BI Developer
Job Summary
The Role
The Fastmarkets Data Platform team sits within the Technology function and is responsible for developing and delivering the companys data strategy through data engineering insights analytics and business intelligence. The team has built the organisations entire modern data platform from scratch and continues to evolve it to support Fastmarkets growth and AI ambitions.
Reporting directly to an ambitious BI Product Manager we are looking for the right candidate to work with business stakeholders and develop comprehensive BI solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to join us in our journey to bring data BI Analytics and Insights together into a high-performing workstream in its own right.
We are seeking a BI Developer to develop and implement BI solutions aligned with Fastmarkets BI strategy. The right candidate will have a strong business acumen and will be passionate about BI data and analytics able to deliver on the priorities set by the business in a timely fashion.
The role requires hands-on experience with BI design and delivery including specialist knowledge of the technologies involved in the implementation of data-based solutions.
Principal Accountabilities
Design and develop BI solutions including identifying and integrating data sources defining and standardising KPIs and drivers across the business and selecting and implementing appropriate BI tools and technologies.
Develop and manage the product roadmap for BI solutions working with Data Architect and Data Analysts to ensure successful data-based product launches.
Unlock and implement a governed self-service BI capability.
Enforce and enhance BI standards used for ETL/ELT and data visualisation.
Build and enforce data quality rules and standards within BI applications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritise business problems and develop data-driven solutions.
Provide end user training on new and enhanced BI applications and promote BI tool adoption within the business.
Monitor data loads and dashboard usage optimise BI tool schedules and performance and manage allocation of licences.
Stay current with industry trends technologies and best practices in the BI space.
KEY INTERFACES
Internal:
Head of Data Architecture Engineering & AI
Data Engineering team
Technology & Infrastructure teams
Editorial and Pricing teams
BI & Analytics teams & stakeholders across the business
Product and Commercial teams
External:
Consultancy partners supporting platform delivery
Snowflake technical account team
Third-party vendor and tooling support
Qualifications :
We recruit talented dynamic people with diverse backgrounds and experiences all united by a belief in our mission to provide the worlds leading and most trusted price reporting events and intelligence service for the markets we serve. Were proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a fully inclusive workplace where everyone feels able to participate and contribute meaningfully.
If you are open-minded curious resilient solutions-oriented and committed to promoting equality then read on.
KNOWLEDGE EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
We are looking for an individual who is highly motivated driven and have a passion to be part of a fast-paced successful team. Being a strong team player is also important as well as someone who is happy to work flexibly.
Essential
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrable experience working with large and complex data sets.
Full software development lifecycle exposure within the BI space.
3 years of hands-on experience with BI tools and technologies (e.g. Qlik Power BI Tableau or equivalent) together with strong knowledge of SQL and/or Python.
Demonstrated knowledge of data warehousing concepts ETL/ELT tools and processes and data modelling.
Independent curiosity and critical thinking; a track record of taking initiative and questioning assumptions.
Ability to listen to and understand commercial needs in order to craft a shared vision for a solution.
Desirable
Experience with modern data technology stacks such as Snowflake dbt or Dagster.
Experience in Subscriptions and Events businesses.
NOTE ON TOOLING & METHODS
The core purpose of this role enabling data-driven decision making across the business is enduring. However the specific tools platforms and methods used to deliver that outcome will evolve over time in line with industry best practice business needs and the technology landscape. For example while current delivery may involve tools such as Power BI future implementations may use different or emerging platforms. The successful candidate will be expected to adapt to and help drive these changes as they arise.
If youre excited about the role but your experience skills or qualifications dont perfectly align we encourage you to apply anyway.
Additional Information :
Our Values
Fastmarkets people come from all different walks of life. Its this mix of brilliant personalities experiences and insights that gives us that warm open and friendly culture you can feel as soon as you meet us. But however wonderfully different we all are there are six things we all have in common and they form our Fastmarkets values.
Created by our own employees to reflect some of the personal traits that Fastmarkets people have our values are key to what makes our culture unique. They reflect who each of us are and theyre embedded in everything we do. Our values are:
- METRICS DRIVEN. We use insights to improve our customers experience and our business performance
- ACCOUNTABLE. We are accountable to ourselves and those we work with: we keep our promises and get things done
- GROWTH MINDSET. This value enables us to be nimble to the changing realities and operate with a sense of urgency
- INCLUSIVE. We are inclusive and respectful celebrating each of us and giving everyone a deep sense of belonging with the desire to bring their best self to work every day.
- CUSTOMER CENTRIC. We are customer-centric in all that we do
- COLLABORATIVE. We are collaborative able to work across teams and capitalise on the diversity of intellect perspectives and experiences.
We are committed to ensuring all candidates feel welcomed and supported. Should your application advance and you require accommodations for the interview process please inform us so we can make the necessary arrangements.
Reward and benefits at Fastmarkets
We believe in fair pay and benefits that support you both inside and outside of work. Through Fastmarkets Rewards youll have access to a range of core benefits and a flexible allowance giving you the freedom to tailor your package to suit your lifestyle wellbeing and financial priorities. We know that everyones needs are different so weve designed our benefits to support our diverse global team wherever theyre based.
Specific benefits may vary by country and role.
Youve read a little about us now its over to you!
If you like what youve read so far and think you can see yourself as a Fastmarkets person its time to fill in your application form. This form is an important part of the selection process: its used to determine whether or not youll be chosen to have an interview and acts as a basis for the questions well ask you on the day.
Its vital that you try to capture all the relevant information we have asked for on the form so we can get a good feel for who you are and why youre great.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Who we are Fastmarkets is the most trusted cross-commodity price reporting agency (PRA) in the agriculture, forest products, metals and mining and energy transition markets. Our price data, forecasts and market analyses give our customers a strategic advantage in complex, volatile, of ... View more