Data Architects

Description

Proven architectural experience for a Data Warehousing project (minimum 3 years) Proven experience in translating system architecture to specific design decisions Full knowledge of data warehouse design concepts and development best practices Proven experience with database technologies, data architecture, data analysis, and modeling Practical experience with common architectural patterns and principles for data warehousing and reporting projects Communication skills that earn trust, motivate, persuade, and mentor Proactive and goaloriented with a focus on results Solid working knowledge of requirements management principles and techniques Practical experience with common modeling and development tools (e.g. ERWIN, Informatica, Oracle) Bachelors degree in Management of Information Systems, Computer Science or Engineering (Masters degree preferred) PREFERRED EXPERIENCE Prior healthcare industry experience preferred (e.g. HIPPA Compliance Standards). Informatica COGNOS Oracle 10G Vendor Package / Product evaluation, selection, integration and design Web architecture and design DESCRIPTION Provide overall technical architecture and design leadership for projects Identify and document architecturally significant aspects of proposed solutions Balance needs of speed to market with software quality requirements and supportability and sustainability of proposed solution Ensure that the designs are consistent with the overall architecture Ensure that significant design decisions are communicated, validated, and adhered to Provide rationale for design decisions Assist with detailed system design to a point where implementation can proceed Collect and deliver best design practices across projects (e.g. decoupling and reuse) Guide consistent use of software engineering methodology within the development community Participate in BCBSM internal quality review Represent the architecture group to senior management, business partners and architectural group