Scientific Applications & Research Associates (SARA), Inc. · 18 hours ago
Business Intelligence Developer
Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise focused on creating innovative technology solutions. The BI Developer will work with cross-functional teams to automate workflows, support data-driven decision-making, and develop custom dashboards using Microsoft’s Power Platform.
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Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain solutions using Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, and SharePoint
Develop custom applications, dashboards, and automated workflows to address business needs
Lead the design of data models, dashboards, and reporting solutions using Power BI to deliver actionable insights
Partner with stakeholders to define KPIs and reporting requirements that support data-driven decision-making
Connect Power BI to multiple data sources and optimize performance using DAX, Power Query, and visualization best practices
Identify opportunities for process automation, reducing manual effort and increasing efficiency using Power Automate
Develop, customize, and maintain SharePoint sites, lists, and workflows
Design and implement ETL processes, including use of SSIS where applicable
Optimize SQL queries and stored procedures (T-SQL) and enhance SSRS reports as needed
Extend Power Platform capabilities using PowerShell, JavaScript, Python, VBA, or C#
Collaborate with UI/UX designers, business analysts, and project/product managers on cohesive solution delivery
Provide documentation, training, and support to encourage adoption of developed solutions
Establish and follow best practices for development, security, governance, and lifecycle management
Use version control systems to manage designs and codebases
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or Business Analytics
5 - 7 years of experience in power apps/BI development or related field
Strong experience with Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Power Query, SharePoint
Experience translating business requirements into scalable technical solutions
US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
May require light physical effort, involving standing, sitting, and use of hands while performing duties, and carrying or lifting up to 20 pounds
Working environment is indoor, moderately quiet, reasonably clean, well-lit, and well-ventilated
Preferred
8 – 10 years of experience in power apps/BI development or related field
Active DoD Top Secret Clearance
Certifications: MS Power Platform Fundamentals or Associate
Experience with SQL / T-SQL, SSIS, and SSRS
Experience with VBA, Python, C#, PowerShell, or JavaScript
Experience using Visual Studio or similar development environments
Experience implementing or integrating AI-enabled features within Power Platform
Relevant certifications (Microsoft Power Platform, Power BI, Azure)
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; and other supplemental programs
A generous PTO program (vacation, sick, holiday)
Tuition & certification reimbursement
Flexible work schedules
Discretionary Employee bonuses
401(k) match/profit sharing
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Company
Scientific Applications & Research Associates (SARA), Inc.
SARA’s talented team of engineers and scientists innovate cutting-edge and customized solutions for our defenders and providers at home and abroad.