Power Platform and Dynamics 365 Lead Developer

DataStaff, Inc. is currently seeking a Power Platform and Dynamics 365 Lead Developer to fill a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients in Richmond, VA.
*This position is hybrid; 3 days per week are onsite
Responsibilities:

• Spearhead the development and management of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform projects.

• Aid in the requirements gathering, fit-gap analysis, design, configuration, implementation, testing, and support of D365 and Power Platform solutions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert for all D365 development efforts and issues.

• Develop and disseminate documentation (requirements, recommendations, technical analysis, etc.) on platform usage.
• Prepare mockups/prototypes based on requirements and use knowledge of Power Platform features/tools to offer solutions that meet business needs.
• Function as a liaison between client and customer agencies; serve as a point of contact for issue logging, tracking, and resolution.
• Assist customers in discerning between Dynamics365/PowerApps/Power Automate and other technology offerings when gathering requirements; identify efficient solutions and recommend alternatives to meet business needs
• Adhere to best practices and standards when implementing business solutions and define/refine a governance approach for the platform's use in the Commonwealth.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with solution management (managed/unmanaged), environment variables, and reusable components.
• Experience with Dynamics 365 Customer Service, Field Service, or Sales modules.
• Proficiency with custom connectors, Azure Functions, and API integrations.
• Knowledge of role-based security configuration in Power Platform and D365.
• Experience with data migration tools
• Familiarity with DevOps tools for Power Platform (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).
• Expertise in Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Customer Service and Power Apps and Power Automate development.
• Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 customization, configuration, development, deployment, and usage.
• Strong experience with troubleshooting and remediation of technical issues within Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft's licensing model for Dynamics365 and Power Platform.

Required Skills:

• 5 Years - Experience as a Power Platform/D365 Lead Developer
• 8 Years - Experience with creating and managing of solution using Dynamics 365 CRM Customer Service
• 8 Years - Experience with customization and implementation of Forms, Views, Plug-Ins, Workflows
• 5 Years - Experience with using standard & premium connectors with PowerApps and Power Automate
• 3 Years - Experience in SharePoint Online, Microsoft 365 services
• 3 Years - Experience working in a Microsoft GCC tenant
• 5 Years - Extensive experience with model-driven apps, canvas apps, Power Automate, and Dataverse.

Desired Skills:

• 2 Years - Experience with DevOps in Power Platform/D365 Environments
• 3 Years - Prior work experience with Virginia state agencies
• 2 Years - Working knowledge of Commonwealth of Virginia IT policies, governance, and enterprise architecture standards

This opportunity is available on a corp-to-corp basis or as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months.