Data Analyst/SQL Developer

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Job Title: Data Analyst/SQL Developer

Location: Houston- Hybrid-3days/week

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Developing reports using SQL queries/logic to extract data from Oracle databases, using application tools like SQL developer

Developing reports using Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and supporting other analysts who use SQL Server Data Tools

Developing reports using Microsoft Power BI

Knowledge of development and running reports in PC SAS and Unix SAS environments desired.

Knowledge of automation tools like work soft, WinRunner would be an additional asset.

Participate in development and implementation of appropriate methods for monitoring, analyzing, and preparing data for management reports and statistics.

Helping to gather and/or clarify data and reporting requirements from business owners

Developing and maintaining database stored procedures

Assimilate information from various environments and develop queries or reporting solutions to fulfill business needs. Recognize data anomalies to analyze and troubleshoot to determine cause.

Utilize thorough knowledge of table structure and reporting environments to gather data to report metrics. Generate effective reports and manipulate data in reports to provide key metrics to business operations.

Demonstrate proficiency in external systems to diagnose and correct failures and errors from a reporting perspective.

Participate in developing and implementation of new processes and tools to streamline workflow.

Provide innovative solutions. Document and communicate technical data requirements for development of system queries and reports to support ongoing root cause analysis.

Prepares documentation on business and functional processes in support of reporting activities.

Interact and consult with other areas/departments regarding Reporting issues and activities.

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and/or work experience.

Experience:

At least 4-5 years' experience developing SQL code/logic in Oracle Databases

At least 2 years' experience in: Microsoft SQL Server (which uses the T-SQL ANSI/SQL development standards), SSRS (SQL Server Report Services), SSIS/DTS package development, Visual Studio, VisualBasic.net. Microsoft SSAS, cube development, and .NET experience is a plus.

At least 1 years of experience developing Microsoft PowerBI reports

2 years' experience in data mining, querying / accessing large data sets and developing key business reports and metrics.

Experience writing stored procedures, T-SQL, functions, and SQL queries. Experience utilizing report writing best practices (optimization, use of joins and sub-queries)

Experience with manual testing to include User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

Experience pulling data from Microsoft SQL Server 2005/2008 R2/2012/2014, Oracle, text files, excel files, MS Access databases for report

Experience with cubes and drill down/drill through reports

Experience with SQL Server Data Tools (SSDT) SSRS/SSIS/SSAS, Visual Studio, and/or other (non-Microsoft) reporting platform

A minimum of 1-4 years' experience in working with billing and/or enrollment data is required

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point).

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to import, export, and manipulate data files between various IT applications and databases (e.g., Oracle, SAP, BW) is preferred

Ability to develop recommendations/action plans and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Must be detail oriented. Clearly communicates complex technical concepts both in a written and oral manner.

Excellent problem- solving skills and ability to use good judgment to make recommendations and decisions.

Ability to prioritize both routine and unpredictable work activities and identify exceptions and recommend solutions.

Excellent personal computer skills within a Windows environment demonstrating advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. (Word, Excel, Access

Knowledge of SAP is strongly desired but open to candidates without SAP knowledge who are willing to learn.

Knowledge of statistical analysis (including time-series, sampling, probability, regression, linear programming, and forecasting) is desired.

Ability to use fundamental math daily (add, subtract, multiply, divide, and calculate percentages)

Ability to conceptualize, negotiate and communicate innovative concepts or ideas to work groups or management level representatives.

Ability to meet deadlines. Must be dependable and available.

Ability to develop and make formal presentations to internal and external groups.

Interact and consult with other areas/departments regarding Reporting issues and activities.

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