Sr Business Intelligence Developer

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Senior BI Developer to lead the company’s BI strategy and enterprise solutions. You will oversee design, implement BI systems, ensure data accuracy and security, and mentor the BI team to deliver high-impact insights.

You will work in a hybrid office setting, collaborating with executives and cross-functional teams to align BI initiatives with strategic goals and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in BI, Data Analytics or related role.
• Higher level degree may substitute for experience.
• In absence of a degree, a minimum of 12 years of related experience is required.
• Expert proficiency in BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong SQL skills and extensive experience with relational databases and complex queries.
• Extensive ETL, data integration, and data warehousing experience.
• Deep understanding of BI/Data Warehousing concepts.
• Advanced experience with Power BI reporting.
• Solid SQL skills and ability to write highly-optimized queries.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the organization’s BI strategy and initiatives.
• Oversee design and implementation of large-scale BI solutions.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security in BI systems.
• Optimize performance and scalability of BI solutions.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to the BI team.
• Develop and enforce data governance policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with executives to align BI with goals.
• Represent the organization at industry conferences and forums.

Skills

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

ETL

Data warehousing

Data governance

Data modeling

Python

DAX

Stored procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field

Master’s degree preferred

12+ years of related experience in absence of degree

Tools

SSIS

SSAS

SQL Server

Azure data services

Job description

Do you have an eye for detail and a passion for developing innovation solutions? Join our team! As a Senior Business Intelligence (BI) Developer, you will be a strategic leader responsible for defining and executing the organization’s BI strategy. You will oversee the design and implementation of enterprise-level BI solutions, ensure data accuracy and security, and mentor the BI development team to achieve excellence.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

• Define and execute the organization’s BI strategy and initiatives.
• Oversee the design and implementation of complex, large-scale BI solutions.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security in all BI systems.
• Optimize the performance and scalability of BI solutions.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to the BI development team.
• Develop and enforce robust data governance policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align BI initiatives with organizational goals.
• Represent the organization at industry conferences and forums.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Business Intelligence, Data Analytics or a related role.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 12 years of related experience is required.
• Expert proficiency in BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong SQL skills and extensive experience with relational databases and complex queries.
• Extensive experience with extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes, data integration, and data warehousing.
• Deep understanding of Business Intelligence / Data Warehousing concepts.
• Advanced experience with reporting tools (Power BI).
• Solid SQL skills and the ability to write complex, highly-optimized queries.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Secret Security Clearanc e

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry.
• Certification in BI tools or data analytics.
• Knowledge of cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Significant experience with Business Intelligence tools (one or more of the following: Power BI, Tableau, Cognos, qlikview, TIBCO Spotfire, SAP Business Objects, SAP Crystal Reports).
• Advanced Power BI Skills:
• Data Model design: familiarity with OLAP and Tabular model design principles.
• Languages: Advanced DAX, Power Query (M).
• Dashboard development, Workspace management, role-level security control.
• Skills in other MS SQL Server technologies – SSIS, SSAS, Stored Procedures.
• Knowledge of Python, Scala, PySpark, R or other languages is a plus.
• Data profiling skills.
• Knowledge of multiple development methodologies, preferably Agile.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
• Frequent communication with team members and stakeholders.
• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs occasionally.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior BI developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the BI team.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders, to understand data needs and deliver high-quality BI solutions.
• Foster strong collaboration with other departments, including IT, operations, and compliance, to ensure BI solutions are integrated seamlessly and support the broader organizational objectives.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $124,771.42 - $171,560.71. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.