Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Power BI Solutions Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced data visualization solutions across our organization. This role offers an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in business intelligence, data analytics, and solution architecture to empower teams with actionable insights. As a key driver of our data-driven initiatives, you will collaborate closely with stakeholders to craft scalable, efficient Power BI solutions that transform complex data into clear, compelling visual stories. Your technical leadership will ensure our analytics environment remains cutting-edge, reliable, and aligned with strategic goals.
Responsibilities
- Lead the architecture and deployment of enterprise Power BI solutions that meet diverse business needs and ensure seamless integration with existing data systems.
- Collaborate with business units to gather requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and develop tailored dashboards and reports that drive decision-making.
- Design scalable data models, optimize report performance, and implement best practices for data visualization and security within Power BI.
- Provide technical guidance on data governance, compliance standards, and security protocols to safeguard sensitive information.
- Stay abreast of emerging trends in business intelligence, including innovations in quantum engineering that could enhance analytical capabilities.
- Conduct training sessions and workshops to empower users at all levels to effectively utilize Power BI tools and features.
- Troubleshoot complex issues related to data connectivity, model performance, or visualization accuracy promptly and efficiently.
- Adoption Roadmap: Act as an internal consultant to provide strategic direction on Power BI integration across the enterprise.
- Pipeline Engineering: Architect and manage sophisticated data pipelines and automated integration workflows to ensure a seamless flow of information.
- Governance & Standards: Establish best practices for report development, data security, and workspace management.
- Structural Optimization: Design and implement efficient, scalable data models using Star/Snowflake schemas to ensure high performance.
- ETL & Data Wrangling: Connect to diverse internal and external data sources; perform rigorous data cleansing, transformation, and normalization to ensure "single source of truth" reliability.
- Relationship Management: Define complex data relationships and optimize underlying structures for maximum query speed.
- Dashboard Development: Conceptualize and build intuitive, interactive dashboards and KPI scorecards tailored to specific business needs.
- Exploratory Analysis: Dive deep into datasets to identify emerging trends, anomalies, and hidden patterns that provide a competitive edge.
- User-Centric Design: Collaborate directly with stakeholders to translate vague business questions into precise technical requirements and visual solutions.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct regular audits to ensure data accuracy, integrity, and strict adherence to security protocols.
- Performance Tuning: Monitor and optimize report performance, ensuring fast load times and a smooth user experience.
- Proven experience in a senior or lead capacity, specifically providing strategic guidance on Power BI Tenant administration and organizational adoption.
Experience
- Proven experience as a Power BI Solutions Architect or similar role with a strong portfolio of enterprise-level BI projects.
- Deep understanding of data modeling, DAX (Data Analysis Expressions), Power Query M language, and report optimization techniques.
- Hands-on experience integrating Power BI with various data sources such as SQL Server, Azure Data Lake, or cloud-based platforms.
- Knowledge of advanced analytics concepts
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear insights for non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Join us in shaping the future of business intelligence by transforming raw data into powerful visual narratives that inspire action!
Location & Eligibility
Please review the following criteria carefully before applying:
- Local Candidates Only: This position requires physical presence for collaboration and stakeholder meetings. We are currently only considering applicants residing within a commutable distance of our office. Relocation assistance is not provided.
- Work Authorization: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) is not available for this position, now or in the future.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $86,886.13 - $104,637.05 per year
Work Location: In person