Cognos Developer

Job Description: A Cognos BI & TM1 Admin involves installing, configuring, and maintaining IBM Cognos Analytics environments, including performing upgrades, managing security, and troubleshooting issues along with deep expertise in TM1/Planning Analytics, and strong domain knowledge in DCP (Data Control Platform), FSDM (Financial Services Data Model), and P&L Planning & Analysis. The role requires technical skills in Cognos administration, security implementation, and performance tuning, and the candidate must play a key role in designing and implementing financial planning solutions that support strategic decision‑making across the organization. Key responsibilities Installation and configuration: Install, configure, and administer IBM Cognos Analytics environments (Dispatchers, Gateways, Content Stores) and TM1 environments (Admin Server, TM1 Servers, Planning Analytics Workspace) across development, testing, and production. Design & develop TM1 models and cubes: Create and maintain TM1 models and cubes for financial planning, forecasting, and reporting. Upgrades and maintenance: Perform software upgrades, patch management, and regular maintenance to ensure system health. ETL and data integration: Develop and maintain ETL processes, data integrations, and automation scripts. Performance tuning: Monitor and optimize server performance and conduct regular maintenance to ensure system availability. P&L planning solutions: Implement and optimize P&L planning solutions using TM1 and Cognos BI. Security administration: Manage user and group security, including authentication, authorization, and integration with LDAP/Active Directory. Content and deployment management: Manage the content store, handle report deployment, bursting, and scheduling. Backup and recovery: Plan and execute backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures for Cognos content and configurations. Troubleshooting: Resolve technical issues related to Cognos applications, servers, and integrations. Documentation: Prepare and maintain technical documentation for specifications, configurations, data flows, migrations, user guides, and troubleshooting activities. Collaboration: Work with developers, business analysts, and other teams to support reporting needs and implement best practices. Stakeholder engagement: Collaborate with finance and business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into scalable BI solutions. Required skills and experience 5+ years of hands‑on experience with Cognos administration, including configuration, content store management, and dispatchers. Proficiency in Cognos BI tools (e.g., Framework Manager, Report Studio, Analysis Studio, Query Studio, Dashboards, Data Models) and Cognos TM1/Planning Analytics (TM1 Architect, Perspectives, Turbo Integrator, Cubes, Dimensions, Rules, Planning Analytics Workspace) and administration processes. Experience with security implementation (authentication, authorization, LDAP integration). Knowledge of Cognos logging, auditing, and performance tuning. Experience with database platforms like SQL Server or Oracle. Understanding of IT processes such as change management, problem resolution, and incident tracking. Proven ability to lead and manage larger teams in different GEO regions. Should have a clear understanding and working experience in SDLC, CI/CD, Agile & Sprint programs. Ability to coordinate with Application and Platform teams, Hyper‑Care support, performance optimization, unit test & integration test support. Mentor and support other colleagues and L2 team for L3 technical delivery. Managing services SLAs like availability (proactive monitoring) and incident resolutions as per SLAs. Strong client‑facing role at the customer location or remotely. Phone: #J-18808-Ljbffr