Senior Software Engineer / BI Developer (GCP, Power BI, Tableau)

Overview

Location: Remote within USA

Employment Type: W2 Contract

 

Are you a senior-level engineer who thrives at the intersection of data, analytics, and scalable cloud services? Trissential is hiring a Senior Software Engineer / BI Developer to join our client’s team, where you’ll play a pivotal role in building modern, cloud-based data solutions that directly support clinical and analytics-driven applications. This is your opportunity to work on cutting-edge platforms—combining GCP, Power BI, Tableau, and advanced analytics—while making a meaningful impact.

 

What’s in It for You?

• High-Impact Work – Build and optimize data-driven applications that support clinical insights and decision-making
• Modern Tech Stack – Work with GCP, BigQuery, Power BI, Tableau, and evolving analytics platforms
• Ownership & Influence – Own the semantic layer and help drive the BI transition roadmap
• Innovation & Growth – Engage with cutting-edge cloud, big data, and machine learning technologies
• Collaborative Culture – Partner with product, data engineering, and architecture teams to deliver real outcomes

 

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable backend services supporting analytics and clinical applications
• Own and optimize the semantic layer across SAS, MCC, and Power BI environments
• Develop high-performance Power BI datasets, reports, and dashboards (advanced DAX required)
• Maintain and modernize Tableau dashboards, transitioning them into Power BI where appropriate
• Query and model large datasets using GCP BigQuery for analytics consumption
• Contribute to microservices architecture ensuring reliability, scalability, and performance
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, and engineers to translate business requirements into solutions
• Maintain and interpret legacy SAS environments, supporting transition efforts
• Perform deep-dive troubleshooting and root cause analysis for data and system issues
• Document datasets, reporting logic, and data lineage to enable self-service analytics
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to cross-functional improvement initiatives

 

Skills & Experience You Should Possess

• 7+ years in data, software engineering, or analytics roles
• 5+ years of hands-on BI development experience
• Advanced expertise in:
• Power BI (DAX, data modeling, RLS, performance tuning)
• Tableau (complex dashboard development and maintenance)
• Strong SQL skills with experience in large-scale data environments
• Experience with GCP / BigQuery (data modeling, performance optimization)
• Knowledge of backend development using languages such as Python, Java, Go, or C#
• Experience building scalable, distributed systems and cloud-native applications
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile, and DevOps practices
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across technical and business teams

 

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience working with SAS in legacy or transitional environments
• Knowledge of healthcare data compliance (HIPAA, PHI handling, row-level security)
• Experience with machine learning, data science workflows, or advanced analytics
• Familiarity with Power Query (M), Python, or R
• Exposure to data warehousing and enterprise BI platform migrations

 

Education & Certifications You Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (required)
• Master’s degree in a relevant field (preferred)
• Relevant cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, or GCP) are a plus

 

What We Offer

At Trissential, we believe in empowering top talent with meaningful work, competitive pay, and a supportive environment. By joining our client’s team, you’ll work on impactful projects while advancing your career.

• Competitive Compensation –$71–$81 per hour. Final compensation is determined based on skill alignment, years of experience, and fair, market-based rates by geography.
• Comprehensive Benefits for you and your dependents – Medical, dental, vision, free tele-health, HSA with company contribution, life and