Cognos Developer - Contract

Job Description:

Role: Cognos Developer

Location: Bangalore

• 6-8 yrs of Experience 
• Cognos developer with strong SQL

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.