and revenue reporting models Previous experience supporting data migration or modernisation programmes ## Description Data Migration Lead Contract: 450- 550 per day Location: London, 1 day per week We are currently looking for a Senior Business Data Migration Lead (Data Architecture & Discovery) to join a, data-driven team on an initial 3-month contract focused on a critical discovery phase project. Reporting into senior business stakeholders, this person will play a key role in helping the organisation understand, document and future-proof a complex reporting and data infrastructure environment. The successful candidate will act as the bridge between commercial teams and technical data specialists, helping to untangle legacy data processes and define the roadmap for a future-state architecture. This is an ideal opportunity for a Migration Lead who enjoys working at the intersection of business, data and technology, combining stakeholder engagement with hands-on analysis of data pipelines, reporting systems and transformation logic. The Opportunity This assignment focuses on documenting the current data landscape, understanding business requirements and producing a clear blueprint for future delivery. Key responsibilities include: Mapping and documenting the current data architecture and reporting ecosystem Analysing existing Python and Apache Airflow data pipelines Tracing data flows from multiple partner data sources through Google Cloud environments into reporting platforms Reviewing and documenting transformation logic within PostgreSQL Working closely with commercial stakeholders to gather and define business requirements Assessing and rationalising complex taxonomy and mapping structures across multiple reporting domains Conducting audits of existing reporting logic and identifying gaps, risks and dependencies Producing clear technical and business documentation to support future migration and delivery activity Helping define the target-state architecture and delivery roadmap This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on a high-profile data transformation programme, providing clarity and direction for future implementation phases. What's in it for you? Competitive day rate Hybrid working arrangement High-impact discovery and transformation project Opportunity to work across business and technical teams Exposure to complex cloud-based data architecture environments Autonomous role with significant stakeholder exposure Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Migration Lead within data-focused environments Strong understanding of data architecture, data lineage and reporting ecosystems Experience documenting complex data flows and business processes Ability to work with technical teams to understand data pipelines and transformation logic Strong stakeholder management and requirements gathering experience Experience working with cloud-based data platforms Excellent documentation and communication skills Experience with Tableau and Power BI environments Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Familiarity with PostgreSQL, Python and Apache Airflow Experience within digital media, publishing, advertising technology or affiliate commerce environments Understanding of programmatic advertising and revenue reporting models Previous experience supporting data migration or modernisation programmes If you would like to be considered for the role and feel you would be an ideal fit, please apply with your latest CV. ## Related Videos - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [AWS Migration within 3 months](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/196-aws-migration-within-3-months) - [Optimizing Discovery: PostgreSQL's Role in Transforming GetYourGuide's Search](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1647-optimizing-discovery-postgresql-s-role-in-transforming-getyourguide-s-search) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Enjoying SQL data pipelines with dbt](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/823-enjoying-sql-data-pipelines-with-dbt) - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift)