Programmer Analyst Sr Professional- Cognos Developer Job in Bloomington, Illinois US

Essential Job Functions

Codes, tests, debugs, implements, and documents moderately complex programs. Creates appropriate documentation in work assignments such as program code, and technical documentation.
Designs systems and programs to meet complex business needs. Prepares detailed specifications from which programs are developed and coded. Ensures programs meet standards and technical specifications; performs technical analysis and component delivery.
Gathers information from existing systems, analyzes program and time requirements. Assists project manager in preparing time estimates and justification for assigned tasks.
Designs programs for projects or enhancements to existing programs.
Writes specifications for programs of low to moderate complexity.
Assists support and/or project personnel in resolving moderately complex program problems. Works with client and management to resolve issues and validate programming requirements within their areas of responsibility. Provides technical advice on complex programming.
Develops test plans to verify logic of new or modified programs.
Conducts quality assurance activities such as peer reviews.
Creates appropriate documentation in work assignments such as program code, and technical documentation.
Remains abreast of industry technical trends and new development to maintain current skills and remain current with industry standards.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or related field preferred
Six or more years of programming or testing experience
Three or more years of experience in Cognos and Informatica power centre 7.x
Experience working with appropriate programming languages, operating systems and software
Experience working with relational databases to facilitate programming software

Other Qualifications

Programming skills
Knowledge of Business Objects
Understand the design and work independently to change the design into code.
Good personal computer and business solutions software skills
Analytical and problem solving skills for design, creation and testing of programs
Ability to work as part of team and independently
Interpersonal skills to interact with team members
Communication skills to work effectively with team members, support personnel, and clients
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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