Roles and Skills
ECLARO delivers top talent for a variety of PI Developer roles, tailored to support sectors like energy, utilities, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals. Although the specifics and titles may vary for each organization, our experienced recruiters have a track record of success in helping organizations hire at all levels
Junior PI Developers
Support tag creation, assist in configuring interfaces, manage user access, and help maintain system integrity
Mid-Level PI Developers
Build and optimize PI interfaces, develop custom scripts and displays in PI Vision/ProcessBook, and perform data analysis using PI AF and Analytics
Senior PI Developers
Architect enterprise-wide PI solutions, lead integration with external systems, ensure data governance, and manage upgrades and security
Key skills
- Python programming and data manipulation
- Tableau or Power BI dashboard development
- SQL database design and query optimization
- Statistical analysis and data visualization
- ETL pipeline development and maintenance
- Business intelligence tool proficiency (Looker, Qlik, or similar)
- Problem-solving and cross-functional communication
Frequently asked questions
What does a PI Developer do on a daily basis?
PI Developers spend their time extracting, transforming, and analyzing data from various business systems to create actionable insights. Day-to-day responsibilities include writing SQL queries to pull data, building automated reporting dashboards, troubleshooting data quality issues, and collaborating with stakeholders to understand reporting requirements. They may also optimize existing data pipelines, document data flows, and present findings to non-technical team members.
What qualifications and certifications should a PI Developer have?
Most organizations look for candidates with a bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, mathematics, or a related field, though some hire strong self-taught developers with proven project experience. Relevant certifications might include Microsoft Certified Data Analyst, Tableau Desktop Specialist, or Google Cloud Data Engineer credentials. The most important qualifier is hands-on experience with SQL, Python or similar programming languages, and at least one BI platform. ECLARO helps match candidates with the exact technical backgrounds your organization needs.
How do I hire a PI Developer through a staffing firm?
ECLARO streamlines the hiring process by handling candidate sourcing, technical vetting, and placement logistics. Simply share your specific requirements—project duration, required technical stack, industry experience, and team structure—with our team. We'll match you with pre-screened PI Developers who fit your needs, whether you need a contract-to-hire arrangement, full-time placement, or temporary project support. ECLARO manages the entire hiring workflow so you can focus on onboarding and project delivery.
What is the difference between a PI Developer and a Data Analyst?
While PI Developers and Data Analysts both work with data, PI Developers typically focus more on building and maintaining the technical infrastructure—data pipelines, ETL processes, and automated reporting systems. Data Analysts tend to focus on interpreting data and providing business insights. PI Developers need stronger programming and engineering skills, whereas Data Analysts emphasize statistical analysis and business acumen. Many organizations hire PI Developers to handle the technical backend so analysts can focus on insights.
Ways to hire through ECLARO
ECLARO can fill this role through contract or contract-to-hire staffing, direct placement, an Employer of Record (EOR), recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), or a dedicated offshore team in the Philippines (ECAPTIVE).