Power Platforms Developer

Softtest Pays; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Power Platform Developer to transform its existing application into a Model-Driven Power App. The role requires strong skills in SQL database migration, Power Automate, and integrating with external systems. Candidates must hold a Baseline Security Clearance and have 3 to 5 years of experience in Power Platform development. The position offers a contract starting November 27, 2023, for 6 months with possible extensions.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in Power Platform development.
• Proficiency in migrating and transforming data from SQL databases.
• Experience with role-based access control in Power Apps.

Responsibilities

• Lead the redevelopment into a Model-Driven Power App.
• Migrate and optimize data from SQL databases.
• Integrate Power Apps with various systems.

Skills

Power Platform development

SQL databases

Data migration

Power BI

Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

Power Automate

Creative problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

Active Baseline Security Clearance

Certifications related to Power Platform and Azure

Tools

Power Apps

Dynamics 365 CRM

SharePoint Online

Power Query

Job description

Overview

Australian Citizens with Baseline Clearance residing in Australia only respond. Contract start 27 November 2023 to 6 months, 6 months extensions. The Office of the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) requires an experienced Power Platform Developer to lead the redevelopment of our existing ASP.NET and SQL based application into a dynamic and efficient Model-Driven Power App. This role requires a skilled professional who can handle end-to-end development, from data migration and transformation to creating custom Canvas Apps and seamless integrations with other systems, as well as establishing the release process for seamless deployment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and translate business needs into technical specifications.
• Migrate and transform data from SQL databases to the Power Platform, optimizing the data model for enhanced performance.
• Develop complex business processes and workflows using Power Automate to streamline operations.
• Configure and customise the Model-Driven Power App interface, including forms, views, and dashboards.
• Implement business processes and workflows to accommodate different types of users.
• Create custom Canvas Apps to provide tailored user experiences based on different user roles and access levels.
• Implement role-based access control (RBAC) within Power Apps to ensure data security and compliance.
• Integrate Power Apps with various systems, including Dynamics 365 CRMs, on-premise SQL databases, and SharePoint Online.
• Design and develop effective Power BI dashboards and reports to provide insights into data.
• Lead the design and implementation of user interfaces, forms, and workflows within the Power App.
• Solve integration and data transformation challenges creatively, finding innovative solutions to meet business requirements.
• Establish and manage a robust release process for deploying Power Platform applications to different environments.
• Provide clear communication to stakeholders and collaborate effectively with teams to ensure project success.
• Demonstrate ability to collaborate between business units, architecture, operations, and security on the development and implementation of solutions that meet operational and compliance standards.
• Upskill ASP staff on Power Platform throughout the course of the project.

Qualifications

• Must hold, at minimum, an active Baseline Security Clearance.
• 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in Power Platform development, including Model-Driven Power Apps and Canvas Apps.
• Proficiency in data migration, transformation, and optimization from SQL databases to Power Platform.
• Strong understanding of Power Automate, Power BI, and Power Apps capabilities and limitations.
• Experience with role-based access control (RBAC) implementation in Power Apps.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering Power Platform based solutions.
• Experience integrating Power Apps with external data sources such as Dynamics 365 CRMs, SQL databases, and SharePoint Online.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively to overcome technical challenges.
• Experience in establishing and managing release processes for Power Platform applications.
• Effective communication skills to interact with stakeholders and provide project updates.
• Ideally certifications related to Power Platform, Azure, and other relevant technologies.

Selection Criteria

1. Practical experience with .NET, Azure, and Microsoft Power Platform components, including Power Automate, Power BI, and Power Apps, with demonstrated ability to implement processes, workflows, and role-based access control within Power Apps.
2. Demonstrated ability to manage end-to-end development lifecycle from inception to deployment, including data migration and transformation, creating Model-Driven Power Apps, developing Canvas Apps, and configuring interfaces.
3. Demonstrated experience in Dataverse, integrating data from multiple sources into Power Apps and Power BI, including familiarity with data connectors, data modelling best practices, and managing data security and privacy.
4. Experience integrating Power Apps with external systems such as Dynamics 365 CRMs, SQL databases, and SharePoint Online, and establishing robust release processes for deploying Power Apps across different environments.
5. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, including business, architecture, operations, and security teams, with proven experience at translating business requirements into technical specifications.