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We are looking for a versatile Full Stack BI Developer who combines strong technical engineering skills with a business-focused analytics mindset.

In this role, you will be deeply involved in both our core product and our client-facing reporting operations. You will help maintain our existing PostgreSQL data warehouse pipelines in Azure, build dynamic new dashboards directly within our software product, and deliver polished, executive-ready Power BI and Excel reports to clients. You will also partner directly with clients to define key performance indicators (KPIs), perform advanced statistical modeling, and comprehensively document our data ecosystem.

This is a full-time position based at our Sacramento headquarters.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy interactive dashboards and widgets within our product, while creating custom Power BI and Excel reports tailored to client needs.
  
• Maintain, monitor, and optimize existing data warehouse pipelines powered by PostgreSQL and MSSQL to ensure reliable data flow.
  
• Conduct correlation analyses, build forecasting models, and identify/resolve data gaps to deliver accurate analytical outputs.
  
• Proactively define and implement meaningful KPIs that drive actionable insights for internal teams and external clients.
  
• Meet with clients to gather reporting requirements, present solutions, and support ongoing analytical needs.
  
• Author complete documentation across the data lifecycle, including workflows, technical architecture, version-controlled code, client user guides, and a detailed dictionary of dashboards, widgets, and charts.
  

Qualifications & Requirements

• 3–4 years of experience in Business Intelligence, Data Engineering, or Full-Stack Application/Analytics development.
  
• Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL and MSSQL in a cloud environment (Azure preferred), including writing optimized queries, views, and functions.
  
• Strong Git experience for managing SQL scripts, Python pipelines, and codebase integration.
  
• Expert proficiency in Power BI (DAX, Power Query, data modeling) and advanced Microsoft Excel (functions, Power Query, dynamic reporting).
  
• Advanced SQL skills; solid Python experience for data manipulation, statistical analysis, forecasting, and pipeline automation.
  
• Working familiarity with React (front-end dashboard integration) and .NET (back-end service integration).
  
• Demonstrated experience with correlation analysis, time-series forecasting, trend analysis, and identifying data gaps.
  
• Exceptional communication skills; comfortable leading client meetings and creating clear technical and end-user documentation.
  

Tech Stack

• Databases & Cloud: PostgreSQL, MSSQL, Azure
  
• BI & Reporting: Power BI, Microsoft Excel
  
• Languages & Tools: Python, SQL, Git
  
• Application Frameworks: React, .NET (familiarity)
  

Why Work at NEXGEN:

• Engage with an innovative and intelligent team 
  
• Fun & progressive culture in a dog-friendly office 
  
• Flexible work environment 
  
• Competitive salaries and room for growth 
  
• Excellent benefits 
  

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Starts at 15 days per year, increasing by 8 hours for each additional year of service (capped at 200 hours).
  
• Paid Sick Leave: 40 hours per year.
  
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan eligible after 3 months of service with up to a 4% company match.
  
• Healthcare: Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance options.
  
• Holidays: Standard paid company holidays.
  

NEXGEN Core Values:

Courage – Do the right thing & do not be afraid of taking smart risks 

• Be bold and make intelligent decisions 
  
• Take initiative even when faced with adversity 
  

Innovation – Promote innovation & continuous improvement 

• Approach work with intellectual curiosity 
  
• Follow best practices of the industry 
  

Respect – Treat others with respect & professionalism 

• Be honest, open, and forthright 
  
• Approach the organization, clients and team with integrity 
  

Proactive – Anticipate & take the initiative to achieve results 

• Be aware of the situation and environment 
  
• Anticipate needs and take initiative to address them 
  

Results – Deliver exceptional results 

• Hold yourself accountable to deliverables and deadlines 
  
• Strive for excellence 
  

Community – Build a community of co-workers and clients 

• Family-driven culture of teamwork 
  
• Connect on a personal level with team and clients  
  

NEXGEN is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.