Microstrategy Developer & Lead

As a MicroStrategy Developer & Lead at NXT GIG, your key responsibilities include leading the design and development of MicroStrategy BI solutions, collaborating with business users to gather requirements, overseeing your team's development efforts, optimizing existing environments, and conducting training sessions for end-users. Your leadership will ensure that high-quality standards are maintained throughout the development process.

To qualify for the MicroStrategy Developer & Lead position at NXT GIG, candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. They should also have proven experience as a MicroStrategy Developer with a strong command of the platform, leadership experience in managing a team of BI developers, and a solid understanding of data warehousing and database concepts.

At NXT GIG, we are committed to the growth of our employees. As a MicroStrategy Developer & Lead, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, including workshops and conferences focusing on the latest MicroStrategy features and BI trends. This enables you to stay updated and improve methodologies, ensuring your skills remain sharp and relevant.

A MicroStrategy Developer & Lead at NXT GIG can expect a collaborative and supportive team environment. You will lead a team of developers, encouraging innovation and creativity while fostering best practices in BI solutions. Regular team meetings, code reviews, and architectural discussions will allow for open communication and shared learning, ensuring that every team member feels valued and involved.

Success as a MicroStrategy Developer & Lead at NXT GIG requires excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities for stakeholder engagement, and proficiency in SQL and relational databases such as Oracle and SQL Server. Additionally, a deep understanding of ETL processes and data warehousing concepts will be crucial in delivering effective BI solutions.

In your answer, highlight your hands-on experience with the MicroStrategy platform, focusing on specific projects where you designed reports and dashboards. Discuss any leading roles you held and how you influenced BI initiatives in previous positions.

Explain your methodology for understanding business needs, such as conducting interviews, workshops, or surveys. Emphasize your communication skills and how you ensure that user requirements are translated into efficient BI solutions.

Share specific examples of performance issues you encountered, detailing how you identified the root causes and the solutions you implemented. This could include optimizing queries, enhancing data sources, or adjusting report design.

Discuss methods you use to foster an encouraging work environment, such as providing constructive feedback, recognizing accomplishments, and engaging in team-building activities that strengthen interpersonal relationships.

Describe your approach to collaboration, highlighting how you establish clear lines of communication, set shared goals, and use collaborative tools to facilitate teamwork among different departments.

Mention specific resources you utilize, such as industry blogs, webinars, conferences, and certification courses. Show your commitment to continuous learning and adaptability in your field.

Use this opportunity to walk through a project from inception to completion, emphasizing your leadership role, the challenges faced, team collaboration, and the overall impact of the project on decision-making.

Share key principles you adhere to when creating data visualizations, such as simplicity, clarity, and ensuring that the visual aids prompt actionable insights for stakeholders.

Discuss the importance of code reviews in ensuring quality and knowledge sharing. Explain how you provide constructive criticism, encourage peer reviews, and maintain an inclusive and educational atmosphere during these sessions.

Outline the tools and technologies you are familiar with for implementing ETL processes. Discuss how you decide on the best tool based on project requirements, and any specific advantages you've found with certain software.