Data Analyst -Cloud Migration

  • Chicago, IL
  • Posted 16 hours ago | Updated 16 hours ago

Overview

On Site
$60,000 - $80,000
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

AWS
AZURE
Python
SQL

Job Details

Position: Data Analyst

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Analyst with strong expertise in SQL, Python, and cloud technologies to support a strategic migration project from DB2 to a microservices-based architecture on AWS. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in analyzing source and target system mappings, ensuring data integrity, and enabling seamless transition to the cloud platform.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and document source-to-target mappingsbetween DB2 and AWS-based microservices.
  • Develop and execute SQL queries to extract, validate, and transform data from legacy systems.
  • Use Python for data manipulation, automation, and validation tasks.
  • Collaborate with data architects, engineers, and business stakeholders to understand data flows and dependencies.
  • Support the design and implementation of ETL pipelines and data migration strategies.
  • Perform data profiling, quality checks, and gap analysis to ensure completeness and accuracy.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation for data mappings, transformation logic, and migration processes.
  • Participate in UAT and post-migration validation efforts.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field.
  • 12+ years of experience in data analysis with strong proficiency in SQL and Python.
  • Hands-on experience with DB2 and AWS cloud services (e.g., S3, Lambda, RDS, Glue).
  • Familiarity with microservices architecture and RESTful APIs.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in data migration projects or legacy modernization.
  • Knowledge of data governance and metadata management.
  • Exposure to DevOps and CI/CD pipelines in cloud environments.
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