Power Bi Business Intelligence

Suraj Vinod

Sr. Business Intelligence Developer

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Professional Summary

Over 10 years of experience in Business Intelligence, Data Visualization, and ETL development, with expertise in Power BI, Tableau, SSIS/SSRS, RDMS and Azure ecosystems.

Delivered solutions in diverse domains including Finance, Government, Supply Chain, Insurance, and Retail, ensuring domain-specific best practices.

Successfully worked across onshore-offshore models, managing cross-functional teams and driving project deliveries across multiple geographies.

Proven track record of leading end-to-end migrations from Tableau and Cognos to Power BI, including dashboard modernization, performance tuning, and user enablement.

Hands-on experience in integrating Google Cloud Platform (Big Query, Dremio) with Power BI for scalable and real-time analytics.

Strong expertise in data modelling (Star/Snowflake schemas), DAX, M Query, and designing parameter-driven and drill-through dashboards for executive reporting.

Proficient in building custom ETL pipelines using SSIS, Informatica, and Python scripts to process large datasets across SQL Server, Oracle, Teradata, and Snowflake.

Designed and developed advanced reporting solutions with SSRS, Power BI Paginated Reports, and Report Builder, ensuring high usability and performance.

Deep experience with PowerApps, Power Automate, and REST API integrations to create automated business solutions and apps for forecasting, alerts, and reporting.

Expertise in implementing data governance, security protocols including Row-Level Security (RLS), access control, and documenting data lineage.

Skilled in Python scripting for data extraction and automation, along with version control and DevOps integration for BI assets.

Experienced in configuring and deploying Power BI Report Server, Tableau Server, and integrating Cloud and On-Premise data sources.

Known for building reusable components, BI templates, and enterprise-wide standards to promote consistency and maintainability.

Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications and manage stakeholders effectively.

Extensive experience in troubleshooting cross-platform data discrepancies and maintaining data integrity through rigorous validation and QA practices.

Wells Fargo, Charlotte, NC

Sr. Business Intelligence Developer Jan 2025 – Present

Led the enterprise-wide migration from Tableau to Power BI, improving report performance, interactivity, and reducing licensing costs.

Designed and implemented Proof of Concepts (POCs) for seamless integration between Google Cloud Platform (GCP), BigQuery, and Power BI, enabling real-time scalable dashboards.

Built a custom connectivity solution between GCP and Dremio, allowing direct query access to massive datasets with minimal latency.

Developed financial domain-specific dashboards and executive scorecards, enabling data-driven decision-making and KPI visibility.

Integrated and harmonized data across GCP, Dremio, and OCP, delivering consolidated and governed business views.

Engineered parameterized and dynamic Power BI reports tailored for complex financial datasets and ad hoc user analysis.

Applied advanced DAX measures and Power BI bookmarks to craft intuitive and visually impactful storytelling experiences.

Expertise in data modelling using star and snowflake schemas, resulting in optimized performance and reusable datasets.

Automated data pipelines between BigQuery and Power BI, reducing manual intervention and ensuring near real-time reporting.

Utilized Power Query (M language) for advanced data transformation and cleanup across disparate sources.

Standardized enterprise visualizations by building Power BI templates, themes, and reusable components for consistent design.

Troubleshot and resolved cross-platform data integrity issues between Tableau, Power BI, and backend sources.

Developed custom connectors and Power BI dataflows to streamline interoperability with cloud-native platforms.

Spearheaded migration planning, risk mitigation, and validation during Tableau-to-Power BI transition efforts.

Conducted data profiling, QA checks, and integrity audits across multiple cloud and on-prem sources.

Designed executive dashboards with drill-through and dynamic filter capabilities, driving actionable insights.

Implemented Row-Level Security (RLS) and managed access controls to meet regulatory and compliance requirements.

Authored detailed documentation for ETL workflows, data lineage, and report logic, improving onboarding and auditability.

City of Glendale, Glendale AZ

Sr. Business Intelligence Developer Aug 2023 – Dec 2024

Developed and maintained robust Power BI data models, cleaning, transforming, and integrating data from multiple sources (SQL Server, Oracle, Snowflake).

Designed and implemented interactive visualizations and reports using Power BI, SSRS (with cross-tabs, drill-downs, pagination, sub-reports), and Tableau.

Architected data marts and multidimensional models (Star and Snowflake schemas) for efficient data organization and analysis.

Led the migration of reporting systems from Tableau and Cognos to Power BI, improving user experience and performance.

Executed ETL development using SSIS, Informatica, and Pentaho, ensuring smooth data flow into data warehouses with error handling and rollback for data integrity.

Developed dynamic parameter-driven reports with complex DAX and M Query, incorporating what-if analysis and integration with PowerApps and Power Automate.

Built and supported SSAS Tabular and Multidimensional cubes, applying security models and advanced DAX calculations.

Automated business processes using PowerApps and Power Automate, including forecasting apps and email notifications via ServiceNow.

Configured and deployed reports on Power BI Report Server and SSRS Report Manager, scheduling and managing report distribution.

Utilized Python scripting for large dataset processing and custom data extraction.

Maintained client communications and documentation to support production environments and knowledge transfer.

Office of Management Budget (OMB), New York

Sr. Business Intelligence Developer Apr 2020 – Jul 2023

Led end-to-end design and deployment of BI solutions with a focus on intuitive user experience and data-driven decision-making.

Migrated enterprise reports from Cognos to Power BI, modernizing analytics infrastructure and improving report interactivity.

Designed robust data models using DAX and M Query, converting raw data into actionable insights.

Developed SSAS OLAP cubes and implemented Star/Snowflake schemas to optimize performance for high-volume datasets.

Delivered custom KPIs and drill-down SSRS reports, supporting executives with dynamic performance tracking.

Automated ETL pipelines using SSIS and AMDB, supporting OLTP to OLAP transitions and cloud warehousing.

Enabled real-time insights through incremental data refreshes and Tableau Server dashboard publishing.

Built PowerApps and Power Automate flows for business process automation and self-service forecasting.

Applied row-level security (RLS) and data governance for region-specific and role-based report access.

Transformed and blended data from sources like Oracle, SQL Server, Snowflake, ODBC, Flat Files, and more.

Designed paginated reports in Power BI Report Builder for both cloud and on-prem data sources.

Created reusable report templates and streamlined report scheduling and deployment across teams.

Built custom Python scripts to preprocess large datasets and integrate multi-format files into reporting.

Administered and maintained Power BI and Tableau environments, driving performance and compliance.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define reporting KPIs, conduct code reviews, and ensure seamless delivery.

Documented ETL workflows, data mappings, and report logic to support long-term scalability and onboarding.

NYC Housing Recovery Operations (HRO), New York

Sr. Business Intelligence Developer Sep 2019 – Mar 2020

Designed and implemented a BI strategy with strong data governance protocols, improving trust and usability of reports.

Integrated CRM systems with BI tools, streamlining access to real-time intelligence for support and operational teams.

Developed custom data collection models tailored for visualization and operational monitoring.

Built organization-wide dashboards for intelligence sharing, boosting transparency and collaboration.

Utilized Tableau Desktop to analyse large datasets with groups, sets, hierarchies, filters, and bins for deep insights.

Created SSIS ETL packages for validating, extracting, transforming, and loading data into data warehouses from flat files and other sources.

Built SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) reports for statistical analysis across divisions and timeframes.

Published and embedded Power BI reports and dashboards into web and mobile apps, enabling on-the-go decision-making.

Developed Power BI apps using REST API, integrating reports with enterprise systems.

Partnered with DevOps to integrate BI solutions into the development pipeline, ensuring seamless delivery of analytics assets.

Engineered Tableau dashboards with conditional constraints, focusing on targeted stakeholder needs.

Developed self-service data analysis tools, enabling business teams to explore insights independently.

Strengthened BI infrastructure on secure servers, ensuring scalability while leveraging modern database technologies.

Guided BI tool adoption across teams, selecting tools and refining onboarding for smoother transition.

Grant Care, Houston, TX

Power BI Developer Jun 2017 – Aug 2019

Designed and built interactive Power BI dashboards by transforming, cleaning, and integrating data from diverse sources including Azure SQL DB, SQL Server, and CSV files.

Developed data models using Power BI Desktop, enabling self-service analytics with efficient DAX calculations and measures.

Published Power BI reports to the Power BI Service, supporting live dashboards and real-time business monitoring.

Created parameterized, drill-down, drill-through, and sub-reports using SSRS, enhancing end-user report navigation.

Developed complex SSIS packages to migrate and consolidate data from multiple sources for analytical use.

Utilized Denodo for data virtualization and real-time data integration across disparate systems.

Partnered with business analysts, data modelers, and cross-functional teams to align reports with business goals and workflows.

Engineered and maintained summary, benchmark, and trend reports using Tableau Desktop for business performance insights.

Deployed SSRS reports to report servers and resolved deployment-related issues for consistent delivery.

Delivered insights using DAX, M Query, and advanced visualizations to support business operations and service performance.

Experienced in using TOAD, Crystal Reports, and Business Objects (BO) for legacy and modern reporting tasks.

Ensured data consistency and clarity through strong data modelling and collaboration across technical and business teams.

Bizpulse Software System Pvt. Ltd., India

Quality Analyst Feb 2015 – Dec 2016

Played a key role in designing and developing C/C++/Visual C++/QT applications for Radiometric Thickness Gauging Systems used in major Indian steel mills.

Leveraged Python scripting to automate and execute comprehensive test cases, enhancing test coverage and accuracy.

Collaborated across full software lifecycle phases—requirements, design, coding, integration, testing, and maintenance—to ensure product quality.

Applied advanced C++ frameworks for robust desktop application testing, demonstrating deep technical expertise.

Delivered projects on time with effective post-implementation support, ensuring smooth deployment and customer satisfaction.

Managed test cases, defect tracking, and documentation efficiently using JIRA, improving transparency and workflow.

Education

Master of Science in Mechatronics, 2019

Florida Atlantic University,

Boca Raton, FL, USA.

Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering, 2016

Malla Reddy Engineering College (Autonomous),

affiliated to JNTU, Hyderabad, India.

Certification

Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Functional Consultant Associate, 2024

Microsoft Corp.

Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst, 2023

Microsoft Corp.

Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), 2023

Scrum Alliance Inc.

Certified Scrum Master (CSM), 2022

Scrum Alliance Inc.

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