BI (Business Intelligence) Engineer
6 Months FTC - £27.27 – £29.79 per hour (depending on experience) + Holiday Pay
BI Engineers play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining our data visualization and reporting solutions using Microsoft Power BI. They collaborate with various stakeholders across the university to gather requirements and transform complex data into intuitive and actionable visualizations. Their expertise in business intelligence will contribute to enhancing data-driven decision-making processes across the university.
Duties and responsibilities
* Develop and maintain interactive and visually appealing reports, dashboards, and analytical solutions using Power BI.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, understand data sources, and translate business needs into effective visualizations.
* Supporting data literacy, promoting data product adoption and ensuring data governance policies are followed.
* Optimize and improve existing Power BI solutions, ensuring data quality, performance, and usability.
* Conduct training sessions and provide technical support to end-users, empowering them to leverage Power BI capabilities effectively.
* Work closely with the IT team to ensure the integrity, security, and governance of data assets in compliance with university policies and regulations.
* Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives, contributing your Power BI expertise to enable data-driven solutions and support strategic objectives.
* Collaborate with University stakeholders to identify key metrics, trends, and insights to drive informed decision-making.
* Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making by promoting the value and benefits of Power BI across the university community.
* Stay up to date with the latest Power BI features, functionalities, and best practices, and provide guidance on their application within the university's data ecosystem.
Essential Criterion
Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Proven experience as a Power BI Developer or similar role, including designing and implementing end-to-end Power BI solutions.
Proficiency in using Power BI Desktop, and DAX formulas to develop interactive reports and dashboards.
Strong understanding of data visualization best practices.
Proficient in SQL for data manipulation and analysis.
Familiarity with data warehousing concepts and multidimensional data models.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex business requirements into user-friendly visualizations.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Desirable Criterion
Masters degree in related subject
Knowledge of data governance and security principles, including GDPR compliance.