In this role, you will contribute to and oversee the advancement of our approach to Data insights and visualisation within a cross-functional, scrum-based data team. We are transforming the way we handle data at BC Technology, and this role is crucial in disseminating best practices for turning data into actionable insights. As such, expect a combination of executive and technology responsibilities from data mapping to reporting, as you will play a critical role in strengthening our analytical presence in the Data Solutions market.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide BI & Analytics technical oversight across cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of support and collaboration within the Data team and the broader product-development organisation.
- Hands-on participation in BI & Analytics deliverables, coding, peer reviews, delivery of execution plans, etc.
- Ongoing collaboration with discipline leads: Data Architecture, DBA, Data Engineering, and Product, on defining the execution plan for BC Technology’s Data Products.
- Influence design, execute the creation of data solutions and enable the maturity of BC Technology’s best practices around Data Products
- Oversee and validate the creation of Data Visualisation prototypes to support the elicitation of Business needs
- Create advanced data visualisations and data products to turn data into actionable business insights.
- Work closely with data engineers and analysts in the development of scalable and robust pipelines through completing and maintaining source-to-target mappings templates and associated metadata
- Oversee the advancement of Analytical models by working in collaboration with Data Modelers and Data Analysts in translating or anticipating business needs into actionable data solutions
- Work in a scrum-based team that is passionate about enabling a data culture throughout the organisation
- Maintain Jira or Similar content relevant and ensure the reports of the team progress are a reflection of the team velocity and capacity
- Breaks down strategic problems and analyses data and information to provide subject matter insights and recommendations.
- Support Data Analysts in documenting and maintaining operational procedures and processes relating to analytical and reporting processes.
- Assist in the ongoing changes resulting from the roll out of BC Technology’s Data Strategy i.e. Change Management, Communication, Progress Updates, etc
Knowledge and Abilities
- Demonstrate a passion for problem-solving and data presentation technologies
- Well-versed in Agile framework, especially Scrum and Lean Development
- Knowledge in Power BI, data ETL, data model and automation
- Excellent mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills and ability to interpret complex data.
- Self-driven, results-oriented.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, and ability to deal with all levels of management.
- Passion for Mentorship and Leadership
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- B-Tech or bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or informatics or equivalent
- Work Experience
- 7+ years of experience as a Business Intelligence or Insights Analyst
- 5+ years of experience in developing Power BI reports, including DAX calculations
- 5+ years of experience in writing SQL queries in one of PostgreSQL, Amazon Redshift, or MySQL
- 3+ years of experience working in cloud environments
- Expert Knowledge and experience in data preparation, data analysis, and statistical tool sets o An analytical mindset with superb communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to identify complex problems and to discuss resolutions clearly and in nontechnical terms.
- Lead and train the BI Visualisation Specialists.
- Strong Leadership skills with the ability to delegate to a diverse team.
- Knowledge and experience in Business Intelligence, data warehousing (dimensional modelling).
- Experience with data transformation tools such as Airflow will be advantageous.