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 : o  Develop, enforce, and evolve a global BI governance strategy, policies, and procedures. o  Manage the Power BI platform at scale, including tenant settings, capacity, and licensing for a user base exceeding 40,000. o  Establish and monitor tenant and environment-level Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies to ensure global data security and compliance. o  Configure, deploy, and manage elements of the BI governance framework across diverse geographical regions.   Platform Management & Oversight : o  Monitor, analyze, and report on Power BI resource usage, performance, and user access on a global scale. o  Manage users, workspaces, and data assets within the Power BI environment, ensuring optimal performance and cost-management. o  Oversee the establishment and management of Microsoft Dataverse environments as part of a cohesive data strategy. Stakeholder Management & Cross-Cultural Coordination : o  Collaborate with IT, security, and business units across multiple countries to align the BI governance strategy with organizational goals. o  Provide expert support, guidance, and training for Power BI users and stakeholders worldwide. o  Act as the central point of coordination for Power BI initiatives, fostering a consistent and well-functioning data culture across different regions. Solution Development & Innovation : o  Design, develop, and maintain complex Power BI reports and dashboards to inform strategic business decisions. o  Transform raw data into meaningful and actionable insights. o  Understand 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.