Data Migration Consultant (Junior)

Vito Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Vito Solutions in Durban is seeking a Junior Data Migration Consultant Trainee to develop technical and functional skills in data migration and consulting. Over a 3-month training period, the trainee will proficiently learn SAP Data Services, SAP Migration Cockpit, and other ETL tools, with a strong emphasis on SQL proficiency.

The role involves participating in workshops, creating load files, validating data, and documenting requirements for builds, with potential project placement as

Qualifications

• Requires a BSc in Computer Science or related field.
• 1–2 years of SQL experience.
• Familiarity with ETL tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Participates in discussions and workshops.
• Develops documentation as requested.
• Executes test scripts and assists with testing as directed, applying critical thinking.
• Develops as per directions given, and provides support in documentation, knowledge transfer and testing.
• Creates load files, validates data, extracts, transforms and loads data.
• Prepares data files, loads data files and configures any portions of a solution as instructed.
• Interprets a Functional Spec document and can document a requirement in preparation for build.
• Interacts and communicates effectively with the customer, the project team, GlueData team and related teams.
• Gathers information and analyzes business information and data, drawing relevant conclusions.
• Demonstrates capability and produces work that is approved by GlueData management.
• Sets priorities appropriately, and ensures that work outputs are timely and of the highest quality.
• Learns and uses SAP Activate methodology or other project methodologies.
• Develops and displays conceptual knowledge of GlueData's solutions, services and products.
• Develops a clear understanding of SAP data quality and data management concepts.
• Analyzes data to determine data quality issues and suggests methods to improve data quality/ cleanse data.

Skills

SQL

Relational DB modelling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

BSc in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SAP Data Services

SAP Migration Cockpit

ETL tools

Job description

About the job Data Migration Consultant (Junior)

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Permanent

COMPANY:

Vito Solutions

CLIENT:

A specialist consultancy supporting global clients in unlocking the full potential of their SAP data.

LOCATION:

Durban

WORKING MODEL:

In office.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The role is for a Juniordata migration consultant Trainee. Theyare expected to develop technical and functionalskills in the area of Data Migration, as well as Consulting skills. Over a 3-monthtraining period, the Trainee Data Consultant is expected to become proficient inSAP Data Services, SAP Migration Cockpit and any other ETL Solution. Thereafterthe Trainee Data Consultant will be skilled and can be placed on a Project, only ifone becomes available and suitable to the Trainee Data Consultant. It is alsoexpected that the Trainee Data Consultant will display a high level of skill with SQL.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

• Participates in discussions and workshops.
• Develop documentation as requested.
• Executes test scripts and assists with testing as directed, applying critical thinking.
• Develops as per directions given, and provides support in documentation, knowledge transfer and testing.
• Creates load files, validates data, extracts, transforms and loads data.
• Prepares data files, loads data files and configures any portions of a solution as instructed.
• Interprets a Functional Spec document and can document a requirement in preparation for build.
• Interacts and communicates effectively with the customer, the project team, the GlueData team and any related teams, as necessary.
• Gather information and facts. Analyse business information and data, drawing relevant conclusions.
• Demonstrates capability and produces work that is approved by GlueData management.
• Sets priorities appropriately, and ensures that work outputs are timely and of the highest quality.
• Learns and uses the SAP Activate methodology and tools (or any other agreed project methodology and tools used on projects).
• Develops and displays conceptual knowledge of GlueData's solutions, services and products.
• Develops a clear understanding of SAP data quality and data management concepts.
• Is able to analyse data to determine data quality issues and suggest methods and rules to improve data quality / cleanse data

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Good knowledge of Relational Database modelling and SQL.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter and highly motivated
• Results-oriented with a commitment to objectives
• Enthusiastic and willing to learn
• Works as a good team player
• Applies logic / logical reasoning ability
• Strong analytical skills and highly observant
• Continually pays attention to detail
• Demonstrates strong service focus
• Prepared to walk the extra mile

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• BSc degree in Computer Science or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 1-2 years of working experience in SQL.

ADVANTAGEOUS SKILLS:

• Familiarity with SAP Data Services, SAP Migration Cockpit, or other ETL tools.
• Understanding of SAP data management and data quality principles.
• Exposure to the SAP Activate methodology or similar project frameworks.
• Experience with data analysis and cleansing techniques.