Job Details

Client: health insurance company
Location: on-site 3 days per week in Philadelphia, PA
Job type: contract to hire (eligible to convert after 90 days on contract)

The Senior Data Modeler is responsible for developing advanced data models associated with the Enterprise Data Warehouse (DART), IHG operational systems and IHG data exchange with limited management oversight.

Primary job function entails gathering and assessing business and technical requirements to create/update database objects. Delivery items include using ERwin Data Modeler to create and maintain entity relationship diagrams, DDL, and supporting documentation as needed. Additional job functions include identifying solution design options, advanced data profiling and subject matter expertise.

This role works closely with all development resources including Business Systems Analysts, Developers and Project Managers. The Senior Data Modeler works independently with minimal guidance and acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

A solid understanding of the following is required:

• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Agile Methodology
• Logical and Physical data modeling
• Levels of Normalization
• Abstraction and Generalization
• Subtyping and Classification
• Relational model design
• Dimensional model design (Star Schemas, Snowflake designs)
• Inmon & Kimball methodologies
• Master Data Management (MDM)
• Data Profiling
• Metadata Management
• Data security and protecting information
• ETL processes, BI processes
• Cloud Platforms

• 6+ years of proven experience in Data Modeling
• 5+ years of experience with advanced SQL query techniques
• Highly skilled in Diagraming, Complete Compare, Reverse Engineering, Forward Engineering
• Strong multi-tasking capability, with adaptability to work simultaneously in multiple environments with differing procedures, SME support and level of accountability
• Ability to estimate scope of effort, to prioritize and/or fast track requirements, and to provide multiple options for data-driven solution design
• Demonstrated ability to recognize, elicit and/or decompose complex business requirements
• Demonstrated ability to perceive patterns and relationships in data
• Demonstrated ability to design models which integrate data from disparate sources
• Demonstrated ability to design data models for complex and ragged hierarchies
• Demonstrated ability to design data models for complicated historical perspectives
• Understanding of data warehousing and decision support tools and techniques
• Strong ability to multi-task with several concurrent issues and projects
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Experience advising or mentoring staff regarding data administration, data modeling, and data mapping