About the job Microsoft Power BI Administrator & Developer

Microsoft Power BI Administrator & Developer

Position Overview

We are seeking a Microsoft Power BI Administrator & Developer to design, develop, and manage enterprise business intelligence solutions, creating interactive dashboards and reports while ensuring data governance, security, and optimal performance across our Power BI environment.

Key Responsibilities

Power BI Development

• Design and develop interactive dashboards, reports, and data visualizations using Power BI Desktop
• Create data models, relationships, and DAX calculations for complex business requirements
• Build paginated reports and mobile-optimized dashboards for various stakeholder needs
• Develop real-time streaming dashboards and automated refresh schedules
• Implement advanced analytics including forecasting, clustering, and statistical analysis

Power BI Administration

• Manage Power BI Service tenant settings, workspaces, and user access controls
• Configure data gateways for on-premises and cloud data source connectivity
• Implement row-level security, sensitivity labels, and data protection policies
• Monitor usage analytics, capacity metrics, and performance optimization
• Manage Premium workspace allocation and Power BI Embedded configurations

Data Integration & Modeling

• Connect to various data sources including SQL Server, Azure, SharePoint, and web APIs
• Design and implement data transformation processes using Power Query M language
• Create reusable datasets and establish data refresh strategies
• Optimize data models for performance and implement incremental data refresh
• Collaborate with data engineers on data warehouse and lake integrations

Governance & Training

• Establish Power BI governance frameworks, best practices, and development standards
• Create user documentation, training materials, and self-service analytics guidelines
• Conduct training sessions on Power BI Desktop, Service, and mobile applications
• Implement content certification processes and promote data literacy initiatives
• Monitor compliance with organizational data policies and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications

Technical Skills

• 6+ years experience developing and administering Power BI solutions
• Expert knowledge of Power BI Desktop, Service, and mobile applications
• Proficiency in DAX, Power Query M, and advanced data modeling techniques
• Strong SQL skills and experience with various database platforms
• Knowledge of Azure services, data warehousing, and ETL processes
• Understanding of data visualization best practices and UX design principles

Analytical Skills

• Strong business acumen with ability to translate requirements into technical solutions
• Experience with statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and advanced analytics
• Knowledge of data governance, master data management, and data quality principles
• Understanding of performance optimization and capacity planning

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, or related field
• Microsoft certifications (Power BI Data Analyst Associate, Azure Data Engineer Associate)
• Experience with other BI tools (Tableau, Qlik, SSRS) and migration strategies
• Knowledge of Python, R, or other analytical programming languages
• Background in data architecture and modern data platform technologies