COGNOS DEVELOPER

COGNOS DEVELOPER
DC Metro

Combined business analysis and OLAP/Relational Database technical background

o The candidate will also potentially carry out development in a relational
database/data warehouse environment; therefore, he or she should have a
background in designing tables and views in relational databases and be able
to use PL/SQL proficiently. Knowledge of Oracle databases is a must.
A proven record of accomplishment and a minimum 8 years of workplace
experience.
Understanding of the development and documentation of user requirements.
Excellent understanding of the Cognos OLAP tool, particularly of Cognos
Series 7 and Cognos Series 8 (Framework Manager, Report Studio, Query
studio, Event Studio, Analysis Studio, and Connection).
In-depth theoretical understanding and practical expertise with regards to
data warehousing architecture and methodology
Min. 7 years of hands-on data warehousing expertise covering all aspects of
software project life-cycle, i.e. business and data modeling, data analysis,
system design, development, etc.
Experience in working with the large-scale (100+ entities) relational data
models
Thorough understanding of relational and dimensional data modeling
techniques
Min. 5 years of hands-on expertise with Oracle databases, especially 9i/10g
Strong knowledge of SQL, PL/SQL, performance tuning techniques for working
with the large volume tables
Familiarity with data modeling tolls such as ERWIN (3.5 and 4.1)
Familiarity with various process modeling techniques (activity hierarchy
diagrams, data flow diagrams, sequence diagrams, workflow diagrams, system
interface diagrams)
Excellent oral and written communication and facilitation skills

This position requires flexibility, creativity and initiative. Candidates
should be self-starters who enjoy working with an international team of
people. Candidates must be able to multi-task their workload assignments.
Candidates must be fluent in spoken and written English and be team players.