Consulting Senior Manager - PowerBI Solutions Architect

About the Position

Consulting Senior Manager - PowerBI Solutions Architect

Date published: Sep 18 2026

Location: London / United Kingdom

Job category: Consulting

Work model: Hybrid

About Cognizant Consulting

Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice. We’re a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we’re looking for our next colleague who’ll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you?

About the Role

As a Power BI Solution Architect, you will make an impact by defining the end-to-end architecture for enterprise business intelligence and management information applications. You will be a valued member of the BI / MI team and work collaboratively with the Cognizant Engagement Lead, report developers, BI engineers, business stakeholders, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end architecture for Power BI-based BI and management information applications, translating reporting needs into scalable technical solutions.
• Design governed semantic and data models using star-schema principles, DAX and Power Query, and define standards for datasets, dataflows, workspaces, and report design.
• Architect integrations between Power BI and Azure or AWS data platforms, including capacity, gateway, and deployment pipeline strategies.
• Establish secure, compliant platform controls covering row-level security, workspace access, sensitivity labels, monitoring, usage analytics, and cost optimization.
• Improve platform performance and delivery quality by optimizing refreshes, dataset size, and query efficiency, enabling CI/CD, and mentoring report developers and BI engineers.

Requirements

• At least five years of business intelligence or data architecture experience, including at least three years delivering Power BI at enterprise scale.
• Expert knowledge of Power BI, DAX, Power Query (M), semantic modelling, and dimensional modelling, supported by strong SQL capability.
• Hands-on experience with Power BI Service, Premium or Microsoft Fabric capacity, gateways, deployment pipelines, and cloud data-platform integration across Azure or AWS.
• Strong understanding of row-level security, tenant governance, access controls, data protection, and enterprise BI release practices.
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills, with the ability to explain complex architecture clearly, influence technical decisions, and support delivery teams.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Microsoft Fabric or Azure Synapse.
• Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst certification (PL-300) or an equivalent credential.
• Experience delivering solutions in regulated or public-sector environments.
• A background in enterprise management information, reporting modernization, or migration programmes.
• A strategic, forward-looking, and proactive approach to identifying data-quality, performance, and governance risks.

Security Clearance

SC Clearance required or eligibility to obtain clearance.

About Cognizant

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process, and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes, and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

Additional Employment Information

Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government-issued ID during each interview.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.

Benefits that Help You Thrive and Grow

Our benefits program is built with you in mind-so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced, and healthy life.

Financial Wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, etc.

Physical and Mental Health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program, and more.

Your Career, Your Way

With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities to explore new technologies, industries, and locations-and build the skills you need to grow your career.

Real-World Impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

Your Path to Cognizant

Here’s what you can expect from our hiring process. Please keep in mind that it may vary by role and location. Explore our FAQs to learn more.

Step 1: Apply to the Right Opportunity

Find an open role that matches your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Don’t see the right opportunity? Consider joining our Talent Community.

Step 2: Connect with Your Recruiter

If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short intro call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills match the role.

Step 3: Show Off Your Skills

If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll interview with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

Step 4: Decision Time

Our team will then review each candidate’s potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us-but you can count on us to keep you updated.

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