BI Developer

 Interview: Phone and skype

Need someone who can relocate immediately to Atlanta

Description:

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
·         Define the current business intelligence activities for the development of existing and future reporting procedures and models by charting existing processes.
·         In conjunction with data owners and business units, develop models, procedures, and protocols for business intelligence in concert with company goals.
·         Research, review, and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of existing BI procedures and develop strategies for enhancing or further leveraging these processes.
·         Develop routines and procedures for end-users to facilitate best practices use of BI tools and applications.
·         Communicate data structure changes, enhancements, and modifications verbally or through written documentation so that issues and solutions are understood.
·         Perform cost-benefit and return on investment analyses for proposed changes to aid management in making implementation decisions.
·         Meet with decision makers, systems owners, and end users to define data requirements and goals.
·         Create prototype BI models, specifications, diagrams, and charts to provide direction to system programmers.
·         Work with other development staff to coordinate the creation and management of data structures.
·         Prepare and deliver reports, recommendations, or alternatives for improving processes in BI applications across the organization.
·         Advise department and line managers regarding appropriate, effective, and efficient use of organizational BI capabilities and functions.
·         Liaise with various business groups in the organization to facilitate implementation of new or improved BI processes.
·         Oversee the implementation of BI structures in regards to technical changes and change management.
·         Coordinate and perform in-depth tests, including end-user reviews, for modified and new processes, and other post-implementation support.
·         Conduct research and make recommendations on BI tools, services, protocols, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts.
 
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Education/Experience
·         Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Computer related discipline, or equivalent experience required
Work Requirements
·         5+ year's experience Business Intelligence and Reporting development experience
·         5+ year's experience Enterprise BI/Visualization tools (Tableau, Business Objects, Cognos, etc)
·         5+ year's experience of software development lifecycle, deployment, and maintenance
Knowledge/Skill Requirements
·         Excellent verbal, written and analytical skills with the ability to actively listen and effectively understand concerns
·         Excellent customer service skills combined with the ability to solve problems
·         Attention to detail and strong analytical skills
·         Ability to multi-task, prioritize issues and monitor progress.
·         Ability to work in a team environment.
·         Experience with MS Business Intelligence Development Studio
·         Experience with MS Team Foundation Server
·         Experience with Tableau a plus
·         Experience with Qlik a plus
·         Experience with MS Reporting Services and/or Analytic Services a plus
 
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
?  Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person
?  Able to utilize a computer for word processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
?   May require sitting for extended periods of time
 
Work Environment
?  Usually, normal office working conditions.  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet
?  The position will require travel 0-15%
?  The position may require work outside of normal business hours
 
The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.