Teradata Consultant

IO Datasphere, Inc.; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

Michigan Department of Human and Health Services (DHHS) seeks a Teradata Consultant to support a Data Warehouse project with multiple applications. The role focuses on complex batch frameworks, ETL, data quality, security, and migrations to standardized frameworks.

The position is hybrid in Lansing, MI, with in-office days two per week. Relative experience with government IT environments is preferred; C2C rate depends on experience and eligibility.

Qualifications

• Experience with loading data from multiple source systems.
• Ability to guide development teams for troubleshooting and batch support.
• Prior government or State of Michigan experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex Common Batch Framework and Common Scheduler for reliable data access.
• Handle data warehouse change management, promotions of code and DDL; perform build engineer tasks.
• Oversight of Linux security model on DW ETL servers and data access controls.

Skills

Teradata

Data warehousing

ETL processes

Data security

Batch scheduling

Unix/Linux

Communication

Government experience

Job description

Client Name Michigan Department of Human and Health Services (DHHS)

Requisition 165997

Location Lansing, MI

Duration 1 years

Due Date 09/25/2026

C2C Possible Yes. Rate depends on experience

Interview Method 1st round will be webcam. 2nd Round will be in-person

NOTE: Open to candidates local to the Lansing, Michigan area or those willing to relocate from DAY ONE at their OWN EXPENSE (non-negotiable). Position will be hybrid, in office 2 days a week upon start. Wednesdays and Thursdays are required on-site days and cannot be altered.We can accept H1b, H4, TN and other valid work visas for IT. However we cannot accept OPT or CPT visas at this time.

Description:

Our client is looking for a Teradata Consultant to work on a Data Warehouse project, which consists of several applications.

Tasks

• Responsible for complex Common Batch Framework and Common Scheduler to ensure current and reliable data is available for critical business processes and decision making.
• Responsible for Data Warehouse change management infrastructure and all promotions of code and ddl; performing build engineer tasks for both manual and automated promotion processes.
• Responsibility for complex Linux security model on DW ETL servers. (Servers are administered by another group, but our team is responsible for the security structure and authorizes user access to the groups and sudos)
• Responsibility for Teradata security and access.
• Conduct data architecture reviews and audits to ensure alignment with enterprise standards
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of data architecture, processes, and solutions
• Responsible for providing support for escalated Data Warehouse issue troubleshooting and resolution.
• Evaluate and recommend new data technologies and tools to improve performance and scalability
• Ensure data quality, accuracy, and effective use of enterprise data assets
• Manage and support data integration processes, including ETL workflows across multiple systems
• Collaborate with external vendors and third-party service providers as needed
• Support patch management, system upgrades, and ongoing system maintenance
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot technical issues across data platforms
• Perform data profiling and implement data quality rules for assessment and validation
• Execute data cleansing and standardization using both built-in and custom data rules
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery and backup strategies for data systems
• Lead efforts to migrate data warehouse processes to standardized/common frameworks
• Conduct elevated access reviews and user audits to ensure compliance
• Identify and remediate audit findings related to data systems and security

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Strong communication skills in English with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Must be able to work independently when needed.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills, particularly in troubleshooting complex data and system issues
• Strong decision-making skills with the ability to determine appropriate solutions

Skills Required

• Experience supporting the loading of data from multiple source systems
• Ability to provide targeted training and technical guidance to development teams for troubleshooting and batch support
• Previous government experience or State of Michigan experience