Senior Business Intelligence Developer

SUMMARY:
Business Intelligence Developer - Roodepoort, Gauteng

POSITION INFO:
We are seeking a seasoned Business Intelligence Developer with a strong background in Microsoft SQL Server and Power BI to join a company in the West Rand of Gauteng.

This role is pivotal in designing, developing, and maintaining the business intelligence solutions, providing critical insights that drive strategic decision-making within the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Design and Develop BI Solutions: Design, develop, and deploy sophisticated BI solutions, including interactive reports, dashboards, and data visualizations using Microsoft SQL Server and Power BI. Ensure solutions are scalable, repeatable, and effective, and meet the expectations of stakeholders.
• Data Analysis and Interpretation: Analyze and interpret complex data sets using advanced statistical techniques. Provide insights and recommendations that drive strategic decisions. Develop and implement methodologies for data analysis.
• Data Management: Ensure the accuracy, quality, and integrity of data used for analysis and reporting. Develop and implement data governance practices. Manage metadata and ensure it is accurate and up to date.
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with various teams across the organization, including IT, Marketing, Sales, and Operations, to understand their needs and develop solutions. Present complex findings in a clear and concise manner to non-technical stakeholders.
• Maintenance and Support: Provide ongoing maintenance and support of BI solutions. Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner. Optimize performance of BI tools and systems.

• Proven experience as a Business Intelligence Developer, with a portfolio of past BI projects.
• In-depth understanding of database management systems, OLAP, and ETL/ELT framework.
• Expertise in Microsoft SQL Server (including SSIS and SSRS) and Power BI, with a strong understanding of BI best practices and trends.
• Strong analytical skills, with a knack for interpreting complex data sets, identifying trends, and providing insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization and explain complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.

• National Senior Certificate
• Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant field.

• BSc degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant field.
• Relevant industry certifications such as Microsoft Certified: SQL Server / Power BI Data Analyst

• Knowledge of the Autoline Rev8 and Drive IA system and its data structures
• Experience in data warehouse design (e.g. dimensional modeling) and data mining.
• Knowledge of the C# programming language.
• Experience in the Microsoft Power platform.
• Experience in the Microsoft Azure platform.