Senior Data Platform Manager

Durham University; North East; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham University is seeking an experienced BI professional to own the end‑to‑end management of the Power BI and Microsoft Fabric platform as part of the new institutional data platform. You will design, configure, deploy, support and continually improve the service to align with the university’s priorities and user needs. You will lead technology change under the Data Strategy to maximise data as a strategic asset. For a chat, contact Neil Dawson, Head of Business Intelligence.

Job description

The Role and Department

This role is an integral part of a shift in service ownership for Power BI and Microsoft Fabric. The service was previously owned by the Computing and Information Services (CIS) and is now owned by the Strategy, Planning and Insight Office (SPIO). This innovate way of working will ensure that our new institutional data platform (in Microsoft Fabric) is aligned with organisational priorities and customer needs. The post holder will be responsible for the end-to-end management of the Power BI/Fabric platform, including its design, configuration, deployment, support, maintenance, and continuous improvement. They will lead the delivery of technology change in support of the organisation's Data Strategy, enabling better use of data as a strategic asset.

What you need to submit

• A CV: and
• A supporting statement which outlines how you meet all of the criteria within the Person Specification.

Contact details

For a chat about the role or any further information please contact Neil Dawson, Head of Business Intelligence ().