Technology Lead - Cognos DeveloperAt least 2 years of experience using IBM Cognos with proven experience in the following areas:Min. of 1.5 years of experience as a Senior Developer in all aspects of Cognos BI 8.2 onwards (Framework Manager, Report Studio, Query Studio, Deployment and Administration)Excellent SQL / Oracle skills as this forms the backbone of all the Cognos BI solutionsExperience of building relational and DMR based framework modelsIn depth experience in advanced reporting techniques (conditional blocks, master detail, slicers, prompt macros, conditional formatting)Deep knowledge of Web technologies like HTML, Style Sheets and JavaScriptExperience with reporting technologies like Business Objects would be valuableExperience with Autosys and Shell/PERL scripting and source code control tools such as Subversion would be an advantagePrevious exposure to complex environmentsStrong analytical, conceptual and client facing skillsIndependent working style and ability to manage delivery under pressureExcellent communication and co-ordination skillHands-on development mentality, with a willingness to troubleshoot and solve complex problemsAbility to work in team in diverse/ multiple stakeholder environmentExperience in Insurance domainStrong analytical skillsExperience and desire to work in a Global delivery environmentThe job entails sitting as well as working at a computer for extended periods of time. Should be able to communicate by telephone, email or face to face.
Travel may be required as per the job requirements.Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.At least 4 years of experience with Information Technology.At least 2 years of hands on experience in Design, Development & Build activities in Cognos Projects - MUST.At least 2 years of experience in Project life cycle activities on DW/BI development and maintenance projects.