IT Business Intelligence Analyst

nLIGHT, Inc.; Camas (WA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Target Cash Bonus 5% of earned wages

Restricted Stock Units

Paid Time Off 4 weeks/year

10 paid holidays

Health benefits from day 1

Job summary

nLIGHT, Inc. is seeking a Business Intelligence Analyst to design, develop, and support scalable reporting and data solutions.

You will partner with IT and stakeholders to translate needs into data-driven insights, building Power BI reports, semantic models, SQL queries, and data pipelines to drive operational and strategic decisions. The role collaborates with the BI team to maintain consistent data models, improve reporting performance, and support our modern analytics platform in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 3+ years of experience in relational databases, SQL, and reporting.
• Strong SQL skills and data modeling understanding (dimensional modeling).
• Experience building interactive Power BI reports and semantic models using DAX.
• Familiarity with ETL concepts and cloud data platforms (Azure, Fabric).
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and maintains Power BI datasets and reports with data modeling and performance optimization.
• Builds data pipelines and ETL processes for data ingestion and preparation for reporting and analytics.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to translate business questions into insights.
• Works with Microsoft Fabric and Azure-based services to support data workflows.
• Documents data definitions and report logic to support maintainability.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Power BI

DAX

SQL

Azure

Microsoft Fabric

Job description

About nLIGHT

At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made.

Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).

Summary

The Business Intelligence Analyst designs, develops, and supports scalable reporting and data solutions across the organization. This role partners with IT and business stakeholders to gather requirements, translate business needs into data-driven insights, and build Power BI reports, semantic models, SQL queries, and data pipelines that support operational and strategic decision-making. The position works closely with the BI Team to maintain consistent data models, improve reporting performance, and support the organization's modern analytics platform.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and maintains Power BI datasets and reports, including data modeling, DAX development, and performance optimization.
• Builds and supports data pipelines and ETL processes to ingest, transform, and prepare data for reporting, analytics, and eventual AI ingestion.
• Collaborates with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translates business questions into data-driven insights.
• Works with modern data platforms, such as Microsoft Fabric and Azure-based services, to support data ingestion, transformation, and orchestration workflows.
• Follows established data architecture standards and partners closely with the BI/Data Architect to ensure consistency across data models, pipelines, and reporting solutions.
• Documents data definitions, report logic, and processes to support maintainability and knowledge sharing.
• Supports other data projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience with relational databases, SQL, and reporting or analytics solutions; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Strong SQL skills and understanding of data modeling concepts (e.g., dimensional modeling).
• Experience building interactive reports and semantic models in Power BI, including DAX.
• Familiarity with ETL concepts and data pipeline development.
• Experience with or exposure to cloud-based data platforms (Azure, Microsoft Fabric, or similar).
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to take direction, accept constructive criticism and be diplomatic when reviewing work of others.
• Knowledge of standard reporting used for manufacturing, finance, and supply chain management.
• Experience with ERP, MES, or HRIS systems (Dynamics 365 a plus).
• Exposure to Power Query, Fabric pipelines, or data lake/lakehouse concepts.
• Familiarity with SOX and other government regulatory reporting environments.
• Demonstrated judgment, discretion, and professionalism, including the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially, maintain appropriate boundaries, and elevate issues when needed.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, support change, and contribute to process improvements in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Starting salary level is based on qualifications:

• Business Intelligence Analyst I: $89,000 - $100,000 annually
• Business Intelligence Analyst II: $95,000 - $115,000 annually

Other Compensation and Benefits

• Target Cash Bonusof5% ofearnedwages, depending on level.
• Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants
• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
• 10 paid Holidays
• Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age.For more information about our commitment to equal employmentopportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is IllegalIf you are an individual with a disability and needa reasonableaccommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or[88].

Employment Details

nLIGHTis subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, aUS citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).

E-Verify Participation: nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Additional Notices

For more information, please review the following notices:

• E-Verify Participation Poster
• Right to Work Poster