Data Migration Test Engineer

Finding a job that fits your lifestyle shouldn’t be difficult. That’s where QIX Consulting comes in! We’re seeking a Data Migration Test Engineer to join our team at one of the largest organisations undertaking a significant data migration program. Take a closer look below and discover how this opportunity could be a perfect fit for you.
Why should you apply to be a Data Migration Test Engineer? Here are the details:Role: Data Migration Test AnalystRate: $600 - $750 per dayLocation: Melbourne, VICContract Duration: 9 months contractOpen Positions: 1Hours: AU Standard Office hoursWork Arrangement: Hybrid (3x in the office, 2 WFH)
What you’ll be doing:Develop and execute comprehensive data migration test plans, test cases, and test scripts.Contribute to the design, development, and continuous improvement of an automated data reconciliation framework.Define reconciliation rules, validation logic, comparison processes, and reporting requirements.Validate data migrated from Microsoft SQL Server to PostgreSQL using source-to-target mapping documentation.Perform row-count reconciliation, field-level validation, referential integrity checks, and exception analysis.Verify data type conversions, transformations, business rules, and default values.Conduct functional, system integration, regression, and performance testing associated with data migration.Identify, document, track, retest, and support defects through resolution.Develop and execute SQL queries across SQL Server and PostgreSQL to validate migration results.Collaborate with IICS developers, database administrators, business analysts, and business stakeholders to resolve data quality issues.Produce reconciliation reports and testing evidence to meet project governance and audit requirements.Support UAT through data validation and defect analysis.Participate in migration rehearsals, cutover activities, and post-migration verification.Ensure testing is completed in line with agreed project timelines, quality standards, and governance requirements.
What you’ll bring:Demonstrated experience testing data migration or ETL projects.Strong SQL skills with hands-on experience querying and validating Microsoft SQL Server data.Experience working with PostgreSQL databases.Experience with Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services (IICS) or comparable ETL/data integration technologies.Experience designing or contributing to automated data reconciliation and validation frameworks.Strong understanding of data validation, reconciliation, and data quality principles.Experience developing test plans, test cases, test scripts, and defect reports.Understanding of SDLC and established software testing methodologies.Experience with Jira, Azure DevOps, or comparable test and defect management tools.Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and business teams.
Highly regarded:Cloud-based data integration platform experience.Knowledge of database migration methodologies and best practices.Data migration performance testing experience.Understanding of data governance and data quality frameworks.Experience working within Agile delivery environments.Familiarity with data profiling and automated data comparison tools.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Data Migration Test Analyst who enjoys working hands-on with complex data, SQL, reconciliation, and migration assurance while collaborating across technical and business teams.
Apply today to explore whether this Melbourne contract opportunity is the right next step for you.
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