IBM - Chicago, IL
posted about 1 month ago
The BI Developer position is a critical role within our organization, focusing on the development and implementation of Business Intelligence solutions using IBM Cognos Analytics. The successful candidate will be responsible for hands-on development and support of Cognos reports and dashboards, ensuring that the data presented is accurate, timely, and relevant to the business needs. This role requires a deep understanding of Cognos Framework Manager, where the developer will create and manage metadata models, ensuring that they are optimized for performance and usability. In addition to Cognos, the BI Developer will also be expected to have a strong command of SQL, as this will be essential for querying databases and ensuring that the data being reported is correct. The role involves end-to-end implementation of data warehouse and business intelligence projects, which includes gathering requirements, designing solutions, developing reports, and supporting deployment activities. The developer will work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into technical specifications. The position also requires the ability to work independently and proactively, addressing project requirements and articulating any issues or challenges that may arise during the project lifecycle. The BI Developer will be responsible for preparing various deliverables, including high-level and detailed BI design documents, release notes, unit test cases, deployment guides, and requirement traceability matrices. Quality assurance is paramount, and the developer will ensure that all code developed meets the required standards and undergoes thorough reviews before deployment.