Backend Engineer – Data Access

Introduction

IBM Cognos Analytics is a comprehensive Business Intelligence platform that transforms raw data into actionable insights through advanced reporting, AI-powered analytics, and interactive visualizations. Designed to cater to organizations of all sizes, it offers high-quality, scalable reporting capabilities, enabling users to create and share customized reports efficiently. The platform's intuitive interface allows for seamless exploration of data, uncovering hidden trends and facilitating informed decision-making without the need for advanced technical skills. With robust governance and security features, IBM Cognos Analytics ensures data integrity and confidentiality, making it a trusted solution for businesses aiming to harness the full potential of their data.

Your Role And Responsibilities

Work alongside our multidisciplinary team of developers and designers to create the next generation of enterprise software

• Support the entire application lifecycle (concept, design, develop, test, release, and support)
• Special interest in SQL/Query and/or MDX/XMLA/OLAP data sources
• Responsible for end-to-end product development of Java-based services
• Work with other developers to implement best practices, introduce new tools, and improve processes
• Stay up to date with new technology trends
  
  

Preferred Education

Master's Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• 6+ years of software development in a professional environment
• Proficiency in Java
• Knowledge and experience in relational database, OLAP and/or query planning is a plus
• Knowledge and experience creating applications on cloud platforms (Kubernetes, RedHat OCP)
• Exposure to agile development, continuous integration, continuous development environment (CI/CD) with tools such as: GitHub, JIRA, Jenkins, etc.
• Other Tools: ssh clients, docker
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and devise solutions
• Ability to work independently in a large matrix environment
  
  

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

• The position requires a back-end developer with strong Java skills
• Experience integrating applications with relational databases and/or OLAP data sources would be an asset
• Strong working knowledge of SQL and/or MDX/XMLA would also be an asset
• Ability to adapt to and learn new technologies
• Exposure to the Business Intelligence domain would be an advantage