Job Family:SAAS/PAAS/Cloud Consulting
Travel Required:Up to 25%
Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain Secret
What You Will Do:- 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
What You Will Need:- 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
What Would Be Nice To Have:- 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)
The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00-$216,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
- 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
