Power BI Architect

Responsibilities
Designing and implementing a Power BI environment within Microsoft Fabric that can handle large datasets and user loads, according to a job description. 
Develop data models, reports, and dashboards that align with business objectives.
Gather and analyze requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and ensure alignment with business needs.
Focus on performance, scalability, and usability of the developed solutions.
Offer technical expertise and mentorship to development teams on best practices for Power BI development.
Work with data engineers, data scientists, and other teams to integrate Power BI with existing infrastructure and analytics platforms.
Conduct training sessions for users and maintain documentation for developed solutions. 
Stay updated with the latest Power BI features and capabilities and assess their potential impact on the organization's analytics strategy.
Building and maintaining Power BI reports and dashboards, leveraging Fabric's capabilities for scalable and interactive visualizations. 
Developing roadmaps for Power BI and Fabric architecture, and guiding implementation teams in deploying solutions.

Qualifications
Proven experience as a Power BI Architect with a strong understanding of data visualization and analytics.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in Power BI development and architecture
Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric workspaces, datamarts, and Spark engine
Demonstrated experience in establishing and leading a Center of Excellence for Power BI.
In-depth knowledge of Power BI features, including DAX, Power Query, data modeling, and administration.
Experience with database design, data modeling, and ETL processes.
Proficiency in SQL and experience with data transformation techniques. 
Familiarity with cloud platforms, particularly Azure. 
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Relevant certifications are preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
Good to have skills: Tableau , Snowflake, Databricks  , DBT
Have a solid understanding of delivery methodology and lead teams in the implementation of the solution according to the design/architecture.
Experience in project and solution estimation and team structure definition.
Fluent and current on architecture trends with an eye on market/technical conditions and future direction.
Experience in defining new architectures and the ability to drive an independent project from an architectural standpoint.
Experience leading customer workshop sessions to educate customers on the latest technology trends and best practices.
Proven track record of leadership roles delivering solutions within defined timeframes.
Demonstrated success in performing work and managing complex and/or large consulting projects.
Proficient in authoring, editing, and presenting technical documents.
Ability to elicit requirements and communicate clearly with non-technical individuals, development teams, and other ancillary project members.
Excellent written and oral communication skills; Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical staff.
Experience working with a globally distributed team and managing offshore teams.
Desire to mentor younger team members and develop their skills.
Experience leading internal initiatives.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Be independent and self-driven.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field