Technical Specialist

Job Summary

Job Description:

Design, develop and deliver data integration/data extraction solutions using IBM DataStage, Oracle, SQL Server and Data Warehouse platforms

Debug data quality issues by analyzing the up stream sources and provide guidance to data integration team resolutions.

Work closely with support teams for code migrations and production support -- Have a hands-on approach to solving problems; when required, be able to lead-by-example-type of person in developing snippets of the code that team can use and follow.

Have deep knowledge of data architectures, ODSs, Data warehouses and methodologies.

Maintain and constantly refine the Production failures and escalations; be able to capture, articulate and create knowledge base of Production ETL functioning and potential points of failures.

Have a thorough knowledge of working in Agile environments and adopt to multiple itineraries running in concurrency.

Directs system enhancements and projects through the SDLC life cycle, Agile methodologies, defining project objectives, aligning project resources to achieve goals and ensuring established timelines are met.

Drive the requirement gathering process for all system enhancements initiatives, establishes and enforces best practices for analysis.

Maintains an in-depth knowledge of business operations and understands the technical scope and objectives of each project.

Key Responsibilities

• 6-10 years of experience as an ETL developer.
• Mandatory: ETL, DataStage 8.x, DataStage 9.x, Unix, Datawarehouse, and SQL
• Senior level knowledge in Core Competencies: Hands-on development on Data stage as an ETL tool, ETL architecture, Datawarehouse development knowledge, Systems
• Analysis, Project Management, Information Technology/Software Development, Basic Technical Writing, Process Flow Documentation, Strong Communication Skills
• Knowledge of Finance industry – especially Banking industry is a plus.

Skill Requirements

• Strong track record of interviewing business partners, setting and managing expectations in relation to deliverables and requirements
• Solid understanding of Agile development methodologies and software project life cycle and associated methodologies.

Other Requirements

• Experience with standard systems analysis tools and procedures.
• Excellent problem solving skills and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to establish deep understanding of client's business issues.