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Ab Initio Developer w / Cognos & Teradata

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Ab Initio Developer w/Cognos & Teradata position opening for Travelers Insurance Company -3 locations!

Mid-level and Senior/Lead positions in THREE locations now:
--St Paul, Minnesota
--Hartford, Connecticut
--Hunt Valley near Baltimore, Maryland

SUMMARY:

Requires ETL development experience with Ab Initio

Under general supervision completes advanced programming/analysis tasks, including estimating design, analysis, coding, testing, debugging, documentation, implementation of programs and production support.  Supports team effort through sharing of technical knowledge.  Main area of responsibility will be to develop ETL jobs to support the Project and Resource Management Datamart.  As need arises, will also assist in providing software package configuration changes to the HP Project and Portfolio
Management (PPM Software Packages).  

PRIMARY DUTIES:
Proficient in advanced programming skills and competent in analysis and problem solving Effectively handles multiple tasks and can fully evaluate and estimate new tasks Places emphasis on the business partner Solid experience and proficiency with SQL Proficient understanding or ORACLE, 10g, and database concepts Demonstrated knowledge of data warehousing concepts and competency in designing and developing ETL processes utilizing Ab Initio Efficiently handles multiple tasks and can evaluate and estimate new tasks


Additional Desirable skills:
COGNOS 8.x
Development experience- COGNOS framework manager COGNOS 8.x reporting tools experience (e.g., query and report studio)

LEAD POSITION SUMMARY:
Provide technical expertise to 6-8 developers writing Ab Initio graphs updating Teradata databases.  Experience with Ab Initio Continuous Flows for real-time update a plus.  Ability to plan at an operational level and manage the effective use of employee and consultant resources to implement multiple projects

PRIMARY DUTIES:
Provide Ab Initio design expertise to development team Coach and mentor developers Transform business specifications into cost-effective information systems applications Prioritizes work within established budget objectives Provides the project manager/supervisor with timely and accurate information regarding the performance of the assigned projects) Builds and leverages effective alliances across the technical and business community ensuring the best utilization of resources

OTHER:
Technical Knowledge
Has master level knowledge of Ab Initio (minimum of 5 years), and working knowledge of Teradata.  Has the ability to develop a thorough understanding of the Claim business units that assigned projects are supporting.  Able to use the understanding of the business and systems environment to develop appropriate and timely solutions. Has conceptual knowledge of varying technologies and the ability to make decisions based on that knowledge.

Business Knowledge & Partnership
Creates an atmosphere where business partner’s issues are dealt with professionally, and in a timely manner.  Suggests solutions that make sense and optimize the value of assigned projects. Communicates openly and effectively in a manner consistent with the audience. Recognizes the importance of superior quality in providing a competitive edge.  Ensures that reports are precise, timely and accurate

Problem Solving & Decision Making
Demonstrates sound analytic and diagnostic skills dealing with issues that are loosely defined and/or where information is available but must be further manipulated. Once decisions are made, is able to follow and direct action to implement intended results. Breaks a problem down to manageable pieces and implements effective, timely solutions. Openly and directly confronts conflict until resolved

Team Orientation
Builds relationships with peers and other departments to achieve objectives, to work as one team and to secure necessary resources not under his/her personal control.  Balances team and individual responsibilities.  Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views.  Gives and welcomes feedback.  Puts success of team above own interest

Leadership
Supports a distinct business unit or several smaller functions. Responsibilities are assigned with some latitude for setting priorities and decision-making using established policies and procedures. Results are reviewed with next level manager for clarification and direction before proceeding

Planning and Project Management
Works with the project manager/manager in identifying those project tasks that are most important, establishes clear priorities and understands the larger picture.  Anticipates and effectively responds to changes in workload and resources

Financial Awareness
Understands, has input to the budget process, and shares responsibility for cost-effective expense control of assigned projects.  Is responsible for important and confidential information


Insurance background or experience a HUGE plus.

Contact information

Apply Online at TheLadders.com