DAX Experts in Austria
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Austria, who have recently used DAX
Stefan D.
Last position:
BI Consultant in Controlling at Reutter GmbH
- Extraction, transformation, and cleansing of data from Microsoft Dynamics AX
- Creation of sales reports in Power BI
- Training employees in business intelligence
- Technologies: Power BI, SQL, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
Immo M.
Last position:
Interim Manager/Management Consultant at Austrian regional energy supplier
Further development of the data analytics system landscape based on MS Power BI
- Concept and development of ETL processes, primary data source SAP IS/U incl. extraction via Theobald extractors to Azure Synapse, support with SAP S/4 conversion
- Support in the concept and development of data models in Azure Synapse Analytics
- Gathering and implementation of requirements in the data analytics area from internal business units
- Identification, documentation and analysis of existing as well as cross-functional processes
- Data definition, data modeling & preparation as well as source selection for merging data from differently structured data sources
- Design of reports and dashboards based on MS Power BI
- Transfer of reporting processes from existing structures to MS Power BI Premium (PPU)
- Hands-on development and implementation of analyses, reports and dashboards based on Microsoft Power BI
- Power Apps for write-back processes from Power BI Premium to Azure SQL DB
- Power BI support as part of the SAP S/4 conversion
- Cooperation with internal business units and external development partners
- Coaching/training, documentation, development processes
Hossein A.
Last position:
Datawarehouse Consultant at LENZING AG
- Consulting on the enterprise data-warehouse and reporting practice at one of Austria's largest industrial groups.
- Designing and standardizing Power BI dashboards and data-visualization governance for company-wide enterprise reporting.
- Developing a WCAG-compliant, colorblind-safe visualization standard (Okabe-Ito palette) to harmonize dashboards across the organization.
Michael O.
Last position:
Gas station attendant at Shell
- Accurate handling of customer transactions under time pressure, including cash and register processing with high care
- Reliable, consistent performance in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment; strengthened organization and multitasking skills
Stéphane L.
Last position:
Expert BI Consultant at Freelance
- Project management
- Design, optimization, query, reporting, and data modeling
- Liaising with clients / training
- Design, optimization, and development of query, reporting, and data architecture
- SAP SAC
- Story
- Data Action
- Planning
- SAP Datasphere
- SAP BTP
- MS Power BI
- DAX
- Power Query
- IBM Cognos Reporting
- Framework Manager
Gasper Z.
Last position:
Senior BI Consultant at PMONE GmbH
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Statistics of experts using DAX
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
15 years
Position duration
2 years
Positions per freelancer
9
Top business areas
Business Intelligence, Information Technology, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Professional Services, Energy
Certification focus areas
Business Intelligence, Information Technology, Operations
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
83%
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Austria are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.
Average rates of experts in Austria using DAX
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
DAX experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (67%)
- Professional Services (67%)
- Energy (50%)
- Manufacturing (50%)
- Retail (50%)
- Banking and Finance (33%)
- Transportation (33%)
- Media and Entertainment (33%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What DAX does
DAX, short for Data Analysis Expressions, is the formula language behind measures, calculated columns and calculated tables in Microsoft Power BI, Power Pivot and Analysis Services. It turns structured business data into interactive metrics, trends and reports. Its results depend on both formula logic and the model behind it.
Where it runs
DAX is used across Microsoft’s tabular analytics ecosystem. Specialists commonly work with Power BI Desktop and Service, Power Pivot in Excel, SQL Server Analysis Services Tabular and Microsoft Fabric semantic models. They also connect DAX work to SQL, Power Query, Azure data services and governed enterprise datasets.
Typical deliverables
- Star schemas with clear facts, dimensions and relationships
- Reusable measures for finance, sales, operations and supply chain reporting
- Time-intelligence logic for periods, forecasts and comparisons
- Power BI semantic models prepared for refresh, security and self-service use
- Performance reviews using DAX Studio and model-analysis tools
A strong deliverable makes business definitions explicit and keeps calculations consistent across reports. It also gives report users useful context instead of isolated numbers.
When companies need support
Companies bring in freelance DAX specialists when existing reports are slow, inconsistent or difficult to extend. They may be moving from Excel or legacy BI tools to Power BI, consolidating departmental models, or introducing Microsoft Fabric. In Austria, remote collaboration often works well for model reviews and delivery, while workshops may benefit from on-site sessions and German or English communication.
Skills around DAX
Effective work requires more than writing expressions. Professionals understand dimensional modeling, filter and row context, context transition, relationship behavior and evaluation performance. They may also handle Power Query transformations, SQL queries, incremental refresh, row-level security, deployment pipelines and documentation. Familiarity with finance, manufacturing, retail, logistics or public-sector reporting helps translate formulas into useful decisions.
How to assess expertise
Look for specialists who can explain why a measure returns its result, not only present a working formula. Practical evidence includes a well-designed tabular model, readable measure conventions, controlled filter behavior and performance improvements supported by analysis. Ask how they test totals, handle incomplete dates, manage many-to-many relationships and protect sensitive data. The best professionals leave behind a model that other teams can understand and maintain.
Frequently asked questions
Key details about DAX, drawn from the questions we get asked most.
DAX is used to define measures, calculated columns and calculated tables in Power BI, Power Pivot and Analysis Services. Companies use it for KPIs, financial reporting, operational analysis, time comparisons and interactive dashboards.
Data Analysis Expressions works inside a tabular data model and evaluates results according to filter context and relationships. SQL is mainly used to retrieve and shape data, while Excel formulas usually calculate within a worksheet grid; DAX complements both rather than replacing them.
A strong DAX specialist usually understands dimensional modeling, Power Query, SQL and Power BI administration. Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Analysis Services Tabular, row-level security, refresh design and DAX Studio is also valuable for larger environments.
The right DAX professional depends on the model’s complexity, not on a fixed experience label. A small reporting adjustment may need focused formula expertise, while an enterprise model requires proven work with relationships, security, performance and deployment practices.
DAX projects are often suitable for remote collaboration because models, requirements and review sessions can be shared securely online. On-site workshops can still help when teams need to agree on business definitions, governance or report ownership, with German or English used according to the project.
A reliable DAX measure reflects a clearly defined business rule and behaves correctly across relevant filters and dimensions. It should use an appropriate model, remain readable, handle edge cases such as missing dates, and perform well under realistic report usage.
A DAX formula cannot fully solve weak relationships, duplicated data or an unsuitable grain. Specialists should first review the star schema, source transformations and filter paths before adding complexity to measures.
Professionals working with DAX can show anonymized examples of semantic models, measure documentation and performance investigations. They should also explain testing methods, trade-offs and how they validate results with business stakeholders without exposing confidential data.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Austria who have used DAX in their recent projects is 119 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 951 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Austria who have used DAX in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 83% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Austria who have used DAX in their recent projects have 15 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Austria who have used DAX in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Austria who have used DAX in their recent projects are Information Technology (67%), Professional Services (67%), and Energy (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Austria who have used DAX in their recent projects are Business Intelligence (100%), Information Technology (100%), and Project Management (67%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used DAX
Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
Countries:
- Germany
- Austria
- Switzerland
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