Job title:Power BI Custom Visualization Developer
Location:Remote with occasional travel to our Manchester or Leeds office as and when necessary
Hours:Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Salary:Up to £60k depending on experience + benefits
BCN is a leading managed IT services provider based in the United Kingdom, specialising in delivering cutting-edge technology solutions across various sectors, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data management. We’re proud to have a strong Glassdoor rating, a reflection of the dedication and feedback from our amazing team.
Our core values of integrity, accountability, efficiency, communication, and teamwork shape everything we do. We foster a culture of openness, where collaboration is key. At BCN, we achieve success through collective effort!
We are looking for an experienced developer to join our forward-thinking and innovative team. You will be working as part of a customer-centric cross-functional product development team responsible for designing, building, and maintaining a market-leading Power BI custom visualisation (SaaS).
This role will require a mix of technical skills, data knowledge, and an understanding of user experience design. If you are a technically capable, driven, and ambitious developer, who is passionate about solving complex problems, then this could be the role for you.
Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) for core programming.
Understanding TypeScript syntax (e.g., types, interfaces) for stricter code structure and debugging.
HTML/CSS: Custom visuals are rendered in a browser-like environment within Power BI, requiring HTML for structure and CSS for styling.
Experience of using D3.js (a powerful JavaScript library for data-driven document manipulation, commonly used to create dynamic and interactive visuals in Power BI.)
Data Structures and JSON: Ability to parse and transform JSON data (e.g., categorical or numerical datasets).
Power BI Data Model Awareness: Familiarity with Power BI’s data roles (e.g., X-axis, Y-axis, Tooltips).
Familiarity with Power BI Custom Visuals SDK: This is the official toolkit for creating custom visuals, built on Node.js
Adherence to standard coding principles (DRY, SOLID)
Data Visualization Principles: Understanding of best practices (e.g., avoiding clutter, using color effectively).
Debugging and Testing: Familiarity with browser developer tools (e.g., Chrome DevTools) to inspect SVG and console logs.
Power BI Ecosystem Knowledge: Familiarity with Power BI Desktop, Service, and how visuals interact with reports and dashboards.
Performance Optimization: Skills to optimize rendering for large datasets (e.g., debouncing updates, efficient D3 code).
Azure DevOps – Boards, Repos and CI/CD Pipelines.
Microsoft Certification and Publishing: Understanding Microsoft’s guidelines for publishing visuals to AppSource (e.g., security, accessibility).
Experience of developing/architecting solutions
Excellent problem-solving skills and an inquisitive nature
Drive to deliver the highest standard of work
Able to communicate ideas to non-technical stakeholders
The opportunity to shape your own future with industry leading training and development, with access to our BCN Academy.
Competitive salary with the ability to progress.
23-days holiday allowance, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays, an extra day off on your birthday and the option to buy more!
2 paid leave days per year to volunteer and support your local community – if it matters to you it matters to us.
Health cash plan with free access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) supporting bereavement, financial, health and wellbeing, and much more
Cycle to work scheme, electric vehicle scheme, home and tech scheme, and retail discounts.
Balancing work, life, and fitness can be challenging, so we offer a free on-site gym at our Manchester and Leeds locations to make it easier to stay active.
Long service recognition to celebrate all the milestones
Beer (or soft drinks) and Pizza Friday’s, dress down every day, social events such as Summer BBQ, Christmas party and lots more!
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