Power BI Developer

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At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 15,000+, and has 60 offices in 20 countries within key global markets.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Mississauga, ON is CAD 125k - CAD 145k/year & benefits (see below).

Work location: Mississauga, ON (Hybrid, 3 Days in a Week)

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Power BI Developer with a strong background in SQL, data warehousing, and enterprise analytics. The ideal candidate will excel in designing, developing, and optimizing complex dashboards and reports, while collaborating closely with business stakeholders to deliver actionable insights. The role also requires additional expertise in scripting, REST API, and familiarity with DevOps practices to support automation, deployment, and troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain interactive reports, dashboards, and ad-hoc queries using Power BI.
• Collaborate with business users and analysts to gather requirements and translate them into data solutions.
• Utilize Power Query, Power Pivot, and data modeling techniques to create efficient data models.
• Develop and optimize DAX queries for performance and analytical depth.
• Create and manage Paginated Reports using Power BI Report Builder or similar tools.
• Manage and query SQL Server or other relational databases to extract and analyze data.
• Support script-based jobs and automation workflows through scripting and REST API integrations.
• Assist in deploying solutions using Azure DevOps, GIT, and related CI/CD practices, with a conceptual understanding of deployment pipelines.
• Troubleshoot data-related issues and provide quick resolutions to ensure system reliability.
• Participate in the full project life cycle, from requirement gathering to deployment and maintenance.

Must-Have Skills:

• Extensive experience in data modeling using Power Query and Power Pivot.
• Proficiency in DAX for creating complex measures and calculated columns.
• Strong SQL skills, especially with SQL Server or similar relational databases, including query optimization.
• Proven experience in developing reports and dashboards for enterprise-level systems.
• Solid understanding of Fixed Income, Equity, and Derivatives businesses.
• Ability to analyze user requirements, recommend solutions, and implement them effectively.
• Experience supporting REST API integrations and scripting for automation purposes.
• Basic understanding of DevOps principles, version control (GIT, Azure Repos), and deployment pipelines.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-driven with strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Working knowledge of Data Flows within Power BI.
• Experience with Power BI Report Server (PBRS).
• Familiarity with Power BI Service (Power On) and cloud-based analytics solutions.
• Experience with Snowflake data warehouse or other cloud data platforms.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in data warehousing, business intelligence, analytics, and reporting.
• At least 3+ years of experience with relational and multi-dimensional (OLAP) data modeling.
• Proficient in SQL, including query optimization and database design.
• Strong understanding of financial products, including Fixed Income, Equity, and Derivatives.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects in a high-pressure environment.

We can offer you:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package
• A multinational organization with 60 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad
• 15 days of paid annual leave (plus national holidays)
• A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability
• RRSP with employer’s contribution
• A higher education certification policy
• Comprehensive Relocation Expense Coverage
• Commuter benefits
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms
• A flat and approachable organization
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more. All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.