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Sr IT Analyst

Xylem, Charlotte, NC, United States


Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Job Description Summary

Xylem is seeking an experienced

Sr. IT Analyst

with deep expertise in

Power BI

,

Databricks

, and modern data platforms to support enterprise-wide business intelligence initiatives. In this role, you will design and deliver high-impact dashboards and reporting solutions that transform complex data into actionable insights, enabling informed decision-making across the organization.

This position blends hands-on BI development with strong business partnership and is ideal for an analyst who thrives in a modern data environment and enjoys driving insight at scale.

The Role

As a

Sr. IT Analyst

on the Business Intelligence team, you will lead the design, development, and optimization of Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions. You will partner closely with data engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to ensure data is well-modeled, performant, and presented in a way that supports operational and strategic decision-making.

Core Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain

interactive Power BI dashboards and reports

for enterprise stakeholders

Connect, model, and optimize data from

Databricks, SAP Datasphere, cloud platforms, databases, and APIs

Perform data transformation and preparation using

Power Query

to ensure accuracy and consistency

Build and maintain robust

data models

(star and snowflake schemas) optimized for performance and scalability

Develop advanced

DAX measures and calculations

to support business metrics and analysis

Collaborate with data engineers and architects on data sourcing, pipelines, and architecture

Translate business requirements into technical solutions and actionable insights

Monitor, test, and tune dashboards and reports to ensure optimal performance with large datasets

Validate data accuracy and troubleshoot report, refresh, and performance issues

Document dashboards, data models, and development standards; support end-user training as needed

Stay current on Power BI capabilities, best practices, and BI trends

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field

3+ years of experience

in a BI, analytics, or IT analyst role with strong

Power BI

focus

Proficiency in

SQL, DAX, Power Query, and data modeling techniques

Experience working with

large datasets

and optimizing models and queries for performance

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with

Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud

data platforms

Familiarity with

data lakes, data warehouses, and dimensional modeling

Experience using

Git or other version control systems

for BI artifacts

Exposure to other BI tools such as

MicroStrategy, SAP BusinessObjects, or Looker

Hands-on experience with

Databricks

and

SAP Datasphere

Experience automating data workflows using

Power Automate, Python, or external ETL tools

#LI-ED

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation