Cognos Developer [Consultant] Liquidnet
New York, NY

Job Description

Job Description

The ideal candidate will have a diverse background in reporting technologies and the architecture, design, development and optimization of complex reporting implementations. This professional will have a firm grasp of Data Warehouse architecture and the structure of multidimensional objects and will have had extensive experience working with application architects and database engineers to optimize application data access methods.

This role will work closely with the Oracle Data modeler to aid in the design process for proposed reporting solutions.

Responsibilities

* Independently perform development, testing, implementation, documentation and updating as it relates to Cognos software and system administration.
* Develop and maintain existing Cognos Reports and Dashboards using multiple tools including, but not limited to: Cognos Report Studio, SQL, Analysis and Active Reports.
* Leverage existing data sources, including PowerCubes and the Datamart.
* Manage multiple ad hoc requests within tight timeframes.
* Understand business processes, data requirements and data flows.
* Thoroughly understand technical reporting environment and business requirements.
* Design, code and implement the best solution for customer's needs.
* Ability to recommend alternative solution choices, determining trade-offs and impact analysis.
* Perform quality assurance and unit testing on deliverables and work products.
* Provide Technical documentation and training materials for End users.

Skills

* Bachelor's degree, or higher in Computer Science or related field.
* 5+ years of relevant experience.
* Excellent communication and ability to gather requirements, design and present great solutions, and anticipate future enhancement needs.
* A passionate interest in technology, and ability to make intelligent selections of components and platforms.
* Excellent communication skills and team orientation.