Southern Company

Business Intelligence Developer/Data Analytics Analyst

Southern Company • $95K — $115K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering or related field preferred
  • Experience implementing BI/analytics solutions with Microsoft BI toolset
  • Proficient in Power BI APIs and administrative functions
  • Fast-paced IT organization experience
  • Strong technical knowledge in data modeling and data warehouse design

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and correlate business information from diverse data sources
  • Develop and deliver new BI and analytics solutions
  • Create OLAP cubes and interactive reports based on user requirements
  • Design and implement ETL processes to streamline data flow
  • Build new reports, measures, and KPIs, enhancing BI capabilities
  • Serve as subject matter expert to assess BI needs and architect appropriate solutions
  • Mentor team members and collaborate with peers on BI initiatives

Benefits

  • On-site work four days a week at Birmingham or Atlanta headquarters
  • Opportunity to work closely with data architects
  • Involvement in enterprise-wide analytics solutions
  • Potential for professional development and leadership opportunities
  • Access to a collaborative team environment
Full Job Description
Job Description

This position will be filled in the Data Analytics & Reporting team within Technology Services. Key responsibilities as a member of the team include detailed data analysis, data modeling and requirements mapping, ETL design and development, analysis cube development, and BI solution development including presentation layer delivery. This position also works closely with Data Architects within the organization to ensure that new analytics solutions align with the enterprise data management strategy. This includes identification of the true source of data, reducing data redundancy and focus on increased integration of data across business units. This includes increasing data quality, compliance, and governance.

Additional requirements of this position include consulting with partners on their business needs, translating business needs into analytics/reporting requirements, and interfacing with the partners and other IT team members to build custom business intelligence solutions. The successful candidate will have proven ability to analyze and troubleshoot issues that arise within BI and analytics toolsets and the enterprise infrastructure supporting these solutions.

This position requires working on site four days per week at either the APC Corporate Headquarters in Birmingham, AL, or the GPC Corporate Headquarters in Atlanta, GA.

Education/Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering or related degree preferred
  • Experience with implementing BI/analytics solutions using the Microsoft BI/analytics toolset
  • Experience using Power BI APIs and Administrative functions
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, competitive information technology organization


Knowledge/Skills:
  • Strong technical knowledge implementing business intelligence solutions using the Microsoft BI toolset:
    • SQL Server Tools (Analysis Services, Integration Services, Reporting Services, PolyBase)
    • Microsoft Azure
    • Proficient in DAX
    • Databricks
    • Administrative skills in Power BI/Fabric
  • Strong data modeling skills and understanding of data warehouse design techniques
  • Knowledge of data migration and integration
  • Deep analytical capability to debug, monitor, and troubleshoot issues with BI solutions
  • Effective communication (verbal/written) and leadership skills to foster enterprise adoption of BI solutions by power users within business units and other IT teams
  • Comprehensive consulting skills with proven ability to work with and influence others
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Continuous self-learner
  • Ability to handle multiple assignments and conflicting priorities
  • Ability to build productive relationships with a focus on cooperation and teamwork


General Job Responsibilities:
  • Capture, document, analyze, and correlate business information from multiple data sources
  • Scope, develop, package and deliver new business intelligence and analytics solutions
  • Develop online analytical processing (OLAP) cubes, static/dynamic dashboards, and interactive reports, charts, and graphs based on customer needs
  • Design and develop ETL packages; demonstrate thorough understanding of ETL components
  • Design, build and deliver new reports, measures, and KPIs
  • Perform detailed data analysis and developing dimensional data models
  • Serve as a BI subject matter expert to properly assess BI needs for business unit users and map those needs to appropriate back-end solution architectures (i.e. OLTP/transactional databases, data marts, data warehouses, cubes, tabular models, local data sources, etc.)
  • Collaborate with end users to identify needs and opportunities for improved data management and delivery
  • Collaborate with peers; mentoring team members to enhance skills and abilities; providing leadership as required

Core Behavioral Attributes:

Thesuccessful candidate will demonstrate understanding and application of the Southern Style behaviors: Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment.

Additional required behavioral attributes:
  • Results-oriented
  • Innovative
  • Strategic thinker with an enterprise view for sustainable solutions
  • Committed to continuous learning and improvement
  • Committed to the development of others
  • Committed to building and maintaining constructive partnerships with business partners
  • Works well both independently and with others
  • Acts with speed and decisiveness
  • Committed to ethical conduct
  • Lives and works safely


About the Team

Southern Company Services

About Southern Company

With 4.4 million customers and more than 42,000 megawatts of generating capacity, Atlanta-based Southern Company is the premier energy company serving the Southeast. A leading U.S. producer of electricity, Southern Company owns electric utilities in four states and a growing competitive generation company, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and retail electric prices that are significantly below the national average. Southern Company has been listed the top ranking U.S. electric service provider in customer satisfaction for nine consecutive years by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.

Southern Company Careers

Join the dynamic team at Southern Company, a leader in energy innovation and a champion of sustainable practices. As one of the most respected companies in the energy sector, Southern Company offers unparalleled job opportunities that promise not only professional growth but also a commitment to diversity and leadership development.

Work You’ll Do

At Southern Company, we are not just about power generation; we are about empowering our team to innovate and lead the industry. By joining our team, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the field, using your skills to solve complex problems and drive meaningful change.

Explore a World of Opportunities

Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Southern Company has a place for you. Our wide range of employment options ensures that every team member can find a path that best suits their career ambitions and skills.

Innovate and Lead

Southern Company is at the forefront of technological innovation in the energy sector. Our team members are encouraged to lead projects and initiatives that push the boundaries of what is possible in energy production and management.

Grow and Develop

We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through targeted diversity training, leadership workshops, and continuous professional development. Career growth at Southern Company is not just a possibility—it is an expectation.

Be Part of Our Culture

Southern Company’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and inclusion. We celebrate diversity and believe that it drives innovation. Our team is our family, and we support each other in achieving personal and professional goals.

Benefits That Go Beyond

Choosing a career at Southern Company means enjoying a range of benefits designed to enrich your life and support your lifestyle. From health and wellness programs to retirement plans, we ensure our team members are taken care of.

Join Our Team

Ready to power up your career? Explore the job opportunities at Southern Company today. We are actively hiring and looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven individuals. Enhance your skills, join a community of innovators, and work towards a sustainable future.

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Learn more about Southern Company
Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$77.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$20.3 billion

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