SAP Data Migration Architect (US Citizens Only)

Cognitus; United States; Remote; USD 122,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognitus is seeking an SAP Data Migration Architect to manage end-to-end data migration processes. This role involves leading complex data conversion initiatives across various industries, leveraging extensive SAP experience, and ensuring successful project execution. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, technical proficiency in SAP systems, and excellent communication abilities.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 12+ years of SAP experience, including ECC and S/4HANA.
• Experience in leading data migration projects.
• Ability to manage teams and mentor junior consultants.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical execution using various tools for data migration.
• Coordinate master and transactional data migration activities.
• Collaborate with clients to ensure accurate requirements gathering.

Skills

Data Migration

Communication

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, or a related field

SAP certifications (S/4HANA, Activate)

Advanced credentials (PMP, MBA)

Tools

LSMW

Data Migration Cockpit

SQL

ASAP

SAP Activate

Job description

SAP Data Migration Architect (US Citizens Only)

SAP Data Migration Architect (US Citizens Only)

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Senior SAP Recruiter in Aerospace and Defense @ Cognitus | SAP Gold Partner

NOTE: Looking for a Strong SAP Data Migration Architect who can design, implement & manage end to end Data migration process.

Full lifecycle implementations (blueprint to go-live), upgrades, data migrations, and corporate acquisitions (with a strong data integration component).

Title: SAP Data Migration Architect

Travel Expectation: Up to 50% travel (not more).

Location Requirements: Remote

Our organization is a fast-growing (60% year-over-year for the past four years), product-led services firm that has developed SAP-certified solutions—sold and endorsed by SAP. We pride ourselves on our youthful energy and robust brand reputation among SAP and other top-tier technology partners. As we continue to expand, we’re seeking a Data Migration Architect/Lead who can guide complex data conversion initiatives for a variety of clients in industries such as fueling solutions, service, manufacturing, retail, life sciences, and the public sector.

In this role, you’ll leverage your 12+ years of SAP experience—including hands-on knowledge of SAP ECC and S/4HANA—to migrate data from legacy systems (Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, PeopleSoft, etc.) into new SAP environments. You’ll be at the forefront of orchestrating rollouts, global templates, mergers/acquisitions, and large-scale transformation projects. As the data migration lead, you will:

• Drive technical execution using LSMW, Data Migration Cockpit, SQL, and other tools.
• Coordinate both master and transactional data migration activities.
• Manage teams and mentor junior consultants, offering strategic direction and best practices.
• Collaborate heavily with clients, ensuring accurate requirements gathering, scope alignment, and risk mitigation.
• Assess resource loading based on data object complexity, providing realistic schedules and plans.

Desired Qualifications & Skills

• Technical Proficiency: Strong hands-on background in ECC and S/4HANA data migration, plus familiarity with leading migration utilities and frameworks (ASAP, SAP Activate, or hybrid).
• Leadership & Management: Proven ability to organize data conversion efforts, lead diverse teams (including offshore/distributed members), and provide clear communication to stakeholders at all levels.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication, conflict resolution, negotiation, and analytical thinking.
• Education & Certifications: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, or a related field required; SAP certifications (S/4HANA, Activate) or advanced credentials (PMP, MBA) are a plus.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Information Services

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