Senior BI Specialist
About G-nous & the opportunity
G-nous is a dynamic and innovative consulting company operating at the frontier of data, space governance, and strategy. Since 2014, G-nous has been a trusted partner of the European Space Agency (ESA), collaborating closely with teams dedicated to Industrial Policy, Geographical Return, and strategic decision analytics.
We are seeking a Senior BI Specialist - Fabric & Power Platform to join our team, working directly on strategic initiatives for ESA.
In this role, end-to-end Power BI development is the core anchor of your daily work : you will design scalable semantic models, write advanced DAX, and deliver executive dashboards that guide top-level space policies. What makes this role unique is your mastery of the complete modern data ecosystem: architecting lakehouse environments in Microsoft Fabric, orchestrating workflows and low-code apps with Power Automate & Power Apps , leveraging Python & SQL , and actively exploiting Microsoft Copilot & AI tools to accelerate development, automate analysis, and deliver AI-assisted insights to decision-makers.
What you will do
Enterprise BI & UX/UI storytelling : design and maintain executive dashboards for ESA; engineer complex DAX measures, star schemas, and optimized semantic models, turn complex institutional datasets into intuitive visual narratives.
AI-Driven analytics & Copilot adoption : leverage Microsoft Copilot across Power BI, Fabric, and Power Platform to accelerate development (DAX, code, narrative summaries); prototype GenAI capabilities (Azure OpenAI, natural language Q&A;, AI visuals) to augment analytical decision-making.
Modern data architecture / Fabric & Azure : build and manage Lakehouse layers, OneLake storage, and Data Factory pipelines, leveraging Direct Lake connectivity for near real-time analytics. Build scalable ELT/ETL flows with seamless Direct Lake connectivity to Power BI.
Process automation & low-code apps : build operational Power Apps for user inputs and trigger automated workflows via Power Automate.
Data engineering with Python & SQL : write robust SQL and Python (Pandas, PySpark, Fabric Notebooks) scripts for transformation, validation, and analytics.
Strategic stakeholder engagement : guide ESA stakeholders from deep-dive technical sessions to high-level executive presentations, translating complex institutional policies into actionable analytics.
Who we're looking for
Education : Degree in a STEM discipline (Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, or related field).
Experience : 5+ years in Microsoft BI consulting
Technical stack:
Hands-on proficiency with Microsoft Fabric (Data Factory, Lakehouse, Direct Lake).
Practical experience with Power BI, Power Apps and Power Automate.
Solid data scripting skills in SQL and Python (PySpark/Pandas).
Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot and GenAI tools for developer productivity.
Languages & soft skills : fluent English (written/spoken) and solid stakeholder management capabilities. The work is primarily conducted in English, requiring full professional fluency to draft complex documents and lead international meetings. An advanced or native-lvel proficiency in Italian is also essential.
Nice to have:
Microsoft Certifications : PL-300 (or DA-100) and/or DP-600.
Experience with Azure OpenAI services.
Prior consulting experience within aerospace or international public bodies (ESA, EC, UN).
Compensation
Indicative target compensation(base salary + MBO + benefits): € 40.000 - € 50.000
Long-term commitment
We are seeking an ambitious professional looking for long-term stability and career impact . At G-nous, your work directly supports ESA's strategic European space initiatives within an innovative, collaborative, and forward-thinking team.
Job details & location
Commitment : full-time.
Contract Type : permanent or fixed-term contract
Role based in Bari (Italy), with the possibility of remote work to be evaluated
Eligibility & inclusion
Candidates must be current residents of Italy and hold a valid EU work permit .
G-nous is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with Italian Legislative Decrees 198/2006, 215/03 and 216/03, this position is open to candidates of any gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity or religious belief.
Applications from individuals belonging to Protected Categories (L. 68/99) are welcome and encouraged, as we value diversity of perspective as a driver for growth.
G-nous is a dynamic and innovative consulting company operating at the frontier of data, space governance, and strategy. Since 2014, G-nous has been a trusted partner of the European Space Agency (ESA), collaborating closely with teams dedicated to Industrial Policy, Geographical Return, and strategic decision analytics.
We are seeking a Senior BI Specialist - Fabric & Power Platform to join our team, working directly on strategic initiatives for ESA.
In this role, end-to-end Power BI development is the core anchor of your daily work : you will design scalable semantic models, write advanced DAX, and deliver executive dashboards that guide top-level space policies. What makes this role unique is your mastery of the complete modern data ecosystem: architecting lakehouse environments in Microsoft Fabric, orchestrating workflows and low-code apps with Power Automate & Power Apps , leveraging Python & SQL , and actively exploiting Microsoft Copilot & AI tools to accelerate development, automate analysis, and deliver AI-assisted insights to decision-makers.
What you will do
Enterprise BI & UX/UI storytelling : design and maintain executive dashboards for ESA; engineer complex DAX measures, star schemas, and optimized semantic models, turn complex institutional datasets into intuitive visual narratives.
AI-Driven analytics & Copilot adoption : leverage Microsoft Copilot across Power BI, Fabric, and Power Platform to accelerate development (DAX, code, narrative summaries); prototype GenAI capabilities (Azure OpenAI, natural language Q&A;, AI visuals) to augment analytical decision-making.
Modern data architecture / Fabric & Azure : build and manage Lakehouse layers, OneLake storage, and Data Factory pipelines, leveraging Direct Lake connectivity for near real-time analytics. Build scalable ELT/ETL flows with seamless Direct Lake connectivity to Power BI.
Process automation & low-code apps : build operational Power Apps for user inputs and trigger automated workflows via Power Automate.
Data engineering with Python & SQL : write robust SQL and Python (Pandas, PySpark, Fabric Notebooks) scripts for transformation, validation, and analytics.
Strategic stakeholder engagement : guide ESA stakeholders from deep-dive technical sessions to high-level executive presentations, translating complex institutional policies into actionable analytics.
Who we're looking for
Education : Degree in a STEM discipline (Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, or related field).
Experience : 5+ years in Microsoft BI consulting
Technical stack:
Hands-on proficiency with Microsoft Fabric (Data Factory, Lakehouse, Direct Lake).
Practical experience with Power BI, Power Apps and Power Automate.
Solid data scripting skills in SQL and Python (PySpark/Pandas).
Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot and GenAI tools for developer productivity.
Languages & soft skills : fluent English (written/spoken) and solid stakeholder management capabilities. The work is primarily conducted in English, requiring full professional fluency to draft complex documents and lead international meetings. An advanced or native-lvel proficiency in Italian is also essential.
Nice to have:
Microsoft Certifications : PL-300 (or DA-100) and/or DP-600.
Experience with Azure OpenAI services.
Prior consulting experience within aerospace or international public bodies (ESA, EC, UN).
Compensation
Indicative target compensation(base salary + MBO + benefits): € 40.000 - € 50.000
Long-term commitment
We are seeking an ambitious professional looking for long-term stability and career impact . At G-nous, your work directly supports ESA's strategic European space initiatives within an innovative, collaborative, and forward-thinking team.
Job details & location
Commitment : full-time.
Contract Type : permanent or fixed-term contract
Role based in Bari (Italy), with the possibility of remote work to be evaluated
Eligibility & inclusion
Candidates must be current residents of Italy and hold a valid EU work permit .
G-nous is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with Italian Legislative Decrees 198/2006, 215/03 and 216/03, this position is open to candidates of any gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity or religious belief.
Applications from individuals belonging to Protected Categories (L. 68/99) are welcome and encouraged, as we value diversity of perspective as a driver for growth.