SharePoint Migration Architect / SharePoint Migration Specialist

Summary

We are seeking a SharePoint Migration Expert to lead the assessment, planning, and execution of a complex migration from SharePoint On‑Premises to SharePoint Online. This role requires deep SharePoint architectural knowledge, strong PowerShell scripting capabilities, and the ability to diagnose and resolve issues related to report migration, customizations, and content structure. The ideal candidate can build a migration blueprint, troubleshoot environment caveats, and collaborate directly with Microsoft as needed to ensure a seamless and efficient transition.

Key Responsibilities

Migration Strategy & Architecture

• Lead the migration from SharePoint On‑Premises (2013/2016) to SharePoint Online, ensuring minimal disruption.
• Assess the current on‑prem environment, including architecture, deprecated components, reporting systems, workflows, and integrations.
• Create detailed migration roadmaps and blueprints, including pre‑migration health checks and modernization strategies.
• Evaluate the impact of migrating reports and assess how report dependencies affect the toolset.

Technical Execution

• Use PowerShell scripting to extract, analyze, and report on content and structures—providing immediate visibility into migration readiness.
• Utilize tools such as ShareGate or Microsoft native migration solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve migration issues related to:
• Workflows (SharePoint Designer, InfoPath forms)
• Event receivers, timer jobs, event listeners
• Permissions, customizations, integrations, and content structures
• Provide guidance and research on complex caveats and architectural blockers, including conversations with Microsoft when necessary.

SharePoint Online Configuration

• Configure and optimize the SharePoint Online environment post-migration.
• Set up modern experiences including hubs, communication sites, site structures, and SPFx-based solutions (where needed).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure content governance, permissions, and architecture are aligned with organizational standards.

Documentation & Support

• Document migration processes, technical decisions, timelines, and remediation steps.
• Deliver knowledge transfer, user guidelines, and post‑migration support.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4+ years of SharePoint administration/consulting experience, with at least 2 years focused on migrations.
• Proven expertise in SharePoint architecture (on‑prem & Online).
• Strong knowledge of content management, permissions models, and site structures.
• Hands-on PowerShell scripting experience (mandatory).
• Experience with SharePoint migration tools (ShareGate, M365 native tools).
• Solid understanding of Microsoft 365 ecosystem (Teams, OneDrive, Power Platform).
• Ability to analyze environmental complexity, identify migration risks, and propose solutions.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred Technical Knowledge

• Experience designing, coding, and implementing scalable SharePoint applications.
• Proficiency in:
• C#, ASP.NET, .NET Frameworks
• JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, jQuery
• REST API, XML, Web Services
• SQL Server
• JSON & SPFx
• Understanding of Azure AD, Active Directory, SSO, MFA, and authentication models.
• Ability to manage performance bottlenecks and migration error resolution.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.