Senior Power Platform

Job Summary: We are seeking a seasoned Senior Power Platform & BI Governance Manager to oversee and govern our global Power BI ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in a large-scale enterprise environment, managing a platform with over 40,000 Power BI licenses. With a robust background in Power BI development and a strategic understanding of Microsoft Fabric, the successful candidate will be responsible for defining and implementing a global governance framework, managing platform health, and driving the adoption of best practices across multiple countries and business units. This role requires a professional willing to work European time zones to effectively collaborate with our global team.Key Responsibilities:·Global Governance & Strategy:oDevelop, enforce, and evolve a global BI governance strategy, policies, and procedures.oManage the Power BI platform at scale, including tenant settings, capacity, and licensing for a user base exceeding 40,000.oEstablish and monitor tenant and environment-level Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies to ensure global data security and compliance.oConfigure, deploy, and manage elements of the BI governance framework across diverse geographical regions.Platform Management & Oversight:oMonitor, analyze, and report on Power BI resource usage, performance, and user access on a global scale.oManage users, workspaces, and data assets within the Power BI environment, ensuring optimal performance and cost-management.oOversee the establishment and management of Microsoft Dataverse environments as part of a cohesive data strategy.Stakeholder Management & Cross-Cultural Coordination:oCollaborate with IT, security, and business units across multiple countries to align the BI governance strategy with organizational goals.oProvide expert support, guidance, and training for Power BI users and stakeholders worldwide.oAct as the central point of coordination for Power BI initiatives, fostering a consistent and well-functioning data culture across different regions.Solution Development & Innovation:oDesign, develop, and maintain complex Power BI reports and dashboards to inform strategic business decisions.oTransform raw data into meaningful and actionable insights.oUnderstand and integrate Microsoft Fabric capabilities to enhance data integration, engineering, and real-time analytics.Qualifications:·Proven experience in a BI governance or administration role within a large enterprise, specifically managing a Power BI environment with 40,000+ licenses.·Demonstrable experience working in a global capacity, coordinating with teams and stakeholders across multiple countries and cultures.·Strong familiarity with Power BI and governance practices in a large-scale BI environment.·Excellent understanding of data governance, data management, and security principles.·Ability to work cross-functionally with various teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.·Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.·Willingness to work core European business hours to support a global team.Preferred Skills:·Extensive experience with Microsoft Power Platform administration.·Knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID and environment strategies.·Proficiency in establishing and managing Microsoft Dataverse environments.·Proven experience as a Power BI developer, creating enterprise-level data-driven solutions and interactive dashboards.·Expertise in data modeling, analysis, and visualization.·Basic experience with or understanding of Microsoft Fabric, including its integration and analytics capabilities.Education:·Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.Experience:·10+ years of proven, hands-on experience with Power BI development and platform governance at an enterprise scale.·Experience with data preparation, data warehousing projects, and familiarity with the broader Microsoft BI stack (SSAS, SSRS, SSIS).Certifications:·Microsoft Power Platform or Power BI certifications (e.g., PL-300, PL-500) are highly desirable.