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Power BI roles in data analytics and business intelligence qualify for STEM OPT work authorization when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code. The 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months total to work for any employer enrolled in E-Verify, with no lottery and no cap.
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The BI Report Developer 2 assists the Quality Improvement and Data Analytics team to deliver solutions for BI needs via reports, dashboards, SQL queries, and metadata layers. This position is regarded as a Subject Matter Expert in the areas of BI Reporting, Data Warehousing, Data Modeling, and Epic reporting tools.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
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Designs, develops, and maintains business intelligence reports and dashboards.
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Creates and configures metadata objects.
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Develops a strong understanding of user reporting needs and makes recommendations on how reports can be developed using BI tools.
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Works with ETL developers to determine report design strategies.
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Works with IT to identify and understand source data systems.
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Analyzes possible reporting alternatives in relationship to business need, costs, effectiveness, and information availability requirements.
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Develops or assists in the creation of project time estimates.
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Develops and implements application documentation and training materials.
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Provides post implementation support of user questions and fine tuning of processes.
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Maintains communication with management and users during development or maintenance cycle.
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Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Industrial / Management Engineering, Business, Accounting, Finance, Healthcare, Data Science, Statistics, Economics, or a closely related field
Preferred Certification and Licensing:
- SQL Reporting Proficiency/Certification
- EPIC Cogito Fundamentals Proficiency/Certification
- EPIC Clarity Fundamentals Proficiency/ Certification
- EPIC Access, Clinical or Revenue Data Models Proficiency/Certification
- Business Intelligence: Power BI, Tableau or other related tools
Experience:
Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills
- Reporting Tools
- Using Excel for data analysis
- Microsoft SQL Server
- Exceptional presentation and analytical skills
- Highly self-motivated
- Works effectively as part of a team or independently
This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
CORE JOB SUMMARY
The BI Report Developer 2 assists the Quality Improvement and Data Analytics team to deliver solutions for BI needs via reports, dashboards, SQL queries, and metadata layers. This position is regarded as a Subject Matter Expert in the areas of BI Reporting, Data Warehousing, Data Modeling, and Epic reporting tools.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
-
Designs, develops, and maintains business intelligence reports and dashboards.
-
Creates and configures metadata objects.
-
Develops a strong understanding of user reporting needs and makes recommendations on how reports can be developed using BI tools.
-
Works with ETL developers to determine report design strategies.
-
Works with IT to identify and understand source data systems.
-
Analyzes possible reporting alternatives in relationship to business need, costs, effectiveness, and information availability requirements.
-
Develops or assists in the creation of project time estimates.
-
Develops and implements application documentation and training materials.
-
Provides post implementation support of user questions and fine tuning of processes.
-
Maintains communication with management and users during development or maintenance cycle.
-
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Industrial / Management Engineering, Business, Accounting, Finance, Healthcare, Data Science, Statistics, Economics, or a closely related field
Preferred Certification and Licensing:
- SQL Reporting Proficiency/Certification
- EPIC Cogito Fundamentals Proficiency/Certification
- EPIC Clarity Fundamentals Proficiency/ Certification
- EPIC Access, Clinical or Revenue Data Models Proficiency/Certification
- Business Intelligence: Power BI, Tableau or other related tools
Experience:
Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills
- Reporting Tools
- Using Excel for data analysis
- Microsoft SQL Server
- Exceptional presentation and analytical skills
- Highly self-motivated
- Works effectively as part of a team or independently
This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Power BI
Verify your CIP code matches STEM eligibility
Check your I-20 CIP code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before applying. Degrees in computer science, information systems, mathematics, and statistics are common fits for Power BI roles, but the exact code on your I-20 controls eligibility.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Every employer hiring you on STEM OPT must be enrolled in E-Verify. Search the E-Verify employer search tool directly to confirm enrollment status before you invest time in an offer negotiation or I-983 training plan discussion.
Build a targeted Power BI portfolio before applying
Hiring managers at data-heavy firms expect candidates to show published dashboards, DAX formulas, and data model documentation. A GitHub or portfolio site with two or three end-to-end Power BI projects cuts through resume screens faster than certifications alone.
Use Migrate Mate to find STEM OPT-eligible Power BI jobs
Migrate Mate filters Power BI roles by employers already set up for STEM OPT hiring, so you're not cold-applying to companies that won't sponsor. Search by role and work authorization type to surface verified opportunities.
Draft your I-983 training plan around specific BI competencies
Your I-983 must tie each training goal directly to your STEM degree, not just to general job duties. Map Power BI skills like data modeling, ETL pipelines, and DAX to coursework from your degree program to satisfy your DSO and employer when completing the form.
Negotiate your start date around cap-gap protection
If your OPT expires before October 1 and your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf, cap-gap extends your work authorization automatically. Align your Power BI role start date and offer letter timeline with USCIS cap-gap rules to avoid an authorization gap.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for STEM OPT if I want to work as a Power BI developer?
Your degree qualifies if its CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Degrees in computer science, information systems, statistics, mathematics, and management information systems typically appear on that list. The CIP code on your I-20 is what your DSO uses to authorize the extension, not your job title, so verify the code on your current I-20 before applying for the 24-month extension.
Does my Power BI employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for every employer hiring a STEM OPT student. You can confirm enrollment through the E-Verify employer search before signing an offer letter. If the employer isn't enrolled at the time you start, your STEM OPT authorization is invalid regardless of what your EAD says, so verify enrollment status early in the offer process.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Power BI role?
The I-983 must describe how your Power BI job duties connect directly to your STEM degree. You'll list specific skills being trained, such as data modeling, DAX development, or ETL pipeline design, and link each to coursework or competencies from your degree program. Both you and your employer sign it, and your DSO must receive a completed copy before your STEM OPT extension starts.
How does cap-gap work if my OPT expires during a Power BI role?
If your employer files an H-1B petition during the regular cap filing window and your OPT EAD expires before October 1, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization and F-1 status through September 30. You can continue working in your Power BI role during that period. USCIS provides cap-gap guidance confirming this extension applies while the petition remains pending or approved.
Where can I find Power BI jobs that are open to STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Power BI roles filtered for employers who are set up to hire on STEM OPT work authorization. Searching there avoids the common problem of applying to companies that aren't enrolled in E-Verify or aren't familiar with the I-983 process. You can filter by role type and authorization status to narrow results to employers where your STEM OPT EAD will be accepted.