Solution Architect - Power Platform

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:

You have an opportunity to use your creativity, thoughtfulness, and subject matter expertise to help our customers explore and adopt productivity solutions that enable secure collaboration and foster meaningful interactions.

The Power Platform Journey Architect (Softchoice’s answer to Solution Architecture) is responsible for articulating what is possible for our customers to transform their business. Working alongside a team of sales professionals at Softchoice, you play a vital role in architecting Power Platform solutions to enable a modern workplace for our customers. As an ambassador of the Softchoice brand, you will represent our value as one of North America's top solutions providers by unlocking our customers' potential to be future-ready right now through the use of technology.

We know you know how to make a difference!  We want to provide you the canvas to display your ideas and proven successes and help make a difference for our customers.

What you'll do:

• This is a technical presales role supporting both our sales and solution architecture teams.
• Lead the presales and design of cloud platform solutions for our customers.
• Collaborate with IT leadership to ensure the success of strategic IT initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to our current and future customers, providing technical expertise and recommendations to solve IT challenges.
• Architect end-to-end solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Power Pages, AI builder and Dataverse.
• Well-versed in Power Platform COE to support and guide customers.
• Translate business needs into scalable, secure, and performant Power Platform solutions.
• Define architectural best practices, security models, and governance frameworks.
• Integrate Power Platform solutions with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Azure, Dynamics 365, and third-party services.
• Support data modeling, performance tuning, and troubleshooting for existing and new apps.
• Provide technical leadership and guide solution architects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and present solution concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What you will bring to the table:

Required:

• Advanced knowledge and technical experience developing and architecting Power Platform solutions.
• Expert-level proficiency with Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps (Model Driven and Canvas), Microsoft Dataverse, Power Automate (Cloud and Desktop RPA), Power Pages, AI Builder and Power Platform COE.
• Experience building technical solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Dataverse, Power Automate, Power Pages, Power BI, Power Fx etc.).
• Technical expertise in solution deployment strategies, Power Platform Pipelines, Azure DevOps – CD-CI, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions, Dataverse plug-ins
• Proven success in distilling technical concepts into easy-to-understand language for unfamiliar audiences.
• Robust critical thinking skills with a mindset for understanding both the big picture and the small details.
• Aptitude and passion for learning new technologies and sharing that knowledge with teammates.
• Solid understanding of data governance, security roles, and Power Platform admin best practices.
• Strong client-facing communication skills.
• Ability to draft customer facing statements of work (SOW).
• 5 years’ work experience with increasing responsibility in technical environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Software development experience.
• Experience re-writing and re-engineering custom legacy applications to Power Apps solutions.
• Technical certifications related to Microsoft Power Platform.
• Proficiency with tools, technologies, and frameworks such as Dataverse API, XRMToolbox, Postman, JavaScript, Relational Databases, Microsoft SharePoint Online, AI Builder, Azure AI, and Scrum.
• Strong knowledge of Power Automate (Cloud Flows, Desktop) and Power BI.
• Experience with Copilot Studio.
• Experience with Azure DevOps, solution packaging, and ALM (Application Lifecycle Management).
• Proficiency in SQL, Power Fx, JSON, and working with RESTful APIs, Graph API.
• Experience in MS Teams sdk framework
• Bonus: Knowledge of MS Syntax
• Bonus: Familiarity and/or knowledge of Microsoft Copilot Studio and integrations with Power Platform, Graph/3rd party connector

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 You’ll Love Working Here:

• The People: You’ll thrive in our collaborative environment, surrounded by incredible colleagues who foster support and innovation, driving our collective success
• High-Performing Culture: At Softchoice, we are dedicated to achieving our goals and committed to success for our customers and each other
• Flexibility: Plan your workdays in a way that suits you best
• Award-Winning Workplace: Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for 20 consecutive years
• Inclusive Culture: We are committed to an inclusive culture where every team member can be their authentic self
• Competitive Benefits: Benefit from competitive perks that start on day one

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 asktalentacquisition@softchoice.com. 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: 6742
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