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Cognos Analytics Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Data Analyst III

Orlando, FL · On-site +1

$120K - $140K/yr

Apply senior-level knowledge of Oracle APEX, Cognos Analytics, Java legacy frameworks, Oracle databases, AWS, and Agile development to support data modeling, business intelligence, database ...

At least 5 years of experience with Cognos Architecture and experience as administrator in a Linux ... Analytical and Communication skills * Experience and desire to work in a management consulting ...

... experience with Cognos Architecture and experience as administrator in a Linux environment ... Analytical and Communication skills Experience and desire to work in a management consulting ...

Knowledge of business intelligence and reporting tools such as Power BI, Cognos Analytics, or similar platforms. * Familiarity with financial databases, data management, and reporting automation.

Knowledge of business intelligence and reporting tools such as Power BI, Cognos Analytics, or similar platforms. * Familiarity with financial databases, data management, and reporting automation.

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How much do cognos analytics jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for cognos analytics in Florida is $32.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.78 and $41.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cognos Analytics?

A Cognos Analytics job typically involves working with IBM Cognos Analytics, a business intelligence (BI) tool used for reporting, data visualization, and analysis. Professionals in this role design and develop reports, dashboards, and data models to help organizations make data-driven decisions. They collaborate with business users to understand reporting needs, optimize data sources, and ensure efficient performance. Common job titles include Cognos Developer, Business Intelligence Analyst, and Data Analyst.

What are the primary responsibilities of someone working in a Cognos Analytics role?

A Cognos Analytics professional is typically responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining business intelligence reports and dashboards to support organizational decision-making. Daily tasks may include collaborating with business users to understand reporting requirements, extracting and transforming data from various sources, and troubleshooting data or visualization issues. They often work closely with IT teams, data analysts, and business stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and impactful data delivery. This role provides opportunities for learning advanced analytics and can lead to career growth in the broader fields of business intelligence and data science.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cognos Analytics position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Cognos Analytics role, you need a strong background in data analysis, business intelligence, and report/dashboard development, usually supported by experience in BI tools and a related degree. Expertise in IBM Cognos Analytics software, knowledge of SQL, and relevant certifications such as IBM Certified Designer are highly valuable. Analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills are distinguishing qualities in this field. These competencies enable professionals to translate complex data into actionable business insights and effectively collaborate with stakeholders.

What cities in Florida are hiring for Cognos Analytics jobs?

Cities in Florida with the most Cognos Analytics job openings:

Infographic showing various Cognos Analytics job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $68,252 per year, or $32.8 per hour.

Cognos SDK Developer

Arete Consulting Inc

Gainesville, FL • Remote

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Job Description

Job Title: Cognos SDK Developer

Location: Gainesville, FL (Each Month, can work 1 week on-site and 3 weeks remote)

Duration: 3 Months with Potential for Extension.

OVERVIEW:

         Candidate will work hands-on with the University's team to do batch automation and report development using IBM Cognos 11 SDK and Report Authoring Tools.

         Provide guidance and design advice on the same activities (regarding Student data mart construction) performed with other clients.

         Provide documentation of work conducted and best practices for future reference.

PROJECT SCOPE:

         Validate University's planning assumptions and existing COMPASS model best practices.

         COMPASS Data Marts and Framework Manager Model specs - Assist with modifications to existing data mart models/packages and help deploy new models/packages. Developing Admissions, Services Indicators and Course Meeting Pattern data marts at this point.

         Assistance with colleges on accreditation and individual/custom reporting requirements and development - Meet with various colleges and review data needs for their accreditation process, create reporting specs that can be used to assist in data mart design or augmentation.

         Review, discuss and mentor staff on Framework Manager DMR uses and best practices.

         Assist with conversion of Cognos 10 SDK (windows-based implementation) to Cognos 11 (Linux-based implementation) and upgrade of associated code.

         Assist with development on existing report specs remaining from Sierra-Cedar as-needed but not primary focus.

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE FOR REPORT AUTHORING:

         Very strong and hands-on experience in Cognos SDK where SDK is heavily used batched based automations in reporting platform.

         Ability to go through custom SDK codes in 10.2 platform and making sure that they are compatible in Cognos Analytics v11 platform.

         Working very closely with business users to honor their wish-list that can be served by using Cognos SDK Strong hands-on experience using SDK in Cognos report automation and distribution as well as change management deployment area.

         Strong hands-on experience in blending Cognos capabilities other in-house grown / custom applications. Hands-on experience in IBM Cognos configurational aspects and ability to make custom / advance level modifications to underlying default configuration %100 proficiency in the following tool set Report Studio, Framework Manager and Transformer %100 proficiency in Administration Module of IBM Cognos including deployment managers, report schedulers, job management as well as Configuration Manager 

HIGHLY PREFERRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE:

         Exposure to PeopleSoft EPM running on Oracle

         Previous experiences in Cognos platforms running in Linux O/S (migrating from windows based Cognos to Linux based Cognos)

         Previous experiences in Education and University Industry is nice to have

         Previous experiences in Cognos Series 7 especially PowerPlay

Qualifications

Looking for Cognos SDK Expert

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.