Power BI Developer

Role: Power BI Developer

Location: Bellevue, WA (Onsite) Locals

Type: Contract


Overview


We are seeking a skilled Power BI Developer with hands-on experience in Azure Data Explorer (ADX) and Kusto Query Language (KQL) to design, develop, and optimize data visualization and analytics solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data modeling, real-time analytics, and building scalable dashboards using modern Azure data services.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI
• Write and optimize queries using Kusto Query Language (KQL) in Azure Data Explorer (ADX)
• Integrate Power BI with Azure Data Explorer and other Azure data sources
• Perform data modeling, transformation, and ETL processes using Power Query (M Language) and DAX
• Analyze large-scale datasets and provide actionable insights for business stakeholders
• Optimize report performance and ensure scalability for enterprise-level usage
• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and business teams to define data requirements
• Implement row-level security (RLS) and data governance best practices
• Monitor and troubleshoot data pipelines and reporting issues
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and reliability across dashboards

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in Power BI development
• Strong experience with Azure Data Explorer (ADX)
• Proficiency in Kusto Query Language (KQL)
• Strong knowledge of DAX , Power Query , and data modeling concepts
• Experience working with large datasets and real-time analytics
• Understanding of Azure ecosystem (Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, etc.)
• Experience with SQL and relational databases
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with streaming data and time-series analysis in ADX
• Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and dimensional modeling
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps or CI/CD pipelines
• Microsoft certifications (e.g., Power BI, Azure Data Engineer)
• Experience with APIs and data integration

Nice to Have

• Experience in Python or Spark for data processing
• Exposure to big data platforms and cloud-native architectures
• Understanding of data governance and security frameworks

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in Agile/Scrum environments
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and performance