How to hire a bi developer

How to hire a bi developer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step bi developer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a bi developer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new bi developer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The bi developer hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A bi developer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, bi developers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of bi developer salaries for various roles:

   Type of BI Developer	Description	Hourly rate
   BI Developer	Software developers are the creative minds behind computer programs. Some develop the applications that allow people to do specific tasks on a computer or another device... Show more	$34-57
   Data Warehouse Developer	Data Warehouse Developers are information technology (IT) professionals assigned to manage company-related information or data. They are responsible for creating the company's data warehouse, where the company's data will be stored... Show more	$34-57
   Business Intelligence Developer	A business intelligence developer is primarily responsible for organizing and developing systems that will inform the company of essential data and solutions as a basis for decision-making. They are also responsible for coordinating with stakeholders and other high-ranking personnel to determine specific goals, develop models, conduct research and analysis, and gather data through various processes, ensuring accuracy and productivity... Show more	$33-58

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Power Bi
   • Dashboards
   • ETL
   • Visualization
   • SSRS
   • Data Warehouse
   • Data Analysis
   • SSAS
   • SQL Server Analysis
   • Java
   • T-SQL
   • Azure
   • Ssis Packages
   • C #

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   Responsibilities:

   • Modify several DB2 queries to accomplish the task.
   • Utilize TFS for code check-in and check-out and manage different versions of complicate codes.
   • Manage BO reporting servers for software patches, security upgrades and other maintenance activities.
   • Work with DBA to create jobs, store procedures and triggers in SSMS to automate database updating work.
   • Manage and execute various BO reporting projects within organization.
   • Create sub, drill-down, drill through, parameterize, summary, and matrix reports in SSRS.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your bi developer job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A bi developer salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, bi developers' average salary in nebraska is 34% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level bi developers earn 40% less than senior-level bi developers.
   • Certifications. A bi developer with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a bi developer's salary.

   Average bi developer salary

   $92,647yearly

   $44.54 hourly rate

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   Entry-level bi developer salary

   $71,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 5, 2025

   Average bi developer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$120,406	$58
   2	Washington	$119,389	$57
   3	Oregon	$113,060	$54
   4	District of Columbia	$95,799	$46
   5	New York	$95,756	$46
   6	New Jersey	$93,059	$45
   7	Massachusetts	$92,559	$45
   8	Texas	$91,108	$44
   9	Florida	$89,669	$43
   10	Pennsylvania	$89,245	$43
   11	Arizona	$88,240	$42
   12	Virginia	$87,297	$42
   13	North Carolina	$86,722	$42
   14	Minnesota	$86,446	$42
   15	Ohio	$85,130	$41
   16	Maine	$84,502	$41
   17	Wisconsin	$84,260	$41
   18	Georgia	$83,579	$40
   19	Illinois	$83,427	$40
   20	Arkansas	$82,235	$40

   Average bi developer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Dropbox	$129,440	$62.23	1
   2	Costco Wholesale	$127,095	$61.10
   3	Sony Interactive Entertainment America	$127,094	$61.10
   4	Getaround	$124,123	$59.67
   5	Edward Hospital & Health Services	$120,235	$57.81
   6	H-E-B	$118,762	$57.10	1
   7	Gap Inc.	$118,583	$57.01
   8	Unity Technologies	$118,538	$56.99
   9	AARP	$115,287	$55.43
   10	Providence Health & Services	$115,203	$55.39
   11	The Fresh Market	$115,082	$55.33
   12	Fresh Direct Holdings Inc	$114,676	$55.13	1
   13	The Clorox Company	$113,895	$54.76
   14	AIG	$113,745	$54.69	4
   15	Slalom	$113,557	$54.59	52
   16	Kroger	$113,041	$54.35	1
   17	Hobby Lobby	$112,569	$54.12	1
   18	Expedia Group	$112,171	$53.93	2
   19	CTG	$111,612	$53.66	67
   20	TEKsystems	$110,719	$53.23	27

4. Writing a bi developer job description

   A good bi developer job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a bi developer job description:

   Bi developer job description example

   NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI - the next era of computing. NVIDIA is a “learning machine” that constantly evolves by adapting to new opportunities that are hard to solve, that only we can pursue, and that matter to the world. This is our life's work, to amplify human creativity and intelligence. Make the choice to join us today.
   
   As an integral member of the FP&A Data and Analytics team, our overarching responsibilities are to transform our data assets into business information and insights to enable effective decision making at all levels of the company. This is a role for a detail oriented individual who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
   What you'll be doing:
   Develop a deep understanding of our company strategies and its financial impact Automate key parts of the reporting process Develop BI solutions from requirements gathering to delivery with minimal guidance Design robust data models in SAP HANADevelop and maintain reporting and dashboards, using tools available but not limited to Tableau, Alteryx, SAC, Excel, etc.Work with teams of differing technical levels
   
   What we need to see:
   Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)8+ years of experience in data management, reporting, and data analysis Ability to plan effectively and implement timely to deadlines Detail orientated with the highest regard for accuracy and completeness Stellar problem solving and reasoning skills Experienced knowledge in data modeling, data warehousing, including standard methodologies and impact analysis Understanding of SDLC (Software Development Process) Experienced with SQL, SAP HANA, Tableau, Alteryx, Python and/or R.High level of confidence in working autonomously without constant supervision (self-starter, strong initiative, fast learner)
   
   Ways to stand out from the crowd:
   ERP experience SAP BW / SAC / XSA / UI5 experience Jira experience Creative and innovative teammate with a positive approach and a focus on business solutions
   
   With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, we are widely considered to be one of the technology world's most desirable employers; we have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and, due to unparalleled growth, best-in-class teams are rapidly growing. If you're creative and autonomous with a real passion for your work, we want to hear from you!
   
   NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right bi developer for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with bi developers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit bi developers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your bi developer job on Zippia to find and recruit bi developer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit bi developers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   Sometimes, it's not enough to interview bi developer candidates, so you can ask them to do a test project. If you are not a technical person and don't know what a test project should be, you can use these websites:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new bi developer

   Once you have selected a candidate for the bi developer position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new bi developer. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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