Lead Cognos Developer

Position : Lead Cognos Developer

Location: Rosemont, Illinois

Duration: 6 months plus extensions

Interview: face to face- MUST be local

Required Skills and Experience:

4 year degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or in a related discipline

6 to 8 years of relevant work experience, particularly as a software programmer or business analyst

At least 3 years of BI application development experience

At least 2 years Cognos experience, with excellent Cognos development skills, specifically around Framework Manager, Report Studio, Transformer

Excellent SQL skills

Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Strong presentation skills including the ability to interact with top-level business leaders

Must exemplify leadership and salesmanship qualities to promote BI solutions throughout the organization

Strong competence in gathering and documenting business requirements, defining optimal BI solutions to business problems

Strong understanding of SDLC best practices with an emphasis on DW/BI practices

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

This position must pass a post-offer background and drug test.