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Athene

Sr BI Analytics Engineer

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

$50 - $65/hr

As a Senior BI Analytics Engineer, you will play a critical role in transforming enterprise data into meaningful, actionable insights that drive strategic business decisions across Athene. Serving as ...

Georgia IT, Inc.

Power BI Lead- IA

Des Moines, IA · On-site

... data engineers, analysts, and developers to deliver end-to-end BI solutions. • Provide technical guidance and best practices to team members and stakeholders. • Implement BI security models ...

Truck Country

Data Engineer

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$108K - $129K/yr

As a Data Engineer, you'll develop and maintain scalable data pipelines, data transformation ... Support Power BI reporting, analytics, and AI initiatives * Ensure data is secure, reliable ...

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1 point system

AWS Data Engineer (Financial)

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$112K - $134K/yr

BI & Reporting Tools: * Power BI: Experience developing datasets, semantic models, dashboards, and ... Experience leveraging AI tools and technologies to enhance data engineering or analytics workflows.

Socket.dev

Data Engineer- Cloud

Davenport, IA · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Old Republic Bitco is seeking a Data Engineer - Cloud to join our Home Office located in Davenport ... Knowledge of Power BI semantic models optimized to provide actionable insights to stakeholders

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Bitco Corporation

Data Engineer- Cloud

Davenport, IA · On-site

Old Republic Bitco is seeking a Data Engineer - Cloud to join our Home Office located in Davenport ... Knowledge of Power BI semantic models optimized to provide actionable insights to stakeholders

RadNet, Inc.

Data Engineer- Cloud

Davenport, IA · On-site

$110 - $150/hr

Old Republic Bitco is seeking a Data Engineer - Cloud to join our Home Office located in Davenport ... Knowledge of Power BI semantic models optimized to provide actionable insights to stakeholders

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Bitco Corporation

Data Engineer- Cloud

Davenport, IA · On-site

Old Republic Bitco is seeking a Data Engineer - Cloud to join our Home Office located in Davenport ... Knowledge of Power BI semantic models optimized to provide actionable insights to stakeholders

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Data BI (Business Intelligence) Engineers are professionals who design, build, and maintain systems that transform raw data into meaningful business insights. They develop data pipelines, integrate various data sources, and create reports or dashboards to support decision-making processes. Their work ensures that companies have accurate, timely, and actionable information to drive strategy and operations. Data BI Engineers typically work closely with data analysts, data scientists, and business stakeholders.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Data BI engineer?

To thrive as a Data BI Engineer, you need strong skills in data modeling, SQL, ETL processes, and a background in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker, as well as experience with data warehouses and cloud platforms like AWS or Azure, is typically required. Critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for translating data insights into actionable business recommendations. These skills and qualities are essential for building reliable data solutions that empower organizations to make informed, data-driven decisions.

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A Data BI Engineer frequently works with business stakeholders and data analysts to understand data requirements, translate business needs into technical specifications, and ensure data solutions align with organizational goals. This role often involves participating in meetings to gather requirements, sharing progress updates, and iterating on dashboards or data pipelines based on feedback. Effective communication is key, as Data BI Engineers must bridge the gap between technical data structures and actionable business insights. Regular collaboration helps ensure that the data solutions provided are both technically sound and valuable for decision-making.

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AspectData Bi EngineerData Analyst
Primary FocusBuilding data pipelines, data warehousing, and integrating data systemsAnalyzing data to generate reports and insights
Skills & ToolsSQL, ETL processes, data modeling, cloud platformsExcel, SQL, visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI
Work EnvironmentData engineering teams, IT departments, cloud environmentsBusiness units, analytics teams, management
CredentialsData engineering certifications, SQL, cloud certificationsData analysis certifications, SQL, visualization skills

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Senior Power BI Developer

Cognizant Technology Solutions

Des Moines, IA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Cognizant rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 86 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 72 rated business consultants

Job description

Job Title: Senior Power BI Developer
Job Location: Hybrid [3 days] - Des Moines, IA
Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Power BI Developer with strong expertise in enterprise reporting, data analytics, visualization, and automation to support a large-scale Managed Services environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining executive dashboards, operational scorecards, KPI frameworks, and automation solutions that provide actionable insights across IT Service Management (ITSM), Infrastructure Operations, Cloud Services, Asset Management, and Financial Reporting domains.
This role requires a combination of advanced Power BI development skills, strong SQL and data modeling expertise, and a deep understanding of ITIL-based service management processes. The successful candidate will work closely with executive leadership, service delivery teams, and customers to deliver enterprise-grade reporting solutions that drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.
In this role, you will
Reporting & Dashboard Development
  • Design, develop, and maintain interactive Power BI dashboards, scorecards, and reports for executive and operational stakeholders.
  • Create visually compelling and data-driven reports that provide actionable business insights.
  • Develop KPI dashboards and performance management frameworks aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Build reporting solutions for:
    • SLA Performance Management
    • Incident Management
    • Service Request Management
    • Problem Management
    • Change Management
    • Asset & Configuration Management
    • Service Desk Operations
    • Network Operations
    • Infrastructure Operations
    • Cloud Operations
    • Customer Experience Metrics
    • Financial and P&L Reporting
  • Deliver customer-facing reports for Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Business Reviews.
  • Develop real-time and near real-time reporting solutions for operational decision-making.

Data Engineering, Modeling & Analytics
  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise data models.
  • Create complex DAX calculations, KPIs, measures, and business metrics.
  • Develop Power Query (M) transformations and ETL workflows.
  • Optimize datasets, semantic models, and report performance.
  • Implement enterprise data warehousing and reporting best practices.
  • Develop predictive analytics, trend analysis, and operational forecasting capabilities.
  • Ensure data quality, consistency, governance, and integrity across all reporting solutions.

Data Integration Responsibilities
  • Integrate and consolidate data from multiple enterprise platforms including:
    • ServiceNow
    • ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus
    • Microsoft Intune
    • SCCM / MECM
    • Azure Services
    • AWS Services
    • Monitoring & Observability Platforms
    • CMDB Systems
    • Asset Management Tools
    • ERP & Financial Systems
    • SharePoint
    • SQL Databases
    • REST APIs and Third-Party Data Sources

Reporting Automation & Process Optimization
  • Automate manual reporting processes using Power BI and Microsoft Power Platform technologies.
  • Develop end-to-end automated reporting and distribution workflows.
  • Implement scheduled refreshes, exception monitoring, and data validation processes.
  • Build self-service reporting capabilities that eliminate manual spreadsheet-driven reporting.
  • Develop automated report subscriptions, alerts, and notifications.
  • Create reusable reporting templates and reporting frameworks.
  • Integrate Power BI with Power Automate, SharePoint, Excel, and enterprise applications.

Executive & Customer Reporting
  • Build CIO-level dashboards and executive scorecards.
  • Design strategic reporting frameworks for business and technology leadership.
  • Create management dashboards for:
    • Service Delivery Performance
    • Resource Utilization
    • Productivity Metrics
    • Customer Satisfaction (CSAT)
    • Governance Compliance
    • Operational Risks
    • Service Improvements
    • Backlog Management
    • Ticket Volume Analysis
    • Capacity Planning
  • Deliver reporting packages supporting executive reviews, governance meetings, and customer presentations.
  • Provide analytical insights and recommendations that support business decisions.

Governance, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
  • Establish enterprise reporting standards, governance models, and dashboard design principles.
  • Ensure reporting consistency across customer environments and service delivery teams.
  • Conduct periodic data quality assessments and governance audits.
  • Implement security standards including Row-Level Security (RLS) and data access controls.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives through analytics and operational intelligence.
  • Participate in governance forums, account reviews, and service improvement programs.
  • Maintain documentation covering data sources, reporting architecture, KPIs, calculations, and reporting standards.

What you'll need to succeed (required skills)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Engineering, or related discipline.
  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
  • Experience supporting Managed Services or IT Outsourcing environments.
  • Experience building executive dashboards for CIO and senior leadership teams.
  • Knowledge of Azure Analytics Services, Fabric, Synapse Analytics, or Databricks.
  • Experience integrating Power BI with ServiceNow and ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus.
  • Understanding of CMDB, Asset Management, and Configuration Management reporting.
  • Experience with predictive analytics, machine learning integration, and advanced statistical reporting.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms including Microsoft Azure and AWS.
  • Power BI Certification and Microsoft Data Analytics certifications preferred.

Required Technical Skills
Microsoft Power BI
  • Power BI Desktop
  • Power BI Service
  • Power Query (M)
  • DAX
  • Data Modeling
  • Dataset Management
  • Tabular Models
  • KPI Scorecards
  • Executive Dashboards
  • Paginated Reports
  • Deployment Pipelines
  • Gateway Administration
  • Row-Level Security (RLS)
  • Workspace Administration
  • Performance Optimization

Database & Data Engineering
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • T-SQL
  • Stored Procedures
  • Views
  • Data Warehousing
  • Data Lakes
  • ETL Development
  • Data Integration
  • Data Validation & Reconciliation
  • Query Performance Optimization

Automation & Integration
  • Microsoft Power Automate
  • Excel VBA
  • REST APIs
  • JSON/XML Processing
  • SharePoint Integration
  • Dataflows
  • Scheduled Refresh Management
  • Automated Report Distribution

ITSM & Operations Knowledge
  • ITIL Framework
  • Incident Management
  • Problem Management
  • Change Management
  • Service Request Management
  • CMDB
  • IT Asset Management
  • Service Level Management
  • Service Desk Operations
  • Infrastructure Operations
  • Cloud Operations

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) plan and contributions
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Work model:
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid role requiring 3 days a week at client site in Des Moines, IA, USA.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
"Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization's unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] for roles based in the Americas or [email protected] for roles based in India.

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