Job Description
Data Engineer (Tableau
Platform Engineering): Tableau Platform Administrator will be responsible for
managing the Tableau environment in our data eco-system, ensuring its
stability, performance, and availability. The role involves a range of
responsibilities related to installation, configuration, maintenance, and
troubleshooting of the Tableau platform.
Installation and
Configuration: The Tableau Platform Administrator is responsible for
installing and configuring the Tableau Server software on a server or
cluster of servers. This includes setting up the server hardware and
operating system, configuring network settings, installing the Tableau
Server software, and setting up user accounts and security.
Monitoring and
Maintenance: The Tableau Platform Administrator must ensure that the
Tableau Server environment is running smoothly and efficiently. They must
monitor the server for performance issues, system failures, and other
problems. They must also perform routine maintenance tasks such as system
backups, upgrades, and software patching.
Performance Tuning:
The Tableau Platform Administrator is responsible for optimizing the
performance of the Tableau Server environment. This includes identifying
and resolving performance bottlenecks, tuning database connections,
optimizing server settings, and monitoring resource usage.
User Support: The
Tableau Platform Administrator must provide support to Tableau Server
users. This includes helping users troubleshoot problems, answering
questions, and providing training and support materials.
Security and Access Control:
The Tableau Platform Administrator is responsible for managing security
and access control for the Tableau Server environment. This includes
setting up user accounts and roles, configuring permissions, and
monitoring access to sensitive data.
Content Management:
The Tableau Platform Administrator must manage the Tableau Server content.
This includes publishing workbooks and dashboards, managing data sources,
and configuring settings for data refresh and extraction.
Automation: The
Tableau Platform Administrator must use scripting and other tools to
automate routine tasks. This includes scheduling backups, setting up
alerts, and automating content publishing and refresh.
Collaboration: The
Tableau Platform Administrator must work closely with other teams, such as
database administrators, network engineers, and developers, to ensure that
the Tableau Server environment integrates effectively with other systems
and applications.Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science,
information systems, or a related field.Experience: 3 + years of relevant commercial
experience working with Tableau Server and a strong understanding of data
visualization concepts, database architecture, and software development
methodologies. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as
strong communication and collaboration abilities, are also important for
success in this role.Skills:Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
Ability to manage competing priorities and work
under pressure.