*Please send resumes to [email protected] only* ** *SAP BW * * * *Livingston, CA* * *
*12 month contract* Position Profile: IT SAP BI-BW Senior Programmer Analyst 1. The BI-BW Senior Programmer Analyst role is to define, design, develop, test, analyze, and maintain new and existing software applications and packaged software based on business requirements involving the various systems utilized to support the assigned area. Develop, document, and modify software specifications throughout the production software lifecycle. The Senior Programmer Analyst should possess thorough knowledge of numerous application functions. Competencies include hands on experience developing programs in ABAP, developing complex software programs, performing complex packaged software configuration and handling assignments with little direction. The Senior Programmer Analyst provides resolution to complex technical software issues. This includes analytical, evaluation, programming and configuration skills including the ability to design, program and configure complex software solutions. 2. Definition of business problems and opportunities, gathering and documentation of requirements, analysis and organization of information to support formation of projects, analysis of technology and infrastructure alternatives and implications. 3. Architecting, designing, developing and testing of SAP BI and BW systems solutions to business problems/issues, utilizing Systems Development Methodology (SDM) on all initiatives. 4. Translation of a conceptual alternative into a descriptive model, specification, data flow diagram or other relevant method that defines the system components which must be delivered, and the method for delivering them. Includes functional design, technical design and design validation. 5. This position will be responsible for project management of small to mid size projects and sub-projects and oversight of the project activities. 6. Provide end-user support to existing users of BI, BW, Cognos, and Crystal Reporting Systems.This includes troubleshooting, diagnosis, and resolution of end user problems as well as performing routine system maintenance checks and corrective actions such as maintaining, adjusting, and manipulating interfaces to SAP and other systems where applicable. 7. Prepare comprehensive and thorough design and training documentation, training subject matter experts, providing post-implementation support efforts interacting regularly with end users, engaging in troubleshooting and root cause analysis of production issues, and providing continuous improvements to all aspects of design and processes. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, software engineering, or engineering required. • Full project life cycle experience as a programmer/analyst including requirements definition, functional design, system design, unit testing, functional testing, integration testing, migration and transports through lower environments to production. • Must demonstrate an understanding of how Master Data functions in BW (i.e. SAP hierarchy) and process implications of making changes to the Master Data. • 6-8 years experience in SAP BI 7.0 or similar environment, including data extracts/uploads, process support and and database administration. Experience supporting, developing in or implementing SAP BI Suite is a plus. • Must demonstrate an understanding of and experience developing SAP BW objects including DataSources, Extract Structures, Transfer Rules, Update Rules, Communication Structures, Rules, ODS objects, InfoCubes, InfoObjects, and MultiCubes for multiple functional areas. • Knowledge Cognos and Crystal Reporting is a plus. • Thorough understanding and use of coding methods and best practices. • Strong knowledge of relational database and operating systems experience with SQL Server and/or Oracle. • Experience in interviewing end users for insight on functionality, problems, or usability issues and needs • Experience in software development lifecycle phases and activities, and project management principles. • Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively with members of other IT and business teams, both written and verbal. • Experience developing and completing test cases and test scenarios. • Demonstrated ability to prepare technical and user documentation for projects and enhancements. • Experience working in a team environment with other IT resources. • Experience using the following applications: MS Office suite, MS Project, and NetMeeting. • Self motivated and directed. • Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills. • Ability to effectively execute tasks in a changing and demanding environment. • Strong service orientation skills, patience and a desire to help others. • Experience working both independently and in a team oriented, collaborative environment. • Consumer products industry experience strongly preferred. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "American Vendor--IT Consulting" group. 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