Power BI Developer

Koniag Government Services•Huntsville, AL

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Koniag IT Systems, LLC a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Power BI Developer with a Secret clearance to support KITS and our government customer in Huntsville, AL. This is an onsite position. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. Koniag IT Systems, LLC a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an experienced Power BI Developer to lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced business intelligence and data visualization solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in Power BI and the broader Microsoft Power Platform ecosystem. This role requires the ability to transform complex data into actionable insights through compelling dashboards, reports, and analytics solutions that drive informed decision-making. The Power BI Developer will serve as the technical authority on all Power BI initiatives, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, performant, and aligned with organizational data strategy. The Power BI Subject Matter Expert will be responsible for the full development of Power BI solutions, from requirements gathering through deployment and ongoing maintenance. This role combines technical excellence with strategic thinking to deliver data visualization and analytics solutions that meet complex business intelligence needs. The Power BI SME will work closely with stakeholders, data engineers, and business users to understand requirements, design optimal data models, and create intuitive, impactful visualizations. The SME will also serve as a technical leader and mentor, establishing best practices and promoting data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, or related field from an accredited college or university
Equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
5+ years of hands-on experience developing Power BI solutions in enterprise environments
3+ years of experience with the broader Microsoft Power Platform including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Microsoft Dataverse
Demonstrated experience designing and implementing complex data models and DAX calculations
Proven track record of delivering Power BI solutions that meet business intelligence requirements and drive organizational value
Experience with data integration, ETL/ELT processes, and working with diverse data sources
Secret Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate
Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate
Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate
Microsoft Power Platform Functional Consultant Associate
Advanced certifications in Azure data services (e.g., Azure Data Engineer Associate, Azure Database Administrator Associate)
Experience supporting government or DoD customers
Master's degree in related field
Experience with advanced Power BI features including aggregations, composite models, and calculation groups
Knowledge of Power BI REST API and embedding scenarios
Experience with Power BI Report Server (on-premises deployment)
Familiarity with R or Python integration within Power BI for advanced analytics
Experience with Azure DevOps for Power Platform ALM
Knowledge of Tabular Object Model (TOM) and Analysis Services
Experience with paginated reports (SSRS-style reports) in Power BI
Understanding of data warehousing concepts and dimensional modeling techniques
Familiarity with other BI and visualization tools (Tableau, Qlik, etc.) for comparative analysis
Experience with real-time streaming data and DirectQuery optimization
Knowledge of mobile BI design patterns and responsive report layouts
Experience implementing Power BI solutions in multi-tenant environments
Understanding of Microsoft Information Protection and data loss prevention in Power BI
Experience with Power BI Premium per User (PPU) and Premium capacity management
Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric and its integration with Power BI
Knowledge of Agile/Scrum development methodologies
Experience conducting Power BI training and workshops for end users
Active participation in Power BI community and contributions to forums or blogs
Experience with government data standards and compliance requirements (FedRAMP, FISMA, etc.)

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of Power BI dashboards, reports, and paginated reports
Architect and implement complex data models using Power BI Desktop, including star schemas, snowflake schemas, and optimized relationships
Develop advanced DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) calculations, measures, and calculated columns to support sophisticated analytical requirements
Create interactive, user-friendly visualizations that effectively communicate insights to diverse audiences
Design and implement Power BI solutions that integrate seamlessly with other Microsoft Power Platform components including Power Apps and Power Automate
Connect Power BI to various data sources including Microsoft Dataverse, SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, SharePoint, Excel, APIs, and cloud-based data platforms
Implement Row-Level Security (RLS) and Object-Level Security (OLS) to ensure appropriate data access controls
Optimize Power BI reports and dashboards for performance, including query optimization and data model efficiency improvements
Configure and manage Power BI Service workspaces, including capacity management, gateway configuration, and refresh schedules
Develop and implement data refresh strategies including incremental refresh and real-time data connectivity
Integrate Power BI solutions with Microsoft Azure services such as Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake, Azure Functions, and Azure Logic Apps
Collaborate with data engineers and database administrators to ensure optimal data pipeline architecture
Implement Power BI embedding scenarios for custom applications using Power BI Embedded or Power BI REST APIs
Create and maintain documentation including technical specifications, data dictionaries, and user guides
Establish and enforce Power BI development standards, best practices, and governance policies
Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance to junior developers
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to Power BI reports, data sources, and gateway connectivity
Provide training and support to end users on Power BI capabilities and self-service analytics
Stay current with Power BI updates, new features, and industry best practices
Support Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) practices for Power Platform solutions including version control and deployment pipelines
Monitor Power BI usage analytics and capacity metrics to ensure optimal system performance
Participate in requirements gathering sessions and translate business needs into technical solutions
Ensure all Power BI solutions meet security, compliance, and regulatory requirements