Lead BI Analyst

We are seeking an experienced Lead BI Analyst to strengthen our team of professionals who steer data-driven digital transformation across international projects spanning oil & gas, finance, retail and distribution, e-commerce, life sciences & healthcare, and more. In this role, you will own and orchestrate the planning and execution of elicitation and analysis activities across multiple workstreams, collaborating closely with senior business and IT stakeholders, mentoring team members, and setting quality standards for deliverables. Experience the freedom of remote work from anywhere in Georgia, whether from the comfort of your home, our modern offices in Tbilisi and Batumi or a coworking space in Kutaisi. Responsibilities Lead and oversee the design, development, and maintenance of dashboards, interactive charts, and reports, establishing visualization standards and best practices across projects Drive end-to-end data migration and modernization initiatives in collaboration with the development team, including oversight of ETL processes, data extraction, transformation, and loading Facilitate and lead meetings, workshops, and discovery sessions with clients and senior stakeholders to define, prioritize, and align business needs with strategic objectives Translate complex business requirements into actionable insights and strategic recommendations, fostering seamless collaboration with the delivery team throughout the project lifecycle Oversee data discovery, data assessment, and data profiling activities, leveraging advanced SQL queries and guiding team members in execution Define and maintain source-to-target mappings, data models, data flows, and related requirements documentation, ensuring consistency and quality standards across deliverables Own the definition, organization, and prioritization of backlogs with epics, features, and stories, aligning them with project goals and stakeholder expectations Drive and facilitate Agile ceremonies, including Sprint Reviews, Daily Stand-Ups, Planning, Refinements, and Retrospectives, ensuring team alignment and continuous improvement Lead User Acceptance Testing efforts with customer stakeholders, coordinating feedback cycles and sign-off processes Establish standards for high-quality post-development and post-production materials and ensure their consistent delivery Monitor and ensure the quality and reliability of all team deliverables, providing guidance, feedback, and mentorship to junior and mid-level analysts Contribute to pre-sales activities, including effort estimation, proposal preparation, and client presentations Identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks proactively, escalating and resolving issues to ensure smooth project delivery Requirements 7+ years of experience in data-related projects, such as data migration, data transformation, data governance, BI, and AI 5+ years of expertise in handling BI, DWH, Data and Analytical project requirements, including gathering, documenting, presenting, estimating, and prioritizing 2+ years of experience in a lead or senior advisory role, mentoring analysts and owning delivery quality Proven track record in end-to-end data and analytics project delivery using Agile and Waterfall methodologies, with experience managing multiple workstreams simultaneously Extensive experience working with large datasets and performing advanced data profiling using SQL queries Understanding of DWH fundamentals, Data Modeling, Data Quality, and data architecture principles Proficiency in preparing and reviewing source-to-target mappings for data ingestion, curation, and related processes Hands-on experience with BI tools such as Power BI and Tableau for data transformation, modeling, and visualization, with the ability to set standards and guide others Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders and C-level executives Ability to produce and enforce high-quality documentation, reports, and presentation standards Strong leadership mindset, self-motivated, proactive, and able to lead client interactions, resolve conflicts, and drive decisions with minimal supervision English proficiency at B2+ level or higher Nice to have Familiarity with data on cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, and GCP Ability to create prototypes, mock-ups, and proof-of-concept solutions Familiarity with Data Governance frameworks and their practical implementation Experience collaborating with data scientists and defining requirements for AI/ML-focused features Familiarity with AI tools for BI analysis, information elicitation, documentation, agile workflows, and data analysis Background in oil and gas, finance, insurance, supply chain, or marketing Experience acting as a Data Product Owner in analytical projects Experience in pre-sales, effort estimation, and shaping project proposals CBAP, CCBA, PMI-PBA, Microsoft/Tableau certifications We offer We connect like-minded people Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries Corporate and social events We invest in your growth Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database Free English classes with certified teachers We cover it all Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program Comprehensive medical & family care package Five trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate) Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services) EPAM Georgia is a team of innovators united by a passion for technology. The dynamic and inclusive culture we embrace helps positively impact our communities, clients, and employees. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to numerous cutting-edge projects, deliver the most creative solutions, and have an opportunity to learn. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we are proud to provide talents with a solid ground to develop and grow.