Preferred Experience:
- More than 6+ years of experience in information technology, with 4+ years spent in SAP HANA Platform Engineering/Administration
- Proficiency in Informatica installation, configuration, and administration.
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell) for automation.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- SAP HANA administration certification is a plus.
Skills
Platform Management:
- Lead the design, deployment, and management of the SAP HANA FSDP platform to ensure optimal performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Develop and implement best practices for the architecture, configuration, and maintenance of the SAP HANA FSDP environment.
- Ensure the platform is up-to-date with the latest patches and upgrades.
- Monitor platform performance and perform tuning to optimize efficiency and throughput.
- Set up and manage multiple environments (development, QA, production). Implement environment cloning, backups, and disaster recovery processes.
System Administration:
- Manage user accounts, roles, and permissions to ensure secure and appropriate access. Implement role-based access control (RBAC) and maintain user access logs.
- Ensure platform security by configuring and monitoring security settings.
- Conduct regular security assessments and audits to detect and mitigate vulnerabilities.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain audit logs and generate compliance reports as needed.
- Work with data engineers and analysts to understand data needs and requirements.
- Provide support in data modeling, schema design, and data mapping activities.
Daily Support and Incident Management:
- Provide day-to-day support for Informatica environments, addressing user queries and issues.
- Manage incident tickets, perform root cause analysis, and implement solutions.
- Perform regular health checks of the Informatica platform and address any anomalies.
- Utilize monitoring tools to track system performance and identify potential issues.
- Implement and manage regular backup procedures to ensure data protection.
- Plan and execute disaster recovery processes to minimize data loss and downtime.
Performance Monitoring and Optimization:
- Monitor system performance metrics and logs to identify bottlenecks.
- Optimize views, database interactions, and platform configurations for better performance.
- Analyze system usage trends and plan for future capacity needs.
- Implement scaling strategies to accommodate growing data volumes and user demands.
- Conduct proactive maintenance activities to prevent potential issues.
- Develop and implement automated scripts for regular maintenance tasks.
- Collaboration and Communication:
Cross-functional Team Collaboration:
- Collaborate with IT, data, and business teams to support data initiatives and projects.
- Participate in cross-functional meetings and provide technical insights.
- Provide training and support to end-users and junior team members on platform usage and best practices.
- Develop and maintain user guides, FAQs, and training materials.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of platform configurations, procedures, and operations.
- Generate and present regular reports on system performance, incidents, and maintenance activities.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
- Keep abreast of the latest trends and developments in Informatica and data engineering.
- Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies to enhance the platform.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within the Informatica environment.
- Implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.