Software Engineer – Power BI & Data Visualization Focus

We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join our team in building Delta Dental’s Next Gen Applications & Products Suite—with a strong focus on scalable, data-driven solutions using Power BI and Snowflake. In this role, you’ll design, develop, and maintain both application features and business intelligence reporting solutions that drive actionable insights.

You’ll work with Snowflake data sources to build structured datasets, apply ETL processes, and create efficient Power BI data models, including calculated columns and measures. Your work will support user-friendly, visually impactful dashboards and reports optimized for performance and accuracy.

This is a highly collaborative role where you’ll partner with product managers, designers, engineers, and business stakeholders to deliver innovative, insight-driven solutions that support strategic decision-making.

• Performs as a key contributor to an engineering team that builds and supports exceptional products and innovative data solutions, including the development, support, and optimization of Power BI reporting and visualization platforms to address complex business use cases and operational challenges.
• Actively participates in architectural design, system analysis, and programming activities on application software and Power BI environments; this may often require independent research and study to ensure scalable, secure, and efficient solutions.
• Develops high-quality and production-ready software and Power BI data models using best-practice data structures, algorithms, design patterns, and frameworks that are maintainable, scalable, responsive, and secure.
• Writes highest quality code and builds secure, high-performing solutions with an end-to-end mindset from conception through delivery and production support, including monitoring of software applications and Power BI platform health.
• Produces complete, simple, and readable technical documentation for all developed applications and Power BI reporting solutions and maintains a team culture of thorough documentation.
• Tests and ensures quality of all code and deliverables in line with principles of test-driven development and continuous delivery, utilizing test automation frameworks and quality practices within both application and Power BI development environments.
• Assists in planning, coordinating, and executing engineering projects, including business intelligence initiatives to transition reporting from legacy platforms to Power BI.
• Supports and collaborates with other Engineers through evaluation, design analysis, development phases, and integration efforts, with a focus on aligning Power BI solutions with broader technical and business requirements.
• Maintains knowledge, ensures competency, and promotes compliance with policies and procedures, serving as a technical expert across application development, Power BI governance, data access management, and self-service enablement.
• This list is not all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned as needed.

• 2+ years of relevant professional experience; 4+ years of hands-on experience developing, supporting, and delivering business intelligence solutions, with a strong focus on Power BI platform development, report creation, and visualization preferred.
• BS in Computer Science or equivalent technical field or relevant work experience preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience designing and developing secure applications, products, and data reporting solutions.
• Experience developing, configuring, and deploying applications on Microsoft Azure or other cloud platforms.
• Demonstrated experience with Power Apps, Power Automate, and SharePoint Online in enterprise environments.
• Experience creating and managing PowerShell scripts or utilizing other scripting shells or languages to support application and data platform automation.
• Candidate should hold current and relevant Microsoft certifications, particularly those related to Power BI, Power Platform, or Azure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to identify key issues and present understandable alternatives to both technical and non-technical audiences across application and business intelligence projects.
• Ability to create and maintain detailed technical documentation supporting the testing, installation, operations, deployment, governance, and maintenance of products and Power BI solutions.
• Proven ability to present data and analysis effectively, facilitating clear understanding of business intelligence findings and technical recommendations.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to solve complex issues using analytical and creative approaches for application design, data modeling, and reporting development.
• Strong knowledge of