AI Solutions Developer

Westcoast Limited; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Benefits package

Wellbeing support

Community events

Job summary

Westcoast Cloud is seeking a hands-on AI Solutions Architect to drive AI adoption across the business. You will design, build and deploy secure, scalable AI solutions using Microsoft Copilot Studio, Power Platform and Azure AI services, collaborating with IT, data and business stakeholders.

You will establish best practices, governance standards and reusable frameworks, ensuring solutions are user-friendly, well-managed and aligned with responsible AI principles while delivering measurable

Qualifications

• Practical experience developing solutions with Microsoft Copilot Studio, Power Platform and AI technologies.
• Strong understanding of generative AI concepts, prompt design, grounding, agents and workflow automation.
• Experience gathering requirements and converting business problems into reliable technical solutions.
• Ability to integrate solutions with APIs, data sources and business applications using secure and supportable methods.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, Dataverse and the wider Microsoft cloud ecosystem.
• Understanding of security, identity, permissions, data protection and governance, ideally including Microsoft Entra and the Power Platform administration model.
• A logical and methodical approach to development, testing, troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Clear written and verbal communication with non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail with multi-workstream management.
• Microsoft certifications such as AI-900, PL-900, PL-400, PL-600, AZ-204 or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Engaging with teams across Group entities to identify problems and define AI use cases.
• Designing and developing solutions using Copilot Studio, Power Platform and Azure AI services.
• Creating custom copilots, agents, workflows, prompts and integrations with business systems.
• Building prototypes and proofs of concept and translating them into production-ready solutions.
• Translating requirements into solution designs, user stories and technical specs.
• Testing solutions for quality, usability, performance, security and reliability.
• Managing deployment, version control and release processes across environments.
• Collaborating with IT, infosec and stakeholders to ensure governance and responsible AI throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Copilot Studio

Power Platform

AI technologies

API integration

Security governance

Microsoft 365

Entra

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

AI-related certifications (e.g., AI-900)

PL-900

PL-400

PL-600

AZ-204

Tools

Azure AI services

Power Platform connectors

SharePoint

Dataverse

Job description

Job description

Westcoast Cloud are one of the UK and Ireland's leading indirect cloud distributors specialising in managed cloud services and solutions. We have grown from 5 to more than 70 staff and we currently provide this service to partners and hold large market share across all indirect distributors in each of the Microsoft service pillars.

This position is offered on a hybrid basis, working three days per week from our modern offices in Theale, Reading (near M4 Junction 12), which feature ample parking and are conveniently located near Theale Train Station.

The Job Role

The successful candidate will help drive the adoption of AI across the business. In this exciting role, you will work with stakeholders to identify opportunities where Microsoft Copilot and AI technologies can improve productivity, streamline processes, enhance decision-making and deliver measurable business value.

This is a hands-on role where you will design, build and deploy secure, scalable AI solutions from concept through to implementation and continuous improvement. You'll help establish best practices, governance standards and reusable frameworks that accelerate AI innovation, while ensuring solutions are user-friendly, well-managed and aligned with responsible AI principles.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities Will Include:

• Engaging with teams across Group entities to identify problems, gather requirements and define suitable AI use cases.
• Designing and developing solutions using Microsoft Copilot Studio, Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility, Power Platform and relevant Azure AI services.
• Creating custom copilots and agents, automated workflows, prompts, connectors, actions and integrations with approved business systems and data sources.
• Building prototypes and proofs of concept, validate them with stakeholders and develop successful concepts into production-ready solutions.
• Translating business requirements into solution designs, user stories, technical specifications and clear acceptance criteria.
• Testing solutions for functional quality, accuracy, usability, performance, security and reliability before release.
• Managing solution deployment, version control, configuration and release processes across development, test and production environments.
• Collaborating with IT, infosec, data, application owners and business stakeholders to ensure solutions integrate effectively with the wider technology estate apply data protection, access control, environment management, governance and responsible AI principles throughout the solution lifecycle.

Is this the role for you?

To be successful in this role you will have some of the following skills and experience and the desire to develop in other areas:

• Practical experience developing solutions with Microsoft Copilot Studio, Power Platform and AI technologies.
• Strong understanding of generative AI concepts, prompt design, grounding, agents, connectors and workflow automation.
• Experience gathering requirements and converting business problems into reliable technical solutions.
• Ability to integrate solutions with APIs, data sources and business applications using secure and supportable methods.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, Dataverse and the wider Microsoft cloud ecosystem.
• Understanding of security, identity, permissions, data protection and governance, ideally including Microsoft Entra and the Power Platform administration model.
• A logical and methodical approach to development, testing, troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Clear written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities.
• Self-motivated, collaborative and committed to maintaining high technical and documentation standards.
• Ideally you will have completed relevant Microsoft certifications, such as AI-900, PL-900, PL-400, PL-600, AZ-204 or equivalent practical experience.

What’s in It for You?

This is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the IT industry, build lasting relationships, and grow with a Sunday Times Top Track 100 company.

• Growth Opportunities: We offer training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential. Whether it's funded apprenticeships, work-based studies, or professional qualifications, we've got you covered.

• Generous Benefits Package: Salary range £65,000 - £75,000 depending on experience. Enjoy 25 days of holiday, employee referral bonuses, perks and discounts. (Theale only – New fully equipped gym available 24/7).
• Wellbeing Support: Access to Westcoast Wellbeing services including mental health counselling, virtual GP services, physiotherapy, life insurance, eye care schemes, and more.
• Community & Connection: Our teams enjoy social and charitable events throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of belonging.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to provide individual feedback for every candidate. If you don’t hear from us within 14 working days, kindly note that we have chosen to pursue other candidates for this opportunity. We appreciate your interest and encourage you to explore future opportunities with us.