Senior Developer - Power Platform

Base Location: Reading or Havant

Salary: £61,620 - £72,592 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible working options available

The Role:

As a Senior Power BI Developer at ECS, you will play a key role in delivering our data and analytics strategy. You will design, develop, and optimise advanced Power BI solutions that provide actionable insights and support informed decision-making across the business. Your work will focus on creating scalable, secure, and high-performing dashboards and reports, leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data modelling.

You will:

• Design and develop Power BI dashboards, reports, and data models to meet business needs.
• Optimise and manage SQL queries, data integration, and ensure compliance with security and governance standards.
• Collaborate with DevOps to automate BI deployments and integrate solutions with cloud platforms and external data sources.
• Monitor and troubleshoot BI performance for scalability and reliability, while maintaining documentation and best practices.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver actionable insights through advanced analytics.

You have:

• Proven experience in Power BI development (DAX, Power Query, data modelling) and strong SQL skills (optimisation, stored procedures).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD pipelines, version control, automated deployments).
• Knowledge of Azure services, data warehousing concepts, and ETL processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with stakeholder management experience.
• Relevant degree (Computer Science, Data Analytics) and desirable Microsoft certifications (Power BI, Azure).

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day-to-day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact David.brickell@sse.com / 01738 275 846 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply? 

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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