Data & Automation Developer
Data & Automation Developer Power BI, Power Platform & AI Innovation 37k- 41k + Bonus + PMI Dorset
Salary: 37,000 - 41,000 DOE + Benefits + Bonus scheme
Location: Dorset (primarily office-based, with some flexibility)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
The Opportunity
A growing organisation is seeking a Data & Automation Developer to support its digital transformation and AI adoption strategy.
Reporting to the IT Director, you'll help teams across the business improve decision-making, streamline processes and unlock the value of their data through Power BI,
Power Platform and AI-driven solutions.
This is a varied, hands-on role that combines data analytics, automation development and emerging AI technologies, giving you the opportunity to make a genuine impact across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports.
- Analyse, transform and visualise data from multiple sources.
- Build solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate and Dataverse.
- Develop automation workflows that improve efficiency and reduce manual processes.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver practical solutions.
- Identify and implement opportunities to use AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot and Claude.
- Support data governance, security and GDPR-compliant data handling.
- Explore innovative approaches using AI, automation and potentially Python-based solutions.
About You
Essential
- Proven experience in a Data Analyst, BI Developer, Power Platform Developer or similar role.
- Strong Power BI skills, including DAX, Power Query, data modelling and dashboard creation.
- Experience with Power Apps, Power Automate and Dataverse.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management abilities.
- Passion for automation, innovation and continuous improvement.
Desirable
- SQL and/or Python experience.
- API integrations and automation experience.
- Exposure to Microsoft Fabric, Azure or Copilot Studio.
- Experience implementing AI solutions within a business environment.
What's on Offer?
- 37,000 - 41,000 salary depending on experience
- Bonus scheme
- Pension
- Private Medical Insurance
- Opportunity to influence the organisation's AI and automation strategy
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and digital transformation projects
- Collaborative working environment with direct access to senior leadership
Working Pattern
The organisation values face-to-face collaboration, so candidates should be comfortable spending most of their time in the Dorset office. Some hybrid flexibility may be available for the right person.