Junior Software Developer (Power Platform)

Scrumconnect Consulting; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Scrumconnect Consulting is seeking a Junior Power Platform Developer to build prototype components during a short discovery. Working with the lead developer and technical architect, you will create reusable, testable features for service-desk and chatbot demonstrations.

You will build Power Apps, Power Automate flows, Dataverse tables, forms, views and dashboards, and develop chatbot topics and validation responses to showcase capabilities within an agile team.

Qualifications

• Experience building apps and workflows on Microsoft Power Platform.
• Knowledge of Power Apps, Power Automate and Dataverse.
• Experience configuring forms, tables, views and automation.
• Understanding APIs, connectors, JSON and integration principles.
• Experience with unit testing, defect management and technical documentation.
• Ability to work in an architecture-led, multidisciplinary agile team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and delivering components on tight timelines.
• Understanding of accessibility, security, data protection and audits.
• Experience with Power Platform ALM and source control.
• Public sector or regulated environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Build Power Apps, Power Automate flows, Dataverse tables, forms, views and dashboards.
• Develop chatbot topics, questions, branching logic and validation responses.
• Implement content and quality checks as agreed.
• Configure notifications, approvals, audit data and dashboard data.
• Prepare mock data and demonstration scenarios with privacy in mind.
• Produce component-level designs and maintain build docs.
• Perform unit testing, fix defects and regression testing.
• Participate in peer reviews and act on feedback.
• Support stakeholder demos and apply feedback changes.
• Identify constraints, defects and dependencies early.
• Support packaging, deployment and handover of prototype assets.
• Contribute to production readiness estimates for future effort.

Skills

Power Platform development

Power Apps knowledge

Power Automate

Dataverse

APIs & JSON

Unit testing

Documentation

Agile teamwork

Problem solving

Security & data protection

Public sector/regulatory awareness

Education

Microsoft PL-400 or PL-200 certification

Equivalent experience

Tools

Power Apps

Power Automate

Dataverse

Power BI

Power Pages

Copilot Studio

Dynamics 365 Customer Service

ALM & source control

Job description

Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognized for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens.We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter.

We are looking for a Junior Power Platform Developer to build prototype components during a short discovery. Working with the lead developer and technical architect, you will create reusable, testable features for service-desk and chatbot demonstrations.

What you will do

• Build Power Apps, Power Automate flows, Dataverse tables, forms, views and dashboards to the agreed design. levels and escalation workflows.
• Develop chatbot topics, questions, branching logic and validation responses.
• Implement the agreed content and request quality checks.
• Configure notifications, approvals, audit information and dashboard data.
• Prepare mock data and demonstration scenarios without using unnecessary personal or sensitive information.
• Produce component-level designs and keep build documentation up to date.
• Carry out unit testing, defect fixing and regression testing.
• Take part in peer reviews and act on feedback.
• Support stakeholder demonstrations and make controlled changes based on feedback.
• Spot technical constraints, defects and dependencies early and escalat[e] them.
• Support packaging, deployment and handover of prototype assets.
• Contribute to the assessment of what production would need and future effort estimates.

What you will bring

• Practical experience building apps and workflows on Microsoft Power Platform.
• Strong knowledge of Power Apps, Power Automate and Dataverse.
• Experience configuring forms, tables, views, business logic, security roles and automated workflows.
• Understanding of APIs, connectors, JSON and integration principles.
• Experience with unit testing, defect management and technical documentation.
• Ability to work well in an architecture-led, multidisciplinary agile team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to deliver usable components to short deadlines.
• Understanding of accessibility, security, data protection and audit requirements.
• Experience with Microsoft Copilot Studio, Dynamics 365 Customer Service, Power BI or Power Pages.
• Familiarity with Power Platform ALM and source control.
• Microsoft PL-400 or PL-200 certification, or equivalent experience.
• Public sector or regulated environment experience.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation and better outcomes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected and supported.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups, including women, people with disabilities and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements.

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