RQ08738 - Software Developer - Senior

Rubicon Path; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Toronto seeks a Senior Software Developer to design and develop BI solutions using Cognos Analytics and optimize data processes. Candidates must have in-depth experience with Cognos report development, SQL optimization, and cloud technologies. Strong communication skills and the ability to work within Agile teams are essential. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge and experience with Cognos report development and testing (5+ years).
• Experience in Oracle 19 or higher and Redshift with complex SQL queries.
• Proven critical thinking and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a detailed BI user requirement document.
• Design and build dimensional data models for Data Warehouse.
• Test and resolve BI reporting issues.

Skills

Cognos report development

SQL

Data Warehouse design

Power BI

Oracle 19

Redshift

Agile methodologies

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Cognos Analytics v12.x

Power Designer Tool

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

About the job RQ08738 - Software Developer - Senior

Responsibilities:

• Prepare a detailed BI user requirement document and applicable documentation.
• Prepare the database design/structure document based on the requirement
• Design and build the dimensional data model for Data Warehouse and Data Mart
• Convert the user requirements into business model for Cognos BI
• Convert the business model into Framework Manager Models
• Build the security model for the BI implementation
• Create metadata, user groups and folder structure for BI objects
• Create use cases for each of the requirement
• Design, build, test predefined reports
• Create reports using Cognos Analytics V12.x
• Test, Debug and resolve BI reporting issues
• Document test cases to ensure expected functionality test is completed
• Deploy reports using COGNOS Framework Manager
• Develop SQL, PLSQL and Redshift SQL process and procedures to implement complex logic
• Assist with SQL tuning and optimization activities related to the Cognos reports
• Help to optimize the SQL, PL/SQL and Redshift SQL process for optimal report performance
• Prepare scripts and documentation for the data preparation process and regular performance check & monitoring
• Support user testing and system implementation.
• Train SMEs or conduct demos on Ad hoc reporting
• Any other enhance requests and deliverables, such as Ontario Health region alignment in Cognos, as assigned by the Project/Resource Manager
• Knowledge transfer to HSC staff.

SkillsExperience and Skill Set Requirements

Public Sector Experience

• Experience with Public Sector processes around incident and change management. Knowledge of Public Sector Enterprise Architecture artifacts (or similar), processes and practices, and ability to produce technical documentation that comply with industry standard practices

5 points

Technical Skills

• Experience in designing and developing Data Marts or Data Warehouses on a wide-range of data repositories (relational and multi-dimensional data stores)
  • Experience in Framework Manager modelling, database design/data model design, point-in-time architecture, and dimensional model (5+ years)
  • Excellent requirements analysis skills
• Demonstrated experience in working with Power Designer Tool to design logical and physical models, generating scripts and applying model changes in various
• In-depth knowledge and experience with Cognos report development, testing and server management in Cognos Analytics and Administration v12.x
• Knowledge of Power BI and Tableau
• Knowledge of BI architecture patterns, best practices, processes, and artefacts
• Experience with Agile/scrum and waterfall methodologies, using tools such as JIRA and Confluence
• Cloud Experience (Azure, AWS)

40 points

Core Skills and Experience

• In-depth knowledge and experience with Cognos report development, testing in Cognos Analytics v12.x (5+ years)
  • Experience in overall administration, configuration, deployment, security, and maintenance for the Cognos environment
  • Experience in Oracle 19 or higher and Redshift including writing complex SQL queries and materialized views
  • Experience in Cognos and database performance and tuning skills
• Proven critical thinking, analytical and problem solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong communications skills to engage with all stakeholders.
  • Proven track record for building strong working relationships.
  • Excellent customer service skills, including tact and diplomacy to ensure client needs are managed effectively
• A motivated, flexible, creative team player with perseverance, excellent multi-tasking abilities and a proven track record for meeting strict deadlines.

50 points

5 points

MUST HAVES:

In-depth knowledge and experience with Cognos report development, testing and server management in Cognos Analytics and Administration v12.x

Experience in Oracle 19 or higher and Redshift including writing complex SQL queries and materialized views