Job Title: Cognos Developer Healthcare Analytics (Framework Manager)
Location Hybrid / Remote USA (Resource should not be from New Jersey or California)
JD Require COGNOS developer with framework manager experience. (Remote USA)
Congnos Developer:
Extensive experience in Cognos development
Healthcare background
Can produce data models
Extensive experience in Enhancement and project work
Cognos Development and Reporting:
Design, develop, enhance, and maintain IBM Cognos reports (Report Studio / Cognos Analytics) including:
Pixel-perfect reports
Dashboards and visualizations
Drill-through and parameterized reports
Create and optimize SQL queries to ensure efficient data retrieval and reporting performance.
Develop scheduled and on-demand reports and manage report bursting, distribution, and security.
Perform unit testing, defect fixing, and ongoing maintenance of existing Cognos reports.
Framework Manager & Data Modeling:
Design, develop, and maintain Framework Manager (FM) models including:
Importing and organizing metadata
Creating namespaces, query subjects, and relationships
Implementing determinants, hierarchies, and calculations
Build and manage Dimensional and Relational models aligned with business requirements.
Apply best practices for model performance, reusability, and scalability.
Handle model versioning, deployment, and promotion across environments.
Data Analysis & Business Collaboration:
Work closely with business users and stakeholders to gather, analyze, and translate reporting requirements into technical solutions.
Perform data validation and reconciliation to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Provide recommendations on reporting approaches, data structures, and performance optimization.
Support UAT activities and incorporate user feedback into final solutions.
Performance, Security & Governance:
Optimize Cognos reports and models for performance and scalability.
Implement row-level and object-level security within Cognos and Framework Manager.
Ensure compliance with data governance, privacy, and security standards (especially in regulated environments such as healthcare or finance).
Monitor and troubleshoot report failures, performance issues, and data discrepancies.
Support & Documentation:
Provide production support and resolve Cognos-related incidents and service requests.
Create and maintain technical documentation for reports, models, and processes.
Assist with Cognos upgrades, migrations, and enhancements.
Mentor junior developers and support knowledge transfer activities as needed.
Technical Skills:
5+ years of hands-on experience with IBM Cognos Analytics / Cognos BI
Strong expertise in Framework Manager (modeling, relationships, determinants, calculations)
Advanced SQL skills with experience in complex joins, subqueries, and performance tuning
Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, or Teradata
Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts (facts, dimensions, star/snowflake schemas)
Experience with report performance tuning and troubleshooting
Professional Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications:
Experience with Cognos Administration (security, scheduling, deployments)
Exposure to ETL tools or data integration platforms
Experience in healthcare, insurance, finance, or other regulated industries
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum delivery methodologies
Experience with other BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.) is a plus
Education
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
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