Business Intelligence Architect at London Approach

We are seeking an experienced BI Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of business intelligence solutions. This role combines hands-on technical work with architecture and strategic oversight, driving the organization's data strategy and reporting framework. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in BI tools such as SSRS, SSIS, SQL, Tableau, and Power BI and will work cross-functionally to develop innovative solutions that meet business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• BI Architecture Design & Implementation
• Design and architect scalable business intelligence solutions that integrate with multiple data sources, including relational databases and data warehouses. Create end-to-end data pipelines using SQL, SSRS, SSIS, and other ETL tools.
• Strategy & Roadmap Development
• Develop and manage the organization's BI strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals. Define the roadmap for BI initiatives and guide the implementation of analytics solutions to improve decision-making and reporting.
• Hands-On Development
• Lead the development of BI dashboards, reports, and analytics using tools such as Tableau and Power BI. Build and optimize data models, ensuring they meet performance and scalability requirements.
• Data Governance & Best Practices
• Implement data governance policies, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and security. Establish best practices for BI development, including version control, documentation, and testing standards.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
• Work closely with business units, IT teams, and key stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver BI solutions that meet those needs. Translate business objectives into technical requirements.
• Mentorship & Team Leadership
• Provide leadership to junior BI developers, offering guidance, mentoring, and training. Build and maintain a high-performing BI team capable of delivering on strategic initiatives.
• Performance Optimization & Troubleshooting
• Continuously monitor and optimize the performance of BI tools and solutions, identifying areas for improvement and troubleshooting technical issues in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certification is a plus.
• Technical Proficiencies:
• Expertise in SQL Server (including SSRS, SSIS), advanced SQL queries, and data modeling. Proficiency with Tableau and Power BI for report development and visualization. Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure or AWS) is a plus.
• Experience:
• At least 7 years of experience in BI development, architecture, and strategy. Proven experience leading BI initiatives from conception to execution in a hands-on and strategic capacity.
• Leadership & Strategic Thinking:
• Ability to set BI strategy, manage a BI roadmap, and guide the organization’s data strategy. Experience managing a team of BI professionals is preferred.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to translate complex data and technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders.