Business Intelligence Specialist

Cognizant; Saint Paul (MN); Remote; USD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology service provider is seeking a Business Intelligence Specialist to transform raw data into strategic dashboards, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver actionable insights. This role requires 2+ years of data analysis experience and proficiency in SQL and business intelligence tools like Tableau and Power BI. The position is remote and offers a competitive salary between $73,000.00 - $83,000.00.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

401(k) plan

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in data analysis or business intelligence.
• Strong knowledge of data warehousing, data mining, and statistical analysis.
• Ability to analyze large datasets and identify trends.

Responsibilities

• Produce tracking and reporting for key KPIs and SLAs.
• Analyze and interpret large datasets to support business objectives.
• Maintain and enhance business intelligence platforms and tools.

Skills

Data analysis

Data modeling

Database technologies (SQL, Google BigQuery)

Business intelligence tools (Tableau, Power BI)

Statistical analysis

MS Excel

Power Query

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Overview

As a Business Intelligence Specialist, you will transform raw data into strategic dashboards and visualizations that empower decision-makers, uncover trends, and drive performance across business units. You will be a valued member of our analytics team, collaborating closely with business stakeholders to deliver actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Produce and deliver tracking and reporting for key KPIs and SLAs across the business.
• Understand business processes and requirements to identify opportunities for improvement or optimization through data analytics.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret large datasets to support business objectives.
• Maintain and enhance business intelligence platforms and tools.
• Build reports and tools outside the database environment to meet evolving business needs.
• Troubleshoot and optimize business intelligence models.
• Evaluate and improve existing business intelligence models for greater efficiency and impact.

Work model

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

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.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in data analysis or business intelligence.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Expertise in data modeling, database technologies (SQL, Google BigQuery, etc.), and business intelligence tools (Tableau, Power BI, Sisense, Looker, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of data warehousing, data mining, and statistical analysis.
• Ability to analyze large datasets, identify trends and patterns, and explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Power Query, and SQL.
• Fluency in English communication.

Nice to have

• Experience building and maintaining business intelligence models in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems using technical experience, judgment, and precedents.
• General understanding of business processes and objectives to align business intelligence with strategic goals.
• Experience with troubleshooting and optimizing BI models.
• Ability to communicate insights effectively to diverse audiences.

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.

Applications will be accepted until 10/19/2025

The annual salary for this position is between $73,000.00 - $83,000.00 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits

• 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

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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.