Kumaran Systems: Engineering Future-Ready Transformations Since 1992, Kumaran Systems has been helping enterprises bridge the past and the future, reimagining legacy systems and embracing AI-led possibilities. With over 34 years of delivery excellence, we specialise in re-engineering core applications, driving cloud transformation, and building automation-first, GenAI-enabled ecosystems across the Banking and Financial Services, Insurance, Telecom, and Automotive sectors. We help organisations not just upgrade their systems but reimagine what’s possible.
Why Kumaran?
We blend engineering discipline with AI innovation, helping clients modernise with confidence, automate with clarity, and scale with purpose. Our global delivery model ensures agility, responsiveness, and seamless collaboration, with clients always at the heart of every engagement. At Kumaran, we don’t just solve problems, we engineer future-ready transformations.
5+ years
We are seeking an experienced BI professional with strong expertise in IBM Cognos and Microsoft Power BI to lead and execute migration projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing existing Cognos reports, redesigning data models, and developing scalable Power BI solutions.
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Analyze and understand existing IBM Cognos reports, dashboards, and data models
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Design and implement migration strategy from Cognos to Power BI
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Convert Cognos reports into Power BI dashboards with improved UX/UI
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Develop and optimize Power BI datasets, reports, and dashboards
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Build efficient data models using star/snowflake schema principles
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Write complex DAX calculations and Power Query (M language) transformations
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Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather and refine requirements
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Ensure data accuracy, performance tuning, and report validation
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Implement row-level security (RLS) and data governance standards
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Document migration processes, data lineage, and technical designs
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Support deployment using Power BI Service, gateways, and CI/CD pipelines
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5+ years of experience in BI tools, with strong hands-on in IBM Cognos
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Proven experience in Power BI development and migration projects
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Strong knowledge of:
- DAX
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Power Query (M)
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Data modeling techniques
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Experience working with relational databases (SQL Server, Oracle, etc.)
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Strong SQL querying and performance tuning skills
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Understanding of ETL processes and tools
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Experience with Power BI Service, workspaces, and data gateways
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Knowledge of report optimization and performance best practices
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Experience with Azure (e.g., Data Factory, Synapse, or Data Lake)
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Familiarity with other BI tools (Tableau, SSRS, etc.)
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Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies
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Exposure to DevOps pipelines for BI deployments
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Understanding of data governance and security frameworks
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Good communication and stakeholder management
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Ability to work independently and in team environments
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Attention to detail and documentation
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
Kumaran Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.
