Microsoft Copilot Studio & Power Platform Solution Engineer

Job Family:

SAAS/PAAS/Cloud Consulting

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

We are looking for a hands-on software engineer with deep knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform and Copilot Studio, including Power BI and basic Microsoft Dynamics 365 understanding. An expert to design, configure and develop custom solutions in Microsoft Power platform and Copilot Studio. The candidate will take an active role in supporting and building on the MPP application. The candidate will have excellent presentation, communication, leadership, and client development skills to effectively present information to C-level management, public groups, and/or the board of directors. The candidate should have excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills, attention to quality, self-motivation and a strong desire to succeed.

Responsibilities:

• Drive Microsoft Power Platform implementations through all project phases including discovery, definition, build, test, and deploy
• Identify the client's sales, marketing, and customer service requirements through discovery meetings
• Delivering services and solutions for clients using Microsoft’s Copilot, PowerApps, Power BI, SharePoint, Power Automate, Microsoft Teams, custom development, and data integrations
• Provide hands-on technical expertise to design and implement Power Platform and Copilot based solutions satisfying customer requirements.
• Conduct end-user training and create and maintain knowledge transfer documentation
• Automate business processes with Power Apps and Power Automate; outputs will include data visualization and low code applications
• Develop and continue to refine Power Platform implementation standards and tools
• Present tailored demonstrations of the technology solution
• Responsible for high quality, bug-free development as per the coding standards in close collaboration and interaction with other members of the development/QA team
• Participate in daily project scrum meetings and provide a daily personal status report
• Collaborate with stakeholders and project team members to design and implement the solution ensuring high quality.
• Serve as Microsoft Power Platform Subject Matter Expert (SME), with technical expertise including system architecture, solution design, system configuration, and security management
• Help create design documentation for new solutions and functions
• Work with the support team to resolve production support issues
• Will be proactive in staying up to date on the latest updates to the Power Platform, as well as future roadmap features announced in Microsoft’s wave plans

What You Will Need:

• Must have a minimum of THREE (3) years of professional experience
• Selected Candidate must be able to commute onsite to the client as needed depending on location
• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DOE "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
• US Citizenship is contractually required
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree (4yr college degree)
• Experience in Copilot Studio and with Copilot Agents.
• Experience with Data and KPI visualization and report building.
• Hands-on experience with SharePoint Online and PowerApps / Power Automate (M365 Suite of Products)
• Experience in designing complex common data models
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of relational database concepts
• Experience in using OOTB connectors for Power Apps and Power Automate
• Experience in design and development of Canvas and Model-driven Power Apps by utilizing Microsoft Dataverse, SharePoint, or other databases as the backend data storage model
• Knowledge and experience with writing technical requirements, test scripts and knowledge of software programming languages and technologies.
• Experience in a Software as a Service (SaaS) environment
• Experience customizing SharePoint lists and disparate systems with PowerApps
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly and concisely to technical and nontechnical users
• Ability to initiate majority of relevant tasks, specify and plan activities for task accomplishments and notify supervisor of variances.
• Core Skills: Copilot, Power BI, Power Apps, SharePoint, Microsoft DataVerse (CDS), Power Automate, C#, SQL, .Net,
• Experience with and a good understanding of the Power Platform CoE and governance components

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Energy modeling and related savings calculators
• Program data analysis (e.g., development of program support tools, resources, or reporting on program/project metrics)
• Federal grants management and monitoring and delivery
• Familiarity with DOE organization and operations structure, and/or programs
• Experience with national, state, or local governments
• 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 Agile or Hybrid-Agile methodology

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. 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

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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