Power BI Developer

Astra-North Infoteck Inc. ~ Conquering today’s challenges, achieving tomorrow’s vision!; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech firm in Toronto is looking for a skilled Power BI Developer to design and maintain reports and dashboards. This role involves collaborating closely with business stakeholders and data engineers to transform data into actionable insights. Key qualifications include strong expertise in Power BI, proficiency in DAX, and the ability to ensure data security and compliance. The position offers a hybrid work model with a preference for in-office collaboration two days a week.

Qualifications

• Strong experience designing and developing Power BI dashboards and reports.
• Proficiency in DAX, Power Query, and data modeling.
• Experience integrating data from multiple sources such as databases, APIs, files, and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards.
• Gather, analyze, and document business and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with data engineers and analysts to acquire and model data.

Skills

Designing and developing Power BI dashboards

Proficiency in DAX

Integrating data from multiple sources

Data security and compliance

Troubleshooting Power BI solutions

Collaborating in agile teams

Problem-solving skills

Data interpretation skills

Verbal and written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Job Title: Power BI Developer
Location: Toronto, ON
Work Model: Hybrid (2 days per week in-office preferred)

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Power BI Developer to design, develop, and maintain interactive reports and dashboards that support business decision‑making. The ideal candidate will work closely with business stakeholders, data engineers, and analysts to transform data into meaningful insights while ensuring data accuracy, security, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards aligned with business requirements.
• Gather, analyze, and document business and reporting requirements from stakeholders.
• Collaborate with data engineers and analysts to acquire, clean, transform, and model data for reporting.
• Develop and optimize complex DAX calculations and measures.
• Ensure data security, governance, and compliance with best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues related to Power BI reports and datasets.
• Provide training, documentation, and support to end users.
• Monitor report performance and implement optimizations as needed.
• Stay up to date with the latest Power BI features, updates, and industry trends.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Strong experience designing and developing Power BI dashboards and reports.
• Proficiency in DAX, Power Query, and data modeling.
• Experience integrating data from multiple sources such as databases, APIs, files, and cloud platforms.
• Understanding of data security, row‑level security (RLS), and compliance best practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize Power BI solutions.
• Experience collaborating within agile or cross‑functional teams.

Analytical Skills

• Strong problem‑solving skills to identify and resolve reporting and automation issues.
• Ability to analyze business processes and identify data and automation opportunities.
• Strong data interpretation skills to support data‑driven decision making.

Soft Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑based environment.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills to handle multiple priorities.

Business Skills

• Understanding of business operations and how analytics can drive improvement.
• Familiarity with industry‑specific regulations and compliance standards.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical reporting solutions.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Experience with Azure services (Azure SQL, Data Factory, Synapse, etc.).
• Knowledge of SQL and data warehousing concepts.
• Prior experience supporting enterprise‑level BI solutions.