Definian
SeniorDataMigrationDeveloper-Workday
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“Senior Data Migration Developer - Workday at Definian. Skills: Workday Data Migration, SQL, Data Loading, Data Reconciliation. Take ownership of data requirements. Deliver technology solutions to clients”
What You'll Achieve.
Unlock full value of data; Navigate digital evolution; Build custom solutions; Guide through technology transformations; Cross the finish line on cutover weekend; Derive actionable insights, patterns, and outcomes from data; Ensure loaded data meets validation criteria; Address data-related challenges
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving skills; Analytical mindset; Derive actionable insights from data
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in Workday Data Migrations required., Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field., Experience loading data to Workday using standard tools such as EIB and Customer Central., Deep, hands-on expertise in Workday data migrations across the full conversion lifecycle — extraction, transformation, mapping, loading, and reconciliation., SQL proficiency including complex queries for data extraction, transformation, cleansing, and validation., Develop and maintain conversion mapping documents, data templates, and transformation logic aligned to client and project requirements., Participate in requirement gathering sessions, planning tasks and estimated delivery dates (project planning), and escalation management., Designing and developing custom solutions using multiple programming tools including SQL, Excel, VBA, and PowerShell., Ability to collaborate with stakeholders to understand data requirements and business objectives., Execute data quality checks and reconciliation activities to ensure loaded data meets validation criteria prior to go-live., Support cutover execution including mock migration runs and final data loads, escalating blockers to the Data Migration Manager as needed., Ensure compliance with data governance policies and procedures., Document data conversion methodologies, error logs, and reconciliation outcomes for reference and knowledge sharing., Work closely with cross-functional teams including legacy IT experts, business SMEs, and Workday functional consultants to address data-related challenges., analytical mindset and the ability to derive actionable insights from data., Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex information in a clear and concise manner., Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
What You'll Do.
Take ownership of data requirements
Deliver technology solutions to clients
Understand client data landscape
Advise on future-state data strategy
Design custom solutions
Develop custom solutions
Derive insights from data
Learn enterprise software products
Become subject matter expert
Stay up-to-date on industry news
Perform data reconciliation
Develop conversion mapping documents
Develop data templates
Develop transformation logic
Participate in requirement gathering
Estimate delivery dates
Execute data quality checks
Execute reconciliation activities
Support cutover execution
Perform mock migration runs
Perform final data loads
Ensure compliance with data governance
Document data conversion methodologies
Document reconciliation outcomes
Address data-related challenges
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with clients; Collaborate with stakeholders; Collaborate with cross-functional teams; Collaborate with legacy IT experts; Collaborate with business SMEs; Collaborate with Workday functional consultants; Work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills; Excellent presentation skills; Convey complex information clearly
Process & Methodology
Project planning, Estimate delivery dates
Full Job Description
Definian helps organizations define what’s next by unlocking the full value of their data. With expertise spanning data strategy, modernization, advanced analytics, and AI & automation, Definian equips leaders to navigate their digital evolution with clarity and precision. The Opportunity: Definian is hiring an experience Senior Data Migration Developer - Workday to join our growing offshore consulting team in India. In this role, you will work directly with clients to understand their business needs, solidify requirements, and become an expert with respect to their data. You will apply innovation, intelligence, and problem-solving skills to build custom solutions to their specific needs and guide them through large-scale technology transformations. You will benefit from mentorship and coaching from our industry experts. If you’ve spent years in the trenches of Workday data migrations — loading data, chasing reconciliation breaks, and crossing the finish line on cutover weekend — this role was built for you. You’ll join an established delivery team doing meaningful work for global clients, with a clear path to grow as Definian grows. Job Title : Senior Data Migration Developer - Workday Position Type : Full time Location : Hyderabad Office (Onsite) What You'll Be Doing: Taking direct ownership of mission critical data requirements in a fast paced, collaborative work environment Delivering technology solutions to clients across industries, such as Manufacturing & Distribution, Education & Government, Consumer & Industrial Products, and Life Sciences & Healthcare Working with clients to understand their current data landscape and advising on the strategy to align with their future-state data landscape Designing and developing custom solutions for clients using a variety of software and programming tools, including Definian’s proprietary software product (Applaud), Workday, SQL, PowerShell, Excel, and VBA Using quantitative methods to derive actionable insights, patter
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