Senior BI Developer Power BI and Cognos

Overview

On Site
USD45 - USD53
Contract - W2

Skills

Senior BI Developer Power BI and Cognos

Job Details

job summary:

Randstad is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior BI Developer with deep expertise in Power BI and IBM Cognos to support one of our premier federal clients in Washington, DC. This role is ideal for a data-driven professional who excels in translating business needs into actionable insights through interactive dashboards and reports. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in data modeling, transformation, and visualization using Power BI, while also maintaining and enhancing legacy reporting in Cognos. This is a hybrid role that requires strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders.




location: Washington, Washington, D.C.

job type: Contract

salary: $45 - 53 per hour

work hours: 9am to 5pm

education: Bachelors



responsibilities:


  • Design, develop, and maintain advanced Power BI reports, dashboards, and data models using DAX and Power Query
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into effective BI solutions
  • Migrate and modernize existing reports from Cognos to Power BI where appropriate
  • Maintain and enhance existing IBM Cognos reports in both development and production environments
  • Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and performance across all reporting solutions
  • Utilize Power BI Service for sharing, publishing, and collaborating on reports and dashboards
  • Create and optimize SQL queries for data analysis and reporting
  • Work with multi-dimensional and relational data structures
  • Stay up to date with BI best practices, tools, and industry trends
  • Support end-to-end BI project lifecycles, from requirements gathering through deployment and maintenance


qualifications:


  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or related roles
  • At least 3 years of hands-on experience with Power BI (Desktop and Service)
  • At least 2 years of experience with IBM Cognos reporting tools
  • Strong proficiency in DAX, Power Query, and SQL
  • Experience with data modeling (star/snowflake schemas, dimensional modeling)
  • Familiarity with ETL processes and data integration best practices
  • Prior experience working with relational and multi-dimensional data sources
  • Proven ability to manage end-to-end BI project lifecycles
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
  • Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate (Power BI) - preferred
  • IBM Cognos Analytics certification - a plus
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams


skills:

  • Data Analysis and Interpretation
  • Business Intelligence Reporting
  • Requirements Gathering and Analysis
  • Data Modeling and Transformation
  • Effective Communication Skills
  • Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
  • Project and Time Management
  • Team Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
  • SQL and Query Development
  • Adaptability to New Tools and Technologies




Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.


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