SQL Data Migration Specialist

Insight Global; United States; Remote; USD 89,544 - 96,432; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Principal Data Migration contractor to lead the analysis and documentation of a legacy data solution for migration to a modern platform. The ideal candidate has strong skills in Dynamic SQL and significant experience in documenting data flows. This role is crucial for understanding current data interactions and planning modularization. Competitive hourly pay is available based on experience. Remote work options may be considered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in documenting complex data flows.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and document the legacy data solution.
• Develop documentation on how Dynamic SQL queries operate.
• Create data flow diagrams to support migration planning.

Skills

Dynamic SQL

Data flow documentation

Impact analysis

Query optimization

Communication skills

Job description

This range is provided by Insight Global. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$65.00/yr - $70.00/yr

We are not accepting C2C candidates at this time.

Pay is up to $65-70 an hour contingent on relevant experience.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Principal Data Migration contractor to lead the documentation and analysis of a legacy data solution as part of a strategic migration to a modern data platform. This role will focus on understanding and mapping current data flows, identifying dependencies, and supporting the planning of modularizing the solution into distinct, manageable components. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in Dynamic SQL, data flow documentation, and impact analysis.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyze and document the current legacy data solution, focusing on how data moves, transforms, and integrates across the system
• Develop and maintain documentation on how Dynamic SQL queries extract, validate, and trace data across the legacy environment
• Create comprehensive data flow diagrams and documentation to support migration and modularization planning
• Identify and assess the impact of splitting the solution into multiple components, including technical dependencies and business implications
• Collaborate with data engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to ensure accurate understanding of current-state architecture
• Provide recommendations for sequencing, risk mitigation, and transition planning
• Support the creation of migration playbooks and technical documentation for future-state implementation

Job Requirements

• Advanced proficiency in Dynamic SQL and query optimization
• 10+ year of relevant experience
• Proven experience in documenting complex data flows, including transformation logic and system interactions
• Strong ability to perform impact analysis on architectural changes, especially in modularization or phased migration contexts
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to translate technical findings for diverse audiences
• Experience working independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Technology, Information and Media, Information Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting