Senior Power Platform Developer

Title: Senior Power Platform Developer Location: Washington, DC(Onsite) Duration: Long-term Contract Interview type: In Person Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Power Platform Developer to lead the design, development, and implementation of robust, scalable, and user-centric business applications and automated solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise across the entire Microsoft Power Platform stack, a strong understanding of data modeling within Dataverse, and a proven track record of delivering complex, enterprise-grade solutions. You will be instrumental in driving our digital transformation initiatives, collaborating closely with business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into innovative low-code/no-code solutions. Key Responsibilities: Solution Design & Architecture: • Lead the architectural design of Power Platform solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and performance. • Collaborate with business users and stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements, translating them into technical specifications and solution designs. • Provide expert guidance on best practices for Power Platform development, governance, and ALM (Application Lifecycle Management). Development & Implementation: • Develop sophisticated Canvas Apps and Model-Driven Apps with complex logic, custom components (PCF), and intuitive user interfaces. • Design and implement advanced Power Automate flows (cloud flows, desktop flows) for process automation, integrations, and data orchestration. • Create compelling Power BI reports and dashboards, ensuring data accuracy and actionable insights. • Develop and configure Power Pages (formerly Power Apps Portals) for external-facing applications. • Utilize Power Fx for complex formulas and expressions within Power Apps. • Develop custom connectors and integrate with external APIs and Azure services (e.g., Azure Functions, Logic Apps) to extend Power Platform capabilities. • Implement and manage Microsoft Dataverse (Common Data Service) solutions, including complex data models, security roles, and business rules. Data Management & Integration: • Design and optimize Dataverse data models to support business requirements efficiently. • Integrate Power Platform solutions with various data sources, including SharePoint, SQL Server, Azure SQL, and other enterprise systems. Quality Assurance & Deployment: • Conduct thorough testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of Power Platform solutions. • Adhere to best practices for ALM, including source control (Azure DevOps, GitHub), environment management, and automated deployments. • Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and performance standards. Collaboration & Mentorship: • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, other developers, and IT operations. • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence. • Stay abreast of the latest Power Platform updates, features, and industry trends. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. • 5+ years of hands-on experience developing and implementing solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse). • Expert-level proficiency in building complex Canvas and Model-Driven Apps. • Advanced experience with Power Automate, including complex multi-step flows, error handling, and integrating with various services. • Strong understanding and experience with Microsoft Dataverse for data modeling, security, and customization. • Proficiency in Power Fx. • Experience with custom connectors and API integrations. • Familiarity with Power Apps Component Framework (PCF) development is highly desirable. • Understanding of Power BI for data visualization and reporting. • Knowledge of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) practices within the Power Platform, including solutions, environments, and Azure DevOps. • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills. • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Preferred (Bonus) Qualifications: • Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate (PL-400) or Power Platform Solution Architect Expert (PL-600) certification. • Experience with Power Pages (formerly Power Apps Portals). • Experience with Copilot Studio (formerly Power Virtual Agents). • Basic understanding of Azure services (e.g., Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Azure API Management). • Experience with JavaScript, HTML, CSS for advanced customizations. • Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.