Data Migration Specialist (System Migration)

Job Overview:

The client is undergoing a major system transformation, replacing its existing member registry platform with a new solution. This transition involves migrating historically accumulated data, managing system dependencies, and ensuring seamless integration with connected systems.

In parallel, a structured and controlled decommissioning of the legacy system is required, including proper handling of historical data, compliance with regulatory requirements, and secure archiving.

The Data Migration Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring data integrity, continuity of business operations, and a smooth transition to the new system while maintaining compliance with data protection and security standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze and document existing data structures, system dependencies, and integration points.
• Perform data cleansing, validation, and standardization to ensure high data quality prior to migration.
• Define and implement data mapping between legacy and target systems in collaboration with the client.
• Plan and execute test migrations, validating outcomes and ensuring accuracy with stakeholders.
• Lead the full-scale data migration process, including planning downtime, rollback strategies, and risk mitigation.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and relevant data protection regulations throughout the migration lifecycle.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive decommissioning strategy for the legacy system.
• Coordinate system shutdown activities, including infrastructure dismantling in collaboration with service providers.
• Identify, migrate, or securely dispose of backups and data stored across internal and external environments.
• Transfer all relevant source code, system configurations, and documentation to the client.
• Provide continuous documentation, reporting, and knowledge transfer throughout the assignment.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to manage dependencies and ensure successful delivery.

Deliverables:

• Current system assessment and data mapping documentation
• Test migration plans, execution reports, and validation results
• Production migration and deployment plan
• Decommissioning and archiving strategy
• Complete handover of source code, configurations, and technical documentation
• Final project report with outcomes and recommendations

Required Skills:

• Strong experience with FrontBase databases
• Proficiency in Swift development
• Experience working with Mac-based environments and hardware
• Solid understanding of GDPR and data protection compliance
• Familiarity with ISO 27001 information security standards

Experience:

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in system development, maintenance, and data migration
• Proven expertise in handling complex system transitions and decommissioning projects
• Experience within rental or housing sector systems and workflows is highly desirable

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Language Requirements:

• Swedish – Proficient

Additional Requirements: