Business Intelligence Developer
The Power BI Developer role within Confidential Client's Business Intelligence team focuses on designing and developing interactive Power BI dashboards and reports to transform data into actionable insights for multiple state agencies. The position requires close collaboration with customers to gather requirements and deliver effective reporting solutions, while also supporting related database administration, .NET development, and ETL tasks as needed. This entry-level, full-time role offers technical training, mentorship, and professional development within a supportive program aimed at accelerating IT careers.
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Role summary & important details
This Confidential Client engagement seeks a Business Intelligence Developer (Power BI) to join a state-focused Business Intelligence team in Lansing, MI. This is a full-time, entry-level IT role with training and mentorship through the client’s workforce program.
- Location: Lansing, MI, US
- Employment type: FULL_TIME (40 hrs/week)
- Pay: $25.00 / hour (as listed)
- Expected start: November 16, 2026
- Industry: IT
What You’ll Do
You will build interactive BI solutions and work directly with customers to translate business needs into dashboards and reports.
- Design, develop, configure, and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports tailored to customer requirements
- Gather and document business requirements; develop dashboard wireframes and prototypes for feedback
- Use DAX and data modeling techniques to create calculations, measures, and optimized models
- Work with databases and data sources to ensure reporting accuracy and performance
- Assist ETL efforts: prepare datasets, move data between systems, and configure reporting databases as needed
- Provide occasional support for SQL development, database administration, or basic .NET tasks when required
- Promote reporting best practices and train/stakeholders on dashboard functionality, limitations, and data requirements
- Collaborate with data governance and enterprise reporting teams across agencies
Required qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Hands-on experience creating reports and dashboards using Microsoft Power BI
- Experience gathering business requirements and converting them into reporting solutions
- Knowledge of data modeling, calculations, and reporting concepts
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Problem-solving orientation and the ability to manage tasks from requirements through delivery
Preferred qualifications
- Experience writing DAX expressions and familiarity with Excel formulas/functions
- SQL experience and familiarity with relational databases or basic database administration
- Familiarity with ETL/data integration and reporting database configuration
- Experience with Microsoft technologies (SQL Server, .NET) or SAP reporting tools
- Understanding of data management, data governance, and enterprise reporting best practices
Training & program highlights
This position is part of a workforce program offering:
- 80–100 hours of focused technical training aligned to client needs
- Professional development and military transition support where applicable
- Mentorship from experienced IT professionals and networking opportunities
- Full-time placement with opportunities to grow into additional enterprise reporting or database roles
Compensation & benefits (summary)
The posting lists pay as $25/hr. Benefits, if hired by the Confidential Client, may include medical, dental, vision, retirement (401k), paid time off, and employee assistance resources. Exact benefits and final compensation will be provided by the hiring organization at offer.
Additional notes
This opportunity welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those from the military community. The program aims to accelerate early-career IT professionals with hands-on learning and client-facing experience.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.
To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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