Business Intelligence Data Modeler

Codeworks is an IT Services firm headquartered in SE Wisconsin, known for our strong commitment to quality and for our direct client relationships.

Who We’re Looking For: We are seeking a candidate with experience as a BI Data Modeler, encompassing skills in gathering and analyzing data, generating reports, and understanding business requirements. The ideal candidate should possess a strong grasp of data modeling principles and best practices, with expertise in both relational and dimensional modeling, particularly focused on the AWS Redshift database. This is a remote 6-month+ contract opportunity. To be eligible for this position, residency in Wisconsin is required.

Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain Enterprise Analytics Platform (EAP) data models that integrate multiple source systems into a coherent, cohesive catalog of data. Some of those source systems include Oracle/Peoplesoft HR and Finance and Workday.
• Design, develop and maintain conceptual, logical, and physical data models.
• Work with analyst team to review business requirements and assess the data model needs to best fulfill those requirements.
• Advise on exercises like gap analyses or cost/benefit/risk analyses.
• Ensure data models adhere to design and security standards.
• Perform data profiling and analysis to ensure the quality of the data models.
• Collaborate with functional and technical team to integrate model metadata with consumer tools (e.g. Collibra, Tableau).
• Collaborate with development team to ensure models are clear and comprehensive.
• Provide developers with model and/or data definition language (DDL).
• Support EAP customers/consumers with data model walkthroughs and help queue responses.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Data Architect, Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Data Engineer, Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst, or similar role.
• In-depth understanding of database structure principles.
• Thorough understanding of data modeling principles and best practices, including expertise in both relational and dimensional modeling, with a specific focus on the AWS Redshift database.
• Strong proficiency in data modeling tools, with expertise in ER Studio.
• In-depth understanding of data warehousing concepts, data lakes, and AWS cloud-based architecture.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Familiarity with metadata management principles.
• Strong understanding of master and reference data management principles.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design or domain-driven design.
• Experience gathering and analyzing data, report, and business requirements.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with users with varying levels of technical vocabulary.
• Analytical skills.
• Problem-solving attitude.
• Experience with higher education data and reporting; e.g. students, human resources (HR), finance, operations is a plus.
• Experience in AWS cloud environment.
• Experience in agile and/or hybrid (agile and waterfall) teams.
• Experience migrating legacy applications and data systems to new environments

About Codeworks: Codeworks has over 25 years of experience serving Fortune 1000 companies in Wisconsin as well as our client's national locations. Our recruiting team excels at evaluating, advising, and connecting IT professionals with new opportunities that will satisfy their expectations regarding income and opportunity for growth. At Codeworks, we're committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and beyond. We believe in equal opportunities and value the unique perspectives that every individual brings to our team. Join us in creating an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative workplace where your talents can thrive.