Sr Informatica ETL Developer III

As a Sr Informatica ETL Developer III at our company, you'll be responsible for designing, developing, and performing unit tests for ETL processes, ensuring functionality and performance align with business needs. Additionally, your role involves creating and updating documentation, developing scalable workflows, and facilitating integration testing. You'll also collaborate with project teams to identify and resolve technical challenges, making strong communication skills essential.

To be considered for the Sr Informatica ETL Developer III position, candidates should have a minimum of 7 years in IT, with strong expertise in Informatica programming across multiple products such as BDM, Power Center, and IICS. Experience with DBMS like Oracle and MYSQL is needed, along with familiarity in both Unix and Windows platforms. Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies is also beneficial.

Collaboration plays a crucial role in the position of Sr Informatica ETL Developer III, as you will frequently interact with project teams, QA personnel, and business users. Effective communication will ensure smooth workflows, timely problem resolution, and successful project completions. Your ability to work together with others will enhance your contributions to the team's success.

Proficiency in Informatica ETL tools, specifically BDM, Power Center, and IICS, is vital for the Sr Informatica ETL Developer III role. Additional skills in SQL for Oracle and MYSQL, as well as experience with data lakes, are important. Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Visio for process mapping, also proves beneficial for documentation needs.

A Sr Informatica ETL Developer III will engage in various projects focused on data integration and ETL process development, ranging from automotive OEM projects to data warehousing solutions. Your role will involve crafting solutions that facilitate data movement and ensuring performance and functionality meet the evolving business requirements.

In answering this question, highlight specific projects where you've used Informatica tools like Power Center, BDM, and IICS. Describe your roles in the development of ETL workflows and any challenges you overcame along the way to showcase your problem-solving skills.

Your response should emphasize the importance of self-testing in your process. Discuss how you ensure your code meets the requirements and how you work with QA teams to validate functionality, sharing specific examples of your testing strategies.

Be ready to discuss your experience with Agile, Waterfall, and iterative methodologies. Provide examples of projects that utilized these approaches and how they influenced your work, emphasizing adaptability and teamwork.

Choose a specific example where you encountered a technical challenge during a project. Outline your thought process in diagnosing the issue, the steps taken to fix it, and the impact of your solution on the project's success.

Discuss your proactive approach to learning, such as utilizing online courses, attending workshops, or participating in professional networks. Mention any specific resources or communities that help you stay updated with trends in ETL and data integration.

In your response, provide examples of how you've worked with different teams, such as QA, business analysts, or data architects. Highlight the importance of communication and how it led to successful project outcomes.

Explain your approach to creating and maintaining documentation, including the types of documentation you produce, such as design documents and system specifications, and how this clarity aids future project work.

Outline specific scenarios where you managed data migrations, covering the tools, strategies, and testing procedures you employed to ensure a smooth transition without data loss or downtime.

Illustrate your ability to remain organized and focused, discussing techniques you utilize to prioritize tasks effectively, such as stakeholder communication, timelines, and critical milestones to track progress.

List important tools you rely on, such as ETL tools, SQL database management systems, and project management applications. Explain briefly how each tool supports your work and enhances productivity.