Analysis Skills, Build Management, Business Intelligence Software, Business Processes, Change Management, Child Protection/Welfare, Child Support, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Data Description Language (DDL), Data Management, Data Migration, Data Profiling, Data Quality, Data Recovery, Data Warehousing, Database Backup, Database Extract Transform and Load (ETL), Disaster Recovery, Documentation, Healthcare, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Leadership, Linux Operating System, Maintain Compliance, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, NCR Teradata, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Resource Leveling, Schedule Development, Software Patches, State Government, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Training/Teaching
Job Duties
- Responsible for complex Common Batch Framework and Common Scheduler to ensure current and reliable data is available for critical business processes and decision making.
- Responsible for Data Warehouse change management infrastructure and all promotions of code and ddl; performing build engineer tasks for both manual and automated promotion processes.
- Responsibility for complex Linux security model on DW ETL servers. (Servers are administered by another group, but our team is responsible for the security structure and authorizes user access to the groups and sudos)
- Responsibility for Teradata security and access.
- Conduct data architecture reviews and audits to ensure alignment with enterprise standards
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of data architecture, processes, and solutions
- Responsible for providing support for escalated Data Warehouse issue troubleshooting and resolution.
- Evaluate and recommend new data technologies and tools to improve performance and scalability
- Ensure data quality, accuracy, and effective use of enterprise data assets
- Manage and support data integration processes, including ETL workflows across multiple systems
- Collaborate with external vendors and third-party service providers as needed
- Support patch management, system upgrades, and ongoing system maintenance
- Monitor system performance and troubleshoot technical issues across data platforms
- Perform data profiling and implement data quality rules for assessment and validation
- Execute data cleansing and standardization using both built-in and custom data rules
- Develop and maintain disaster recovery and backup strategies for data systems
- Lead efforts to migrate data warehouse processes to standardized/common frameworks
- Conduct elevated access reviews and user audits to ensure compliance
- Identify and remediate audit findings related to data systems and security
The team currently consists of 2 State employees and 6 long-term contractors.
It’s a collaborative and well-established group that is looking for a senior-level resource who can step in and contribute immediately.
Most work comes through one of the MDHHS Data Warehouse development teams.
This role will work closely with developers, leadership, stakeholders, and various SOM and vendor staff on a day-to-day basis.
The scope is the MDHHS Data Warehouse project, which consists ofChild Support, Child Welfare, Eligibility, and Health Services programs.
Requirements
8+ years:
- Teradata experience – top requirement
5 years:
Experience supporting the loading of data from multiple source systems
Ability to provide targeted training and technical guidance to development teams for troubleshooting and batch support
Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environmen
Strong decision-making skills with the ability to determine appropriate solutions while adhering to SoM and MDHHS/DTMB policies
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills, particularly in troubleshooting complex data and system issues
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Desired Skills
- Previous government experience or State of Michigan experience
- Experience with cloud-based BI tools
Minimum Education
Location
- Candidates must be local to the Lansing, Michigan area (within 90 miles) at time of submission. This requirement is non-negotiable
- Position is a hybrid schedule (Non-Negotiable): There is no remote-only option. Required onsite days- Wednesdays and Thursdays. Remote eligible days- Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. The resource must meet these requirements from the beginning.
- Working hours Monday-Friday, approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Additional Requirements
- Must be authorized to work in the United States; We are unable to offer sponsorships at this time
- Must undergo a background check and drug screening for employment.
Employment Terms
- This is a W2 position
- 40 hrs per week
- HYBRID schedule - (Non-Negotiable): There is no remote-only option. Required onsite days- Wednesdays and Thursdays. Remote eligible days- Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. The resource must meet these requirements from the beginning.
About Zenfreed
At Zenfreed, we are more than an IT company. We bridge the gap between people wanting to do the work they were meant to do and organizations needing the right talent.
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Benefits
We understand a comprehensive benefits package is crucial to employment satisfaction. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage options for all employees.