Bus. Intelligence Developer

Harvard University - Cambridge, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Cambridge, MA

Educational Services

About the position

The Business Intelligence Developer at Harvard Medical School plays a crucial role in enhancing data-driven decision-making by developing and maintaining interactive Tableau dashboards and providing insightful data visualizations. This position involves collaborating with various departments to understand their data needs, conducting in-depth data analysis, and ensuring data integrity for reporting and analytics. The developer will also mentor new Tableau users and foster a culture of data literacy within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Design, create, and maintain interactive Tableau dashboards for school-wide reporting.
• Collaborate with smaller departments to deliver customized reporting solutions.
• Develop robust Tableau data sources for larger departments.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand their data requirements and reporting needs.
• Gather and document detailed business requirements for reporting and dashboard solutions.
• Conduct in-depth data analysis to identify trends and insights.
• Administer and manage Tableau Servers, ensuring optimal performance and security.
• Mentor new Tableau users and provide training sessions.
• Stay updated on the latest developments in business intelligence tools and technologies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the existing BI infrastructure.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years' post-secondary education or relevant work experience.
• Experience in a stakeholder-facing Business Analyst role with a focus on data visualization and reporting.
• Proficient in SQL and Tableau, with a portfolio of previous dashboard and reporting projects.
• Strong analytical skills to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration across various organizational levels.
• Proactive learner with a desire to expand skills in new technologies.

Nice-to-haves

• Completion of Harvard IT Academy specified foundational courses (or external equivalent) preferred.

Benefits

• 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff).
• 12 accrued sick days per year.
• 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January.
• 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire).
• Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary caregivers.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Disability and life insurance programs.
• Child and elder/adult care resources including on-campus childcare centers.
• University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation.
• Tuition Assistance Program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program providing 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year.
• Professional Development programs and classes at little or no cost.
• Various commuter options including discounted parking and public transportation passes.