Job Description:
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical fieldsuch as Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field required.
- MBA or other related advanced degreegiven preference.
- Minimum of 5 years of broad, hands-on Cognos BI experience required
Essential Skills and Knowledge:
- Must be able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the Cognos 10.2 suite oftools and Studios, including, but not limited to:
- Framework Manager must know how to create relational models using bestpractices; DMR experience required
- Report Studio this includes creating new reports, maintaining existing reportsand troubleshooting performance and design-related issues
- Transformer create new models and cubes using a variety of data sourcesavailable in Cognos 10
- Strong SQL skills are required for development of custom SQL and reportingviews
- Good verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills andattention to detail are essential
- Strong presentation and mentoring skills are required to offer effectivedemonstrations and lead end-users through classroom instruction
- Must be able to work independently and manage one’s time effectively
Major Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Interact with business unit users for requirement gathering and developmentprocess
- Use Cognos Framework Manager to build models, packages and publish packages
- Use Cognos Report Studio to develop standard and complex reports
- Use Cognos Transformer to create cubes based on business requirements andcreate the related drill-through reports
- Mentor other developers for support of newly created reports
- Create technical specifications and documentation
- Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively in English; may be required tomake presentations to end-users at all levels within the business
- Must be flexible to occasionally work after normal business hours forsupporting the application