Senior Data & BI Developer

First Technology Pty Ltd; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 80 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in South Africa is seeking a Senior Data & BI Developer to design and maintain BI solutions using Microsoft technologies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in data development and be proficient in data management and cloud technologies. Responsibilities include leading junior team members and collaborating with clients. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. Willingness to travel for client meetings is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data development and business intelligence, with at least 3 years working with Microsoft technologies.
• Strong understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, and performance tuning.
• Proven ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and customers.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Business Intelligence (BI) solutions using Microsoft technologies.
• Implement data solutions in Microsoft Azure.
• Lead and mentor junior team members in the development of data pipelines and BI dashboards.
• Collaborate with internal teams for integration of BI solutions.

Skills

SQL Server (SQL, T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS)

Power BI (report and dashboard development, DAX, Power Query)

Microsoft Azure (Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, Azure SQL Database)

Data modeling

ETL processes

Problem-solving skills

Education

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

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Power BI

Jira

Confluence

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Data & BI Developer to join our team. This is a key position for an individual who thrives in a Microsoft-centric environment and possesses extensive expertise in data management, business intelligence, and cloud technologies. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, capable of collaborating with both customers and internal teams, and have the flexibility to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Business Intelligence (BI) solutions using Microsoft technologies including SQL Server, Power BI, SSIS, SSRS, Azure and Fabric.
• Architect and implement data solutions in Microsoft Azure (Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, and Azure SQL Database).
• Work closely with customers to understand business requirements, propose data solutions, and deliver actionable insights.
• Lead and mentor junior team members in the development and optimization of data pipelines, data models, and BI dashboards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of BI solutions into existing systems.
• Take ownership of the full BI lifecycle, including requirements gathering, data modeling, development, testing, and deployment.
• Troubleshoot and optimize data workflows to ensure high performance and reliability.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Microsoft technologies and industry trends, evaluating new tools and solutions for potential integration into our ecosystem.
• Work in an agile environment and adapt quickly to changes in priorities or business needs.
• Travel to customer locations for meetings, workshops, or on-site project work as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data development and business intelligence, with at least 3 years working with Microsoft technologies.
• Strong experience in SQL Server (SQL, T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS).
• Expertise in Power BI, including report and dashboard development, DAX, and Power Query.
• Experience with cloud platforms, specifically Microsoft Azure (Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, Azure SQL Database, Azure Analysis Services).
• Strong understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, and performance tuning.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft certifications, such as: Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate, Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (preferred)
• Proven ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and customers.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.
• Experience with additional data platforms (e.g., Google BigQuery, Snowflake) is a plus.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and collaborative development tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
• Willingness to travel for client meetings and project delivery (up to 25%).

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of other BI tools or cloud platforms, including Google BigQuery, Snowflake, or AWS.
• Experience with advanced analytics and machine learning models is a bonus.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with both technical and business stakeholders.