Senior Business Intelligence Developer (AI & Data Engineering)

Hire Resolve; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire Resolve is seeking a Senior Business Intelligence Developer to lead the design, development, and implementation of AI-driven data solutions in a hybrid/remote capacity. You will build robust pipelines using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Factory, and Power BI to deliver actionable insights and govern data security across global teams.

With 8+ years in BI or analytics, a CS/IS degree, and relevant certifications, you will mentor juniors and collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate

Qualifications

• 8+ years in BI, data engineering, or advanced analytics.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Data Science or equivalent.
• Certifications in Power BI, Azure Data Engineer, or DP-600 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize end-to-end ETL/ELT pipelines, data lakes, and warehouses.
• Develop high-performance Power BI dashboards and data models.
• Lead AI-driven BI solutions and automated workflows.
• Administer Azure and Power BI environments with governance and privacy controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional global teams and mentor juniors.

Skills

Microsoft Fabric

Azure Data Factory

Power BI

SQL

DAX

Python

R

Data Modeling

Data Warehousing

AI Automation

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or related field

Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst

Azure Data Engineer Associate

DP-600 (Fabric Analytics Engineer)

Tools

Power Automate

Power Apps

Job description

A company that provides a fintech ecosystem that bridges the gap between cash and digital economies, allowing unbanked or underbanked consumers to safely transact online without needing a bank account, is seeking aSenior Business Intelligence Developer to lead the design, development, and implementation of their next-generation, AI-driven data solutions -Hybrid/remote.

Responsibilities:

• Data Architecture & Pipelines: Design, build, and optimize robust end-to-end ETL/ELT pipelines, data lakes, and warehouses using Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server, and Azure Data Factory.

• Analytics & Reporting: Develop high-performance Power BI dashboards and data models that convert complex data sets into clear, actionable business insights.

• AI & Innovation: Lead the creation and deployment of AI-driven BI solutions, including intelligent data agents and process automation.

• Platform Admin & Governance: Administer Azure and Power BI environments, ensuring optimal performance, cost-efficiency, security, and strict PII compliance.

• Collaboration & Leadership: Partner with cross-functional global teams to gather requirements, mentor junior developers, and host training workshops to elevate the organization's data literacy.

Minimum Responsibilities:

• Core BI Stack: Deep expertise in Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Factory, and Power BI (including Power Automate and Power Apps).

• Languages: Advanced proficiency in SQL, DAX, Python, and R for data modeling, scripting, and automation.

• Data Engineering: Strong grasp of database architecture design (cloud and on-premise) and scalable data warehousing.

• AI & Automation: Hands-on experience developing AI data agents or automated workflows.

• Governance & Compliance: Solid understanding of data security protocols and data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR/POPIA PII tracking).

• Soft Skills: Excellent stakeholder management skills with a proven track record of delivering complex, international projects.

Qualifications & Education

• Experience: 8+ years of hands-on experience in BI, data engineering, or advanced analytics roles.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

• Certifications (Highly Desirable): Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst, Azure Data Engineer Associate, or DP-600 (Fabric Analytics Engineer).

Preferred Attributes (Bonus)

• Prior leadership, mentoring, or business development experience.

• Industry background in Finance, Sales, HR, or Geoscientific domains.

• Experience working within the market research sector.

Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience (salary can potentially be more based on experience/skills)

IF you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to [e-mail]