Power Platform Architect

Role Description

Serve as the technical architect for Microsoft Power Platform implementations, leading discovery, solution design, build, test, and deployment phases across the full project lifecycle.

• Architect and deliver enterprise-grade solutions using PowerApps, Power Pages, Power BI, SharePoint, Power Automate, Microsoft Teams, custom .NET development, and complex data integrations.
• Design and build advanced automation using Model Driven Apps, Canvas Apps, and Power Automate, extending platform capabilities with custom connectors, plug-ins, and C#/.NET scripting where low-code falls short.
• Define, establish, and continuously refine Power Platform architecture standards, reusable components, and implementation tooling across engagements.
• Own technical quality across the development lifecycle, setting coding standards and conducting architecture-level code and design reviews in collaboration with development and QA teams.
• Lead and actively participate in Agile ceremonies, including daily scrums, sprint retrospectives, and demos, presenting solution architecture and technical direction to stakeholders.
• Partner directly with client stakeholders and project leadership to design and implement enterprise Microsoft Dynamics/Power Platform solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and long-term maintainability.
• Act as the primary Microsoft Power Platform Subject Matter Expert (SME), owning system architecture, solution design, environment/system configuration, and security/governance management.
• Author and review design documentation, technical specifications, and architecture decision records for new solutions and enhancements.
• Provide senior-level guidance to the support team on complex production issues, including root-cause analysis and custom scripted remediations.
• Stay ahead of platform evolution by tracking Power Platform updates and Microsoft's wave release roadmaps, advising clients on adoption strategy.

Qualifications

• Minimum of TWELVE (12) years of professional experience in software development/solution architecture, with significant depth in Microsoft Power Platform.
• Bachelor's degree (4-year college degree) required.
• Must be able to commute to client site as needed.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• US Citizenship is contractually required for this role.
• Demonstrated experience architecting technical requirements, test strategies/scripts, and custom scripted solutions across multiple programming languages and technologies.
• Extensive experience in Software as a Service (SaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS) environments.
• Strong ability to translate complex technical architecture into clear guidance for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Core Skills: C#, SQL, .NET, Power Apps, SharePoint, Microsoft Dataverse (CDS), Power Automate, custom scripting/plug-in development.
• Deep understanding of and hands-on experience establishing Power Platform Center of Excellence (CoE) and governance frameworks.

Requirements

• Experience in "Big 4" or equivalent established consulting firm and/or Microsoft Gold partner highly desired.
• BA/BS degree in Business, Computer Science, or Engineering.
• Experience with public sector clients preferred.
• Experience with Agile or Hybrid-Agile methodology.
• Microsoft Power Platform certifications (e.g., PL-600 Solution Architect).

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays.
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus.
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life.
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability.
• Student Loan PayDown.
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities.
• Skills Development & Certifications.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach.
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program.
• Mobility Stipend.