Senior Power BI Developer
- Full-Stack
- Remote
- 4000 - 6000 USD
- Senior
- Full-Time
- Remote
XY DIGITAL is hiring a Senior Power BI Developer to join the Common Digital Platforms team within the Department of Government Enablement (Gov Digital) in Abu Dhabi. This is a strategic and hands-on role focused on designing and delivering interactive dashboards, BI solutions, and data models that empower key decision-makers across the government.
Step 1: CV review
Step 2: Technical interview (BI architecture + practical test)
Step 3: Final interview with Abu Dhabi Gov Digital team
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Long-term / Full-time (Remote)
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into effective BI solutions
Develop interactive dashboards, reports, and data visualizations in Power BI using best practices for usability and performance
Optimize existing Power BI datasets, reports, and dashboards for speed, scalability, and clarity
Design and implement robust data models using DAX and Power Query (M)
Integrate data from multiple sources (SQL Server, Excel, APIs, etc.) and ensure data accuracy and consistency
Define and implement Row-Level Security (RLS) where needed
Document solutions clearly, from data definitions to dashboard usage guides
Act as a mentor to junior BI developers and provide code reviews and guidance
Stay updated on Power BI features, Microsoft Fabric, and industry trends to continuously improve solutions
Support troubleshooting and provide post-deployment maintenance and enhancements
Minimum 7 years in business intelligence development
At least 5 years working with Power BI
Strong expertise in DAX, Power Query (M), and data modeling
Advanced SQL knowledge (e.g., SQL Server, Azure SQL)
Experience with large datasets and enterprise-grade environments
Proficient with Power BI Service: workspaces, apps, pipelines, access control
Clear communicator with ability to translate business needs into BI tools
Strong documentation and troubleshooting skills
Fluent in English (written and verbal)
Experience with Microsoft Fabric or Azure Synapse
Familiarity with Power Automate
Experience in Agile/Scrum environments
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines for Power BI
Microsoft Certifications (PL-300, PL-600) are a plus