Senior BI Developer (Tableau)
WFA Digital Insight
As the demand for data-driven decision making grows, so does the need for skilled BI developers. With a 25% increase in job postings for BI specialists in the past year, professionals with expertise in tools like Tableau are in high demand. Proxify, a platform connecting top developers with opportunities, is now looking for a Senior BI Developer to lead their business intelligence efforts. To succeed in this role, candidates should have a strong foundation in data analysis, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work remotely in a fast-paced environment. Before applying, consider highlighting your experience with cloud data warehouses and dimensional modeling, as well as your ability to synthesize complex quantitative analysis into clear, actionable insights.
Job Description
## About the Role As a Senior BI Developer at Proxify, you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and maintaining the company's enterprise-level business intelligence infrastructure. Your expertise in Tableau will be crucial in transforming complex datasets into intuitive data stories that drive massive business decisions. You will act as the bridge between raw data and executive strategy, leading the development of highly optimized, scalable visual analytics.
The role requires a deep understanding of data modeling best practices, the ability to establish data modeling standards, and a passion for mentoring junior developers. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, product managers, and executives, to define Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and map out data requirements.
Proxify's mission is to connect top developers around the world with the opportunities they deserve, and as a Senior BI Developer, you will be contributing to this mission by providing data-driven insights that inform business decisions.
## What You Will Do - Architect high-performance, interactive, and visually compelling Tableau dashboards and stories that meet complex business requirements - Apply UI/UX best practices to dashboard design, ensuring reports are intuitive, actionable, and adoptable by non-technical stakeholders - Master complex Tableau features, including Level of Detail (LOD) expressions, advanced parameter actions, sets, and table calculations - Design, build, and optimize robust data structures, extracts, and data prep workflows tailored for performance - Write and optimize complex SQL queries to extract data from various enterprise data warehouses - Collaborate with IT/DevOps to manage Tableau Server content governance, row-level security, extract refresh schedules, and user permissions - Partner with product managers, business analysts, and executives to define KPIs and map out data requirements - Establish development standards, design templates, and peer-review processes for the BI team - Mentor junior and mid-level developers - Actively monitor dashboard performance and troubleshoot slow-loading workbooks to ensure an optimal user experience
## What We Are Looking For - 5+ years of experience working as a BI Developer or Data Analyst, with at least 3+ years dedicated exclusively to advanced Tableau development - Deep experience writing, optimizing, and debugging complex queries, joins, and stored procedures - Proven experience working with modern cloud data warehouses and understanding dimensional modeling - Strong ability to synthesize complex quantitative analysis into clear, actionable visual insights for executive leadership - Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present data findings to technical and non-technical audiences - Ability to manage multiple data projects simultaneously in an Agile/Scrum environment - Located in the CET timezone (+/- 3 hours)
## Nice to Have - Tableau Desktop Certified Professional or Data Analyst certification - Experience with Python or R for advanced data manipulation - Hands-on experience with dbt (data build tool) - Experience embedding Tableau dashboards into web applications using the Tableau Embedding API
## Benefits and Perks - On-time monthly payments with flexible withdrawal options - Predictable project hours for a harmonious work-life balance - Opportunity to work with a global network of supportive, talented developers - Access to a wide range of clients and projects, allowing for diverse experience and skill development - Support for ongoing learning and professional development - Remote work setup with the freedom to choose your own schedule and environment
How to Stand Out
- Ensure your Tableau skills are up-to-date, and be prepared to provide examples of your work, including dashboards and data visualizations.
- Develop a strong understanding of cloud data warehouses and dimensional modeling to stand out in the application process.
- Highlight your ability to communicate complex data insights effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Prepare to discuss your experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and how you manage multiple data projects simultaneously.
- Consider obtaining certifications like Tableau Desktop Certified Professional or Data Analyst to demonstrate expertise and commitment to the field.
- Be ready to talk about your experience with data security, governance, and compliance, as these are critical aspects of working with enterprise data.
- Show enthusiasm for continuous learning and professional development, as the field of BI and data analysis is constantly evolving.
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