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 prevailing technology trends, business intelligence best practices, design patterns, and the ability to apply these concepts to both software engineering and Power BI environments.
• Experience interpreting and analyzing technology heatmaps to develop plans for remediation of hardware/software nearing End of Life/End of Support, including BI platform components.
• Ability to coordinate issue identification and resolution between customers, technical operations, and business stakeholders, particularly for Power BI and related solutions.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Competent at adhering to organizational processes and procedures including agile development methodologies, Scrum practices, and technical design artifact standards.
• Knowledge of agile development methodologies and familiarity with their application to business intelligence and software engineering initiatives.
• Life-long learner and continuous process improver, committed to enhancing both technical expertise and business impact.

 

Base Pay Information

The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental’s assessment of the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity. 
Pay Grade 21. $80,500 - $174,300

Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:

• Competitive base and incentive pay 
• 401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions
• Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits
• Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
• Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
• Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
• Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance
• Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
• Employee discount program

Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations  This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or New York Corrections Law Article 23-A.   Important Work Authorization Information  Please note, Delta Dental will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
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