Power Platform Developer (hybrid)

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Columbia Advisory Group, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! The Power Apps Developer position is a dynamic 6+ month contract role that involves designing, developing, and implementing enterprise-level applications using the Microsoft Power Platform. The developer is responsible for translating business requirements into secure, scalable, and efficient solutions that empower users to automate workflows and streamline processes. They must be adept at leveraging Power Apps low-code/no-code environment to create custom apps that integrate with various data sources and services, including Microsoft Dataverse, SQL Server, and numerous other APIs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of Power Platform components, including Power Automate for workflow automation and Power BI for analytics and data visualization. They should have experience with model-driven and canvas app development, and a solid grasp of data modeling, security, and compliance standards. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration with other Microsoft 365 services like SharePoint, Teams, and Dynamics 365 is also a key part of the role. In addition to technical skills, a Power Apps Developer should have excellent problem-solving abilities, be able to communicate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders, and able to maintain a commitment to continuous learning and staying current with the latest updates and best practices within the Power Platform ecosystem. Examples of work performed: • Designing and building custom business applications using Power Apps canvas and model-driven methods. • Integrating Power Apps with various data sources such as Microsoft Dataverse, SQL Server, and other external APIs. • Creating automated workflows with Power Automate to streamline business processes and improve efficiency. • Developing Power BI dashboards and reports for real-time analytics and data visualization. • Ensuring data security and compliance with organizational standards and industry regulations. • Providing technical support and maintenance for existing Power Apps solutions. • Staying up to date with the latest updates and features released for the Power Platform. • Optimizing app performance and user experience through continuous improvement and updates. • Documenting the development process, including code comments, user guides, and deployment instructions. NO 3RD PARTIES; MUST BE ABLE TO WORK DIRECTLY WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP OR A 3RD PARTY; Vendors - DO NOT SEND IN YOUR CANDIDATES MUST CURRENTLY LIVE IN THE AUSTIN, TX, AREA Requirements: • 2+ years of Microsoft Power Platform experience • 1+ year of Microsoft Power Apps experience • 1+ year of Microsoft Power Automate experience • 1+ year of experience using Microsoft Power Apps Model Driven Applications • 1+ year of experience using Microsoft Power Pages • 1+ year of experience using Microsoft Dataverse • 1+ year of experience using SQL • 1+ year of experience using Microsoft 365 services like Teams, Dataverse, Sharepoint, etc. • Local to the Austin, TX, area AND willing to work partially onsite (North Austin) • Eligible to work directly with any U.S. employer without requiring sponsorship at any time • Good written and verbal communication skills • Able to pass a background check and drug screen • C2C or 1099 (no third parties, must be able to go direct) Preferred: • 3+ years Microsoft Power Apps experience • 1+ year of Microsoft Power Bi Experience