Data Engineer II, Salem

Business Intelligence Developer (Power BI)

Pearson Virtual Schools (PVS) - Enabling Technology

Location:

Remote (U.S.-based)

About Pearson Virtual Schools

At Pearson Virtual Schools (PVS), we are committed to expanding access to high-quality education through innovative digital learning solutions. PVS is a division within Pearson, a global leader in the education industry. Our PVS Enabling Technology team plays a critical role in this mission by building scalable, trusted data products that empower school leaders, educators, and operational teams to make informed decisions that improve student outcomes.

As we evolve toward a

Data Product-driven organization

, we are investing in modern analytics capabilities that combine

trusted data pipelines, semantic models, and self-service reporting experiences

.

Role Overview

We are seeking a

Senior Power BI Developer

to design, build, and deliver high-quality analytics and ETL (extract, transform&load) solutions that power decision-making across Pearson Virtual Schools. This role will operate at the intersection of

data engineering and business intelligence

, transforming complex data into intuitive, scalable reporting experiences.

You will partner closely with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to develop

semantic models, dashboards, and reporting experiences

that align with defined data products and organizational standards. This is a hands-on individual contributor role with strong ownership expectations across the full lifecycle of analytics delivery-from requirements through deployment and optimization.

What You'll Do

Data Visualization&Reporting

Design and develop

Power BI dashboards and reports

that support school operations, student outcomes analysis, and enterprise reporting

Translate business needs into

intuitive, actionable visualizations

aligned with PVS reporting standards

Optimize report performance, usability, and accessibility for diverse end users (school leaders, analysts, executives)

Implement and maintain data security policies within reporting tools in adherence with PVS data security policies, governance and best practices

Semantic Modeling

Build and maintain

Power BI semantic models (datasets)

that serve as governed, reusable data foundations

Implement

data modeling best practices

(star schema, DAX optimization, row-level security)

Partner with engineering to ensure alignment between

data pipelines and reporting layer

Data Quality&Reliability

Validate data outputs and ensure consistency between reports and source systems

Troubleshoot data discrepancies, refresh failures, and performance issues

Contribute to

monitoring, testing, and documentation

of reporting solutions

Implement and validate Row Level Security in a multi-tenant environment

Collaboration&Delivery

Work closely with business stakeholders to refine requirements and prioritize features

Participate in

design discussions, backlog refinement, and peer reviews

Communicate technical tradeoffs, risks, and timelines clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

Scalability&Data Product Enablement

Contribute to the development of

scalable, reusable reporting assets

that align with PVS data product strategy

Support

self-service analytics

by enabling well-documented datasets and consistent definitions

Drive improvements in deployment practices, governance, and lifecycle management

What You Bring

Technical Expertise

Advanced experience with

Power BI (report development, visualizations, DAX, Power Query, semantic modeling,

Tabular Editor 3

,

DAX Studio

, or

ALM Toolkit)

Strong understanding of

data modeling concepts

(star schema, fact/dimension design)

Experience with

SQL

and working with structured datasets in data warehouses/lakehouses

Familiarity with

data pipelines and integration concepts

(e.g., Azure Data Factory, ETL/ELT patterns)

Problem Solving&Ownership

Proven ability to independently deliver

end-to-end reporting solutions

Strong troubleshooting skills across

data, performance, and visualization issues

Experience improving

data quality, reliability, and usability

Collaboration&Communication

Strong communication skills that deliver exceptional value to internal and external customers

Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights

Experience working cross-functionally with

engineering, analytics, and business teams

Strong documentation and knowledge-sharing practices

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in

Power BI development, business intelligence, or analytics engineering

Demonstrated experience delivering

production-grade reporting solutions

used for operational or strategic decision-making

Experience working in

data-driven environments with evolving data architecture and governance practices

Preferred Experience

Experience in

education, EdTech, or multi-tenant data environments

Familiarity with

Azure ecosystem (Synapse, Fabric, Data Factory, or similar)

Exposure to

data governance, lineage, and semantic layer standardization

Experience supporting

self-service analytics at scale

Why Join Us

Lead impactful analytics work that supports

students, educators, and school systems nationwide

Be part of a

growing Data Product organization

shaping the future of analytics at PVS

Work in a collaborative environment that values

innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement

Become part of the Pearson Virtual Schools mission where we are helping people achieve success through lifelong learning

Success in This Role Looks Like

Trusted, high-performing Power BI reports used consistently by stakeholders

Scalable semantic models enabling self-service analytics

Reduced data discrepancies and improved reporting reliability

Strong partnership across engineering, analytics, and business teams

Consistent delivery of reporting projects meeting and exceeding requirements and timeframes

Applications will be accepted through June 1. This window may be extended depending on business needs.

Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York State, New York City, Vermont, Washington State, and Washington DC laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:

The full-time salary range is between $90,000 - $110,000

This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is

here

.

Who we are:

At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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Job:

Engineering

Job Family:

TECHNOLOGY

Organization:

Virtual Learning

Schedule:

FULL_TIME

Workplace Type:

Remote

Req ID:

24302

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