MDG Data Engineer (SAP Master Data Governance)

GBS Chevron Global Business Services (GBS), located in Buenos Aires (Puerto Madero), Argentina, is accepting applications for the position of MDG Data Engineer (SAP Master Data Governance). Successful candidates will join the IT Organization, which is part of a multifunction service and technical center with a workforce of more than 1800 employees that deliver business services and solutions to the corporation across the globe.

The MDG Data Engineer is responsible for building, enhancing, and supporting SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) solutions to ensure high‑quality, compliant, and governed master data across the enterprise. This role works closely with business stakeholders, data stewards, functional teams, and integration partners to deliver end‑to‑end master data solutions across SAP S/4HANA and non‑SAP systems.

The role combines MDG configuration, data modeling, workflow, integration with strong collaboration across functional, technical, and governance teams.

Key Responsibilities

MDG Solution Design & Build

• Configure and enhance SAP MDG data models (e.g., Business Partner, Material, Finance, Asset / EAM objects), including custom extensions where required
• Implement MDG Central Governance processes, including:
  • Change Request (CR) types
  • Workflow design and approvals
  • Business rules and validations
• Configure Fiori and UI components (standard and extended) to support MDG processes

Data Integration & Replication

• Configure, and support MDG replication using DRF (Data Replication Framework)
• Implement replication to:
  • SAP S/4HANA instances (upstream/downstream, multi‑instance scenarios)
  • Non‑SAP systems and external platforms
• Implement replication filters and models to ensure correct organizational and system‑specific data distribution

Data Conversion & Migration

• Support initial data loads and ongoing data migration into MDG and S/4HANA
• Collaborate with Data Services / ETL teams to:
  • Ensure alignment between MDG staging, key mapping, and target systems

Data Quality & Governance

• Implement and enforce data quality rules, validations, and mandatory field logic
• Support data governance operating models by working with:
  • Data Stewards
  • Data Owners
  • Business Process Owners
• Troubleshoot and resolve MDG data quality, workflow, and replication issues

Environment & Release Support

• Support MDG activities across environments (DEV, TEST, UAT, PROD)
• Participate in:
  • Release planning
  • Cutover activities
  • Hypercare and post‑go‑live support
• Follow transport, documentation, and audit standards

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with:
  • Functional leads (FI, MM, SD, PM/EAM)
  • Basis and Security teams
  • Integration and Reporting teams
• Contribute to MDG playbooks, standards, and best practices
• Identify opportunities to improve performance, reusability, and process efficiency

Required Skills & Experience

Core Technical Skills

• Strong hands‑on experience with SAP Master Data Governance (MDG)
• Solid understanding of:
  • MDG data models
  • Change Request framework
  • Workflow configuration
  • Business rules and validations
• Experience with DRF replication and MDG integration patterns
• Working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA master data objects (BP, Material, Finance, EAM)

Data & Integration Skills

• Experience supporting data conversion or migration initiatives
• Familiarity with SAP Data Services (BODS) or similar ETL tools is a strong plus
• Understanding of key mapping, staging tables, and reconciliation concepts

Functional & Process Knowledge

• Good understanding of end‑to‑end business processes impacted by master data
• Ability to translate business requirements into MDG technical solutions

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Clear communication with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Ability to work in global, cross‑functional teams
• Strong ownership mindset and attention to detail

Nice to Have

• Experience in multi‑instance S/4HANA landscapes
• Exposure to Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) MDG extensions
• Prior experience in large SAP transformation or Digital Core programs
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks and operating models

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered

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