CTG is seeking to fill a BI Developer (Application Developer/Microsoft Analytics) opening for our client in Bakersfield, CA. Location: Bakersfield, CA Duration: 12 months Duties: Design, develop, and implement business intelligence, data warehousing, and reporting applications using Microsoft BI tools. Build and optimize Power BI dashboards, reports, and visualizations, including Power BI Report Builder (Paginated), Power BI Embedded services, and SSRS. Write and optimize complex queries using Power Query, DAX, R, and T-SQL. Implement and manage security features to ensure compliance and data protection. Optimize dashboards and reports for usability, performance, flexibility, testability, and standardization. Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into BI solutions. Troubleshoot, support, and maintain BI applications to ensure continuous availability and reliability. Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft BI tools, including Power BI, Power BI Report Builder, Power BI Embedded, and SSRS. Strong SQL Server programming skills. Expertise in Power Query, DAX, R, and T-SQL. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of BI security features and performance optimization techniques. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Experience: Proven experience in BI development with Microsoft analytics tools. Hands-on experience designing and developing reports and dashboards with Power BI. Experience implementing BI security features and optimizing performance. Experience in data warehousing and reporting solutions. Nice to Have: Experience with Databricks and cloud skills (AWS preferred). 2+ years of experience developing and deploying generative AI models. Strong programming skills in Python, TensorFlow, or PyTorch. Familiarity with deep learning frameworks, Docker/Kubernetes, and cloud-based infrastructure. Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and data visualization techniques. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field required. Advanced degree (MS or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related field) preferred. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required. CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role. To Apply: To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Laura Dominguez at Laura.Dominguez@ctg.com. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you! The expected base salary for this position ranges from $75.00 to $83.00/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered. About CTG CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit www.ctg.com. Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people, reflected by our recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified™ company across many of our global operations. CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws. CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.