About The Role
As a BI Developer, you’ll help turn data into clear insights that support decision‑making across the business. You’ll work on analytical solutions that shine a light on how we operate and help teams make smarter, data‑led choices.
We’re on an exciting journey, building new ways of working, clearer ownership, and modern technology, with a big focus on developing our cloud‑based data platform.
You’ll follow best practice, support your fellow BI Developers, and play an active role in the team. That means helping prototype new ideas, building data models, reports and visualisations, and bringing new data into our BI tools. You’ll also work closely with our Data Platform and Data Engineering teams to make sure our data setup keeps pace with the needs of the business.
Here's What You Can Expect To Be Doing
You’ll work closely with teams across the business to understand what they need from their data and make sure our BI solutions support real business goals. That includes designing clear, intuitive visualisations for analysts, building and maintaining strong data models across different areas of the business, and making sure our reporting is fast, scalable and easy to use. You’ll also play a part in improving how we work by spotting opportunities to refine BI processes and strengthen data‑led decision‑making.
Alongside this, you’ll support the move to our modern cloud data platform, following best practice and agreed standards to keep our solutions secure, compliant and maintainable. You’ll look after clear technical documentation, respond quickly to BI incidents and change requests, and help keep quality high by sticking to coding standards and design patterns. Overall, you’ll help make sure our BI setup is reliable, consistent and ready to grow with the business.
A Few Things About You
1. You’re genuinely into data and take pride in delivering clear, high‑quality insights.
2. You’re a strong communicator who can explain complex ideas in a simple, practical way.
3. You work well in agile teams and enjoy collaborating with others to get results.
4. You enjoy solving problems and finding smarter ways to tackle challenges.
5. You’re adaptable, comfortable with change, and happy switching priorities when needed.
6. You’re curious about new tools and trends and keen to keep learning.
7. You’ve got great attention to detail and care about getting things right.
What you’ll need:
8. Solid experience with BI tools like Power BI, Sigma, or similar.
9. Strong SQL skills and a good understanding of data warehousing and databases.
10. A working knowledge of ETL processes (such as SSIS, AWS Glue or DBT).
11. Experience supporting or building data models.
Nice to have (we can help you get there)
12. Experience with modern data platforms like Snowflake or Databricks.
13. Exposure to AWS services such as S3, Lambda or MSK.
14. An interest in AI‑driven analytics tools.
15. Experience with big data technologies like Hadoop or Spark.
16. An understanding of data governance and data quality principles.
A Bit About Us
We’re big on appliances and electricals, REALLY big. Washing machines, fridge freezers and TVs? They’re our bread and butter. Mobiles, Airwraps and Ring doorbells? Yep, those too. If it plugs in, powers up or makes life easier, AO probably has it.
But we’re more than that… For over 25 years, trust has been at the heart of everything we do, helping us become the UK’s most trusted electrical retailer. Our customers rate us 4.9 on Trustpilot from nearly ONE MILLION reviews and more 5-star ratings than any other UK electrical retailer, because they know they can rely on us and it’s the exact same for our AOers too.
We truly believe it’s more than just a job, we genuinely care about each other and our impact on making our customers lives easier, by helping them brilliantly. Everyone here knows how their role makes a difference. Our people are our superpower, so, when it comes to finding new AOers, we know it’s about more than just a CV, it’s about what makes you, YOU.
Our Benefits
Our benefits are designed to cover the moments that matter to AOers. From health and wellness to giving back - you’ll be rewarded inside and outside of work.
17. Holidays; 25 days, plus bank holidays (increasing to 27 days after 2 years with us!)
18. Pension; Contribute 5% of your annual salary and we'll do the same, giving you a little extra support for the future.
19. Be a VIP at the AO Arena; we have loads of opportunities to win free tickets and pre-sale access!
20. Health & wellbeing; discounted gym membership, an onsite spa and our Help @ Hand scheme giving you access to virtual GPs, Mental Health support and much more.
21. Discounts; exclusive discounts across our product range.
22. Family leave; Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave.
23. Making a difference; 2 fully paid days a year to donate your time to any charity of your choice.
24. On site perks; start your day with free on site parking, grabbing a complimentary breakfast and a coffee at our subsidised in house coffee shop!
To see all our benefits and perks, visit our AO Benefits page.