MicroStrategy Architect

Job Title: MicroStrategy Architect
Job Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Contract

Job Description:

• Design and implement scalable BI architecture leveraging MicroStrategy platform.
• Define BI solution frameworks including semantic layer, metadata objects, cubes, and schema design.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into optimized dashboards, reports, and visualizations.
• Lead MicroStrategy development efforts including reporting, mobile BI, self-service analytics, and distribution services.
• Ensure best practices in data modeling, schema design, and performance tuning.
• Integrate MicroStrategy with data warehouses, ETL processes, and external systems.
• Establish and enforce governance, security, and access control models for BI assets.
• Mentor development teams and provide architectural guidance for BI initiatives.
• Evaluate emerging BI technologies and recommend solutions to improve business intelligence capabilities.
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing MicroStrategy solutions for performance, scalability, and usability.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 8 years of experience in Business Intelligence / Data Warehousing, with at least 5 years in MicroStrategy architecture and development.
• Strong knowledge of MicroStrategy components (Architect, Developer, Web, Library, Workstation, Distribution Services, Visual Insight).
• Proficiency in data modeling, SQL, and performance tuning.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) and BI integrations.
• Solid understanding of ETL, data governance, and security frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience leading BI teams and managing enterprise BI deployments.

Preferred Qualifications

• MicroStrategy certifications (MCEP, MCD, MCE, or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience with cloud-based BI deployments.
• Knowledge of complementary BI/analytics tools (Tableau, Power BI, Qlik).
• Experience in Agile/Scrum methodology for BI project delivery.

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