business development executive

Job Title : Cognos BI Developer

Experience : 6+ Years

Location : Bangalore / Hyderabad (Hybrid)

Notice Period : Immediate Joiners Preferred (Candidates serving notice with 10–15 days left can be considered)

Interview Mode : Virtual

Job Description :

We are seeking an experienced Cognos BI Developer with strong data modeling, dashboarding, and reporting expertise to join our growing team. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in business intelligence, data visualization, and performance analysis, and be comfortable working in a hybrid setup from Bangalore or Hyderabad.

Mandatory Skills :

Cognos BI, Framework Manager, Cognos Dashboarding, SQL, Data Modeling, Report Development (charts, lists, cross tabs, maps), ETL Concepts, KPIs, Drill-through, Macros, Prompts, Filters, Calculations.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Understand business requirements in the BI context and design data models using Framework Manager to transform raw data into meaningful insights.
2. Develop interactive dashboards and reports using Cognos Dashboard.
3. Identify and define KPIs and create reports to monitor them effectively.
4. Analyze data and present actionable insights to support business decision-making.
5. Translate business requirements into technical specifications and determine timelines for execution.
6. Design and develop models in Framework Manager, publish packages, manage security, and create reports based on these packages.
7. Develop various types of reports, including charts, lists, cross tabs, and maps, and design dashboards combining multiple reports.
8. Implement reports using macros, prompts, filters, and calculations.
9. Perform data warehouse development activities and ensure seamless data flow.
10. Write and optimize SQL queries to investigate data and resolve performance issues.
11. Utilize Cognos features such as master-detail reports, drill-throughs, bookmarks, and page sets.
12. Analyze and improve ETL processes to enhance data integration.
13. Apply technical enhancements to existing BI systems to improve their performance and usability.
14. Possess solid understanding of database fundamentals, including relational and multidimensional database design.
15. Hands-on experience with Cognos Data Modules (data modeling) and dashboarding.

Key Responsibilities

● Design & Development

○ Architect and implement data ingestion pipelines using Microsoft Fabric Data Factory (Dataflows) and OneLake sources

○ Build and optimize Lakehouse and Warehouse solutions leveraging Delta Lake, Spark Notebooks, and SQL Endpoints

○ Define and enforce Medallion (Bronze–Silver–Gold) architecture patterns for raw, enriched, and curated datasets

● Data Modeling & Transformation

○ Develop scalable transformation logic in Spark (PySpark/Scala) and Fabric SQL to support reporting and analytics

○ Implement slowly changing dimensions (SCD Type 2), change-data-capture (CDC) feeds, and time-windowed aggregations

● Performance Tuning & Optimization

○ Monitor and optimize data pipelines for throughput, cost efficiency, and reliability

○ Apply partitioning, indexing, caching, and parallelism best practices in Fabric Lakehouses and Warehouse compute

● Data Quality & Governance

○ Integrate Microsoft Purview for metadata cataloging, lineage tracking, and data discovery

○ Develop automated quality checks, anomaly detection rules, and alerts for data reliability

● CI/CD & Automation

○ Implement infrastructure-as-code (ARM templates or Terraform) for Fabric workspaces, pipelines, and artifacts

○ Set up Git-based version control, CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Azure DevOps) for seamless deployment across environments

● Collaboration & Support

○ Partner with data scientists, BI developers, and business analysts to understand requirements and deliver data solutions

○ Provide production support, troubleshoot pipeline failures, and drive root-cause analysis

Required Qualifications

● 5+ years of professional experience in data engineering roles, with at least 1 year working hands-on in Microsoft Fabric

● Strong proficiency in:

○ Languages: SQL (T-SQL), Python, and/or Scala

○ Fabric Components: Data Factory Dataflows, OneLake, Spark Notebooks, Lakehouse, Warehouse

○ Data Storage: Delta Lake, Parquet, CSV, JSON formats

● Deep understanding of data modeling principles (star schemas, snowflake schemas, normalized vs. denormalized)

● Experience with CI/CD and infrastructure-as-code for data platforms (ARM templates, Terraform, Git)

● Familiarity with data governance tools, especially Microsoft Purview

● Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly

NOTE: Candidate should be willing to take one technical round F2F from any of the branch location. (Pune/ Mumbai/ Bangalore)

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled Full Stack Developer (Python & React) to join our Data & Analytics team. You will design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance our data products.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain web applications (front-end & back-end).
• Write clean, efficient code in Python and TypeScript (React).
• Design and implement RESTful APIs.
• Work with Snowflake, NoSQL, and streaming data platforms.
• Build reusable components and collaborate with designers & developers.
• Participate in code reviews and improve development processes.
• Debug and resolve software defects while staying updated with industry trends.

Qualifications:

• Passion for immersive user experiences and data visualization tools (e.g., Apache Superset).
• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer.
• Proficiency in Python (Django, Flask) and JavaScript/TypeScript (React).
• Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, SQL/NoSQL, and Git.
• Knowledge of software development best practices and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and FaaS.
• Knowledge of Terraform and testing frameworks (Playwright, Jest, pytest).
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and open-source contributions.

Opportunity:

Create a consumer facing front end application that will be used by millions of users. 

What you will do:

• Develop our mobile apps using Swift/ObjectiveC.
• Work with backend, frontend, and other developers to build out a customer-centric experience that will constantly evolve.
• Work with our designers and customer success team to create a seamless user experience.
• Respond to support team tickets as needed to resolve bugs and issues.
• Participate in contributing ideas, updates, and product development areas to the team.

Experience Range: 

3-5 years with technical hands-on experience in building a consumer mobile app. You must have shipped an app to the stores.

Technical Expertise:

• 3-5 years experience with iOS native apps.
• Strong knowledge of Swift and ObjectiveC.
• Strong command of JavaScript ES6.
• Know how to build (fairly) complex layouts without using any CSS frameworks.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills using data structures.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Bias for action shipping quality code quickly.

Most companies try to meet expectations, dunnhumby exists to defy them. Using big data, deep expertise and AI-driven platforms to decode the 21^st century human experience – then redefine it in meaningful and surprising ways that put customers first. Across digital, mobile and retail. For brands like Tesco, Coca-Cola, Procter & Gamble and PepsiCo.

We’re looking for an Applied Data Scientist who expects more from their career. It’s a chance to apply your expertise to distil complex problems into compelling insights using the best of machine learning and human creativity to deliver effective and impactful solutions for clients. Joining our advanced data science team, you’ll investigate, develop, implement and deploy a range of complex applications and components while working alongside super-smart colleagues challenging and rewriting the rules, not just following them.

What we expect from you 

• Degree in Statistics, Maths, Physics, Economics or similar field
• Programming skills (Python and SQL are a must have)
• Analytical Techniques and Technology
• Experience with and passion for connecting your work directly to the customer experience, making a real and tangible impact.
• Logical thinking and problem solving
• Strong communication skills
• Statistical Modelling and experience of applying data science into client problems
• 2 to 5 years of experience required

What you can expect from us

We won’t just meet your expectations. We’ll defy them. So you’ll enjoy the comprehensive rewards package you’d expect from a leading technology company. But also, a degree of personal flexibility you might not.

Plus, thoughtful perks, like early finish Friday and your birthday off.

You’ll also benefit from an investment in cutting-edge technology that reflects our global ambition. But with a nimble, small-business feel that gives you the freedom to play, experiment and learn.

And we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion. We live it every day – with thriving networks including dh Women’s Network, dh Proud, dh Parent’s & Carer’s, dh One and dh Thrive as the living proof. Everyone’s invited.

Our approach to Flexible Working

At dunnhumby, we value and respect difference and are committed to building an inclusive culture by creating an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work.

We believe that you will do your best at work if you have a work / life balance. Some roles lend themselves to flexible options more than others, so if this is important to you please raise this with your recruiter, as we are open to discussing agile working opportunities during the hiring process.

About FirstPrinciples & The Role

FirstPrinciples is a Tech Holding company and this role is specifically working with the Web Design Team. This team collaborates with the different marketing teams (internal & clients) to design and develop marketing driven websites that generate leads. The role requires an individual to have an eye for design, conceptual understanding of SEO and digital marketing, and knowledge of the WordPress CMS. This role requires an individual to have strong attention to details and strong project management and stakeholder management skills.

Executive Summary
This role is for a design and marketing focused Project Coordinator who will work on website design and development projects. We typically use WordPress as our CMS and iterate fast on websites depending on the requirements from the marketing team. We are looking for someone who is a strong communicator, an eye for design, and is able to make minor content changes as required. 

Requirements

• Conceptual understanding of SEO and Digital Marketing Principles
• Strong eye for web and mobile site design
• Past experience working with the WordPress CMS
• Decent copy writing skills to give direction to the copy writer and also directly make edits to the content as required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong project coordination skills

• Provides day to day support for the strategy team such as conducting research, analyzing competitive, trendspotting, and helping to shape creative briefs.
• Performing/compiling research on existing and potential ventures/brands.
• Assisting with the creation of internal and external marketing materials such as case studies, briefing documents, proposals and pitch decks.
• Design new business models, products, services, value propositions and consumer experiences that differentiate our ventures from our competition.
• Design organizational structures, strategic assets, and operating models to help our ventures drive their own innovation.
• Be part of designing, iterating and scaling a new venture that creates new income potential for the business.
• Develop financial models demonstrating the feasibility of recommendations.
• Craft impeccable business plans / proposals taking into account all the aspects of a business including but not limited to -- Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Marketing, Manpower, Funding & Finance, Sales etc.
• Collaborate closely with team members across disciplines.

• YEARS OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE- Fresher / Some relevant Experience would be an added advantage
• EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION- Bachelors/ Masters Degree/ Diploma/ Certification in Business / Finance / Technology / Design Strategy / Marketing or other relevant fields.
• SOFTWARE & APPLICATION- MS Excel, Word, Powerpoint / Google Sheets, Docs.

• Strong desire to learn along with professional drive
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Systems and process-oriented.
• Exemplary attention to detail.
• Must be a solutions-oriented problem solver.
• Think differently.
• Able to manage a heavy workload, prioritize well and meet deadlines.

• 20% - Design the user flows and mockups basis the product requirements, which would be defined by the founders and shared as inputs by the early users. Key features we are planning to build in the coming months: Forms and Social posting.
• 50% - Design the UI mockups based on the user flows defined above to clearly illustrate the design and functionality of the product. 
• 30% - Create industry and scenario-specific templates that can be readily used by users who are coming on the platform.
• Other short-term responsibilities: Create email and web designs for clients, as part of the product and services business.