Senior Program Analyst

DP Professionals

  • Bellaire, TX
  • 7 days ago

    Highlights

    Requires knowledge of relational databases, appropriate programming languages, data structures, associated computer hardware, computer networking, a variety of operating systems and client/server data processing techniques. Position Summary: To organize and administer the configuration and development of information systems, and to devise and design technical requirements of systems, and is charged with the documentation and development of well-defined methods, procedures, programs and configurations in the delivery of systems.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBellaire, TX

    Description

    DPP is seeking a Senior Program Analyst for an opportunity with our client in Bellaire, TX.
     
    Work Location: Hybrid in Bellaire, TX; onsite 2-3 days/week
     
    Position Summary:
    • To organize and administer the configuration and development of information systems, and to devise and design technical requirements of systems, and is charged with the documentation and development of well-defined methods, procedures, programs and configurations in the delivery of systems.
    Project Scope:
    • This is for a Snowflake migration-looking for someone who can build Snowflake data marts and then develop/maintain the Qlik interfaces that consume that data.
    Responsibilities:
    • Analyzes and determines computerized solutions concerning compliance with regulatory agencies and the strategic plan.
    • Appraises effectiveness of systems flow, data usage, and manual or automated processes to identify ineffectiveness or inefficiency of the system.
    • Develops, designs, and modifies technical specifications for the Health Plan.
    • Coordinates the design and analysis of the implementation of new systems and the modifications of existing systems.
    • Controls system configuration and development process by establishing standards, measuring work in process, interpreting results, and taking corrective action.
    • Develops and administers the system configuration and development plan.
    • Delegates tasks and responsibilities to team members according to ability, priority, etc.
    • Performs independent programming for segments of complex problems according to the technical specifications and standard system implementation techniques.
    • Analyzes system performance and optimizes programs accordingly.
    • Provides configuration, tuning, and upgrades to systems as needed.
    • Initiates and implements new programming techniques, methods, procedures, approaches, and standards.
    • Develop and administers data verification methods and plans as needed.
    • Assures coded logic performs as required by testing and correcting programs via trial runs and combines individual programs into a job stream.
    • Performs system integration testing to ensure system integrity.
    • Develop documentation standards.
    • Prepares program code documentation in compliance with standards.
    • Prepares system configuration procedures in compliance with standards.
    • Prepares documentation concerning program and configuration issues, bugs, and resolutions in compliance with standards.
    • Controls system operations by finding and correcting errors in the system.
    • Implements modifications to the system to accommodate new or changing requirements.
    • Provides emergency support for malfunctioning systems.
    • Coordinates development and maintenance programming activities with management, other Information Services personnel, users, or vendors during all phases of the system life cycle.
    • Participates in meetings concerning user consulting, systems analysis, system design, and vendor contracts.
    • Serves as Information Services department representative in meetings with other Integrated Delivery System components in developing data processing solutions designed to solve practical IDS problems.
    • Participates in the development of a minimum data set for all information systems.
    • Participates in the development of a defined and structured data dictionary for usage with all implementation efforts and to provide a uniform understanding enterprise-wide of the data between interacting systems.
    • Provides expert consultation for strategic planning in the arena of data flow and analysis across various systems.
    Required Qualifications:
    • H.S. Diploma or GED in computer science or related field.
    • 8 years of experience in major system design and implementation (bachelor’s degree will substitute for 4 years of experience).
    • Knowledge at expert level of current application and system development techniques.
    • Requires knowledge of relational databases, appropriate programming languages, data structures, associated computer hardware, computer networking, a variety of operating systems and client/server data processing techniques.
    • Ability to demonstrate logic, analytical and verbal and written communication skills, team-oriented work habits, good interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to different levels of technical experience.
    • Specific skills required are as follows:
      • SQL Server 2005/2008 (T-SQL, functions, views, database design & configuration.
      • SQL Integration Services, SQL Server Analysis Services and SQL Server Reporting Services.
      • Visual Studio 2005/2010. C# strongly preferred with an emphasis on Object-oriented programming.
      • Preferably experience with ASP.NET or Silverlight.
      • Basic understanding of XML.
      • Core Snowflake Skills
      • Advanced SQL
      • Snowflake tables, views, tasks, streams
      • Data modeling (facts and dimensions)
      • Performance tuning
      • Security and access management
      • ELT development
      • Qlik Skills
      • Qlik Sense development
      • Data load scripts
      • Data modeling in Qlik
      • Dashboard and visualization design
      • Set analysis
      • Performance tuning
      • Publishing and security rules
      • Interface / Semantic Layer Skills
      • Understanding how Snowflake data is exposed to reporting tools
      • Building curated reporting views
      • Creating certified datasets
      • Designing reusable metrics and KPIs
      • Understanding business reporting requirements
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Experience in Project Management or Project Leadership.
    • Some manager care systems experience.
    Authorized US Worker - US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.
     
    Interested? Learn more:
    Click the apply button to learn more about this position (#26-01329).
     DP Professionals (DPP) offers a range of compensation and benefits packages to our employees and their eligible dependents. DPP is a certified Woman-owned Small Business Enterprise (WBE and WOSB) with more than 25 years in the staffing industry. EOE/AA/V/D

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