Power BI Data Analyst Contractor

At SunnyData, a leading Databricks technology partner, our mission is to empower customers with scalable architectures, robust data engineering pipelines, seamless data consumption layers, and advanced ML and AI applications. We're looking for a Power BI Data Analyst where you will be involved in working with large datasets, creating clear and actionable reports, and collaborating closely with business teams to drive informed decision-making. A proactive mindset and strong communication skills are key. The Impact You’ll Have: Improved decision-making: Translate complex data into clear, reliable, and actionable dashboards that support faster, data-driven business decisions. Performance optimization: Advanced knowledge of DAX, Dataflows, partitioning, and large-scale data modeling ensures high-performance reporting and reduced load times. Standardization and scalability: Bring structure to BI practices by implementing version control, modeling standards, and scalable design using tools like Tabular Editor and Git. Stronger business collaboration: Act as a bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders, aligning data solutions with business needs more effectively. Team development: Support and mentor junior analysts, contributing to team growth and raising the overall technical bar. What We Look For 5+ years of experience in Power BI development, including report and dashboard creation. Advanced proficiency in Power BI Desktop: complex data modeling, advanced DAX, M language, and Dataflows. Strong experience with Power BI Service: workspace administration, deployment pipelines, and data security (RLS/OLS) Proven work with large-scale models, applying incremental refresh, partitioning, aggregations, and performance optimization. Participation in dashboard reengineering projects, with a focus on storytelling and usability. Advanced SQL knowledge and integration with multiple data sources, especially Databricks SQL, Delta Lake, and Unity Catalog. Complementary tools: DAX Studio, Tabular Editor, PBIP + Git, following version control best practices. Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric / Direct Lake is preferred. Profile oriented toward leading business interactions, defining standards, documenting KPIs and reports, optimizing large data models, and supporting more junior team members. Education: Degree: 4-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: SunnyData is dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the world around us. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to unbiased hiring practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Why Join SunnyData? Innovative Environment: Work with cutting-edge technologies and industry leaders in data engineering and AI. Customer Impact: Make a real difference in how businesses leverage data for strategic decision-making. Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive team that values collaboration and knowledge sharing. If you are passionate about data engineering and enjoy engaging with clients to solve their most challenging problems, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become a key player in SunnyData's success story.