Architect, Power Platform and Copilot

Why you’ll love Softchoice :

We are a software-focused IT solutions and services provider that equips organizations to be agile and innovative, and for their people to be engaged, connected, and creative at work.

That means moving them to the cloud, helping them build the workplace of tomorrow, and enabling them to make smarter decisions about their technology.

By doing these things we help them create success for their customers and their people.

We stand proudly for our people and support their success through career development and advancement. We are recognized and respected for our culture of inclusion and belonging, continuously striving to do what’s good for our people and communities.

The impact you will have

As a M365 Workplace and Power Platform Architect, you will be working with a team of Power Platform Developers and driving the architecture, design, and implementation of Power Platform solutions for our clients.

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful integration of Power Platform services with external systems while adhering to best practices and delivering high-quality solutions.

What you’ll do

• Guiding our clients on different ways to employ the Microsoft Power Platform to solve their current business needs while positioning them for future solutions
• Collaborating with members of the development and architecture teams to deliver enterprise-grade solutions that surpass client expectations while meeting deadlines and budgetary constraints
• Developing solutions that follow best practices and methodologies to assure effective, maintainable solutions
• Participating as an active member of discovery workshops, requirements gathering discussions, documentation development and pre-sales sessions(if need be)
• Training client end-users and junior members of the staff on proper Power Platform development techniques including support for application lifecycle management
• Working directly with project managers to support client status reporting and other artifacts
• Learning new technologies, and improvements to current technologies, to assist in analyzing their impact on current and future implementations

What you’ll bring to the table

• Extensive experience (10+ years) working with Power Platform services including Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Power Pages, and Power Virtual Agents (MS Copliot).
• Development and deployment of multiple Power Platform projects to external organizations including Canvas Applications, Model Driven Applications and Power Automate solutions.
• Understanding the various data connectors and their licensing model(s).
• Understanding of Power Platform governance and security concepts and how to implement them.
• Experience with Azure services such as Azure Logic Apps, Azure Service Bus and understanding the role in potential automation solutions
• Experience with Power Pages (Dynamic Portals / Power Apps Portals)
• Dataverse is a plus
• MS Copliot, Azure OpenAI is a BIG plus
• Experience with Web / REST APIs, Graph APIs
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Proven experience in designing and implementing complex Power Platform solutions, including integration with external services and systems.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to lead, mentor, and inspire a team of developers.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong interest in Microsoft Copilot and its integration with the M365 suite

Desirable Skills

• Relevant certifications in Microsoft Power Platform (e.g., Power Platform Functional Consultant, Power Platform Developer) are highly desirable.
• Experience deploying and maintaining the Power Platform Center of Excellence (CoE)
• Experience developing web pages using CSS, jQuery, JavaScript, and the Bootstrap framework
• Experience developing PCF controls and their installation / configuration
• Dynamics 365 customizations
• Experience with Azure DevOps and its integration into the Power Platform
• Exposure to AI concepts including creation and utilization of custom models
• Exposure to Power Virtual Agents (PVA) and their development / deployment
• Experience with Liquid + Power Page extensions is a plus
• Experience in Agile methodologies and familiarity with DevOps practices is a plus
• Strong interest in the development of AI / ML powered data solutions that are integrated with M365

Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway :

We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role.

At Softchoice, we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds.

Whether you are new to corporate tech, returning to work after a gap in employment, or looking to transition and take the next step in your career, we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply.

Why people love working here :

We offer hybrid and remote working opportunities.

Comprehensive benefits from day one of employment.

We offer meaningful work and opportunities for career growth.

Our team members have 2 paid volunteer days per year to give back to a cause of their choice.

We offer an opportunity to build and grow a career in the technology industry.

Recognized as a Best Workplace in Canada by the Great Place to Work Institute for 19 consecutive years.

Softchoice has been certified as a Great Place to Work in the United States for several years.

We have also been recognized as a Best Workplace for Women, Best Workplace for Inclusion, Best Workplace for Giving Back and Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality.

We have raised over $3 million through Softchoice Cares, our grassroots fundraising organization.

Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment :

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. People seeking employment at Softchoice are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Require accommodation? We are ready to help :

We are proud to provide interview & employment accommodation during the recruitment and hiring process. If you require any accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please reach out directly to .

We are committed to working with you to best meet your needs.

Our commitment to your experience :

We are committed to the safety of all applicants and team members. With that in mind, we have implemented digital interviewing for everyone.

We understand that you may need to interview with distractions around you (such as children or furry friends) and we will be doing the same.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

When you join Softchoice, we will onboard you remotely. Don't worry. It's quick, simple and you'll be connected with your new team in no time.

Job Requisition ID : 6041

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