Application Developer

GW&K Investment Management, LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

GW&K Investment Management in Boston seeks an experienced Application Developer to join our technology team. The role focuses on Dynamics 365 CRM administration and development within the Microsoft stack.

The ideal candidate will design, develop, deploy, and maintain custom applications, collaborate with business and IT stakeholders, and contribute to AI-assisted development initiatives. Hybrid schedule applies, with salary details described below.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3-5+ years of software development with administrative Dynamics 365 CRM experience.
• Proficiency in C# and the .NET framework (NET 5+).
• Experience with Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).
• Git source control with CI/CD patterns.
• Direct experience customizing within Dynamics 365 CRM.
• Solid knowledge of SQL Server (T-SQL).
• Familiarity with Azure services (Entra, App Services, Functions).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy apps with .NET, ASP.NET, and related Microsoft tech.
• Create front-end UIs using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Build integrations between Dynamics CRM and other systems.
• Customize CRM via plugins, workflows, Power Automate flows, and JS resources.
• Leverage Azure cloud services and stay current with AI capabilities.
• Collaborate with architects to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Configure Dynamics 365 modules like Sales, Customer Service, and Marketing.
• Utilize Power Platform tools to deliver low-code solutions.
• Manage SQL Server databases and queries supporting CRM apps.
• Participate in CRM upgrades, migrations, and patch management.
• Explore AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity.
• Use Jira/Confluence for project tracking and documentation.

Skills

C#

.NET Framework

Power Platform

AI-assisted development tools

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SQL Server (T-SQL)

SharePoint Online

Azure (Entra, App Services, Functions)

Git

Dynamics 365 CRM customization

Power Apps

Power Automate

Power BI

Jira

Confluence

Job description

We are seeking an experienced ApplicationDeveloper to join our technology team. A feature of this role is administration of Dynamics 365 CRM as a business tool and integration point. The role is primarily a software development position focusing on the Microsoft stack.

The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in Microsoft-based technologies and direct experiencewithadministrative and development work in Microsoft Dynamics 365CRM. The individual will work collaborativelywithbusiness stakeholders and IT teams to design,develop, deploy, and maintain customapplicationswithin our Microsoft ecosystem. This role will also contribute to AI-assisteddevelopment initiatives and leverage Jira/Confluence for project and issue tracking.

Responsibilities:

• Application Development
  • Design, develop, test, and deploy applications using .NET (C#), ASP.NET, and related Microsoft technologies.
  • Create and maintain front-end solutions using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Build and maintain integrations between Microsoft Dynamics CRM and other enterprise systems.
  • Customize and extend Dynamics CRM through plugins, custom workflows, Power Automate flows, and JavaScript web resources.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure and services.
• Microsoft Ecosystem & CRM
  • Collaborate with system architects and SMEs to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Configure and customize Dynamics 365 modules including Sales, Customer Service, and Marketing
  • Utilize Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) to deliver low-code/no-code solutions.
  • Work with SQL Server databases, stored procedures, and queries supporting CRM and other applications.
  • Participate in Dynamics CRM upgrades, migrations, and patch management activities.
  • AI & Emerging Technologies, Leverage AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex, Claude Code) to improve productivity and code quality.
  • Stay current with Microsoft AI and Copilot capabilities relevant to Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform.
• Use Jira/Confluence to manage projects, track issues, log work, and collaborate,
• Produce clear technical documentation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 3-5+ years of software development with administrative Dynamics 365 CRM experience.
• Prior experience in the investment management industry, or in asset management, wealth management, or a related financial services field preferred.
• Proficiency in C# and the .NET framework (NET 5+).
• Git source control with continuous integration and deployment patterns.
• Direct experience customizing and developing within Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM.
• Solid working knowledge of SQL Server (T-SQL).
• Familiarity with Azure services (Entra, App Services, Azure Functions).
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience with Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).
• Exposure to GitHub, GitHub Copilot, and other AI-assisted development tools.
• Proficient with SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 development.

This role is based in our Boston office on a hybrid schedule - 4 days per week in-office, 1 day per week remote.

The actual base salary is dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, GW&K employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus and/or commission, which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance.

Base Salary Range

$110,000-$135,000 USD

About GW&K

GW&K is a growing and dynamic investment management firm that is always looking for talented, hard-working, team-oriented individuals. We are interested in people that fit GW&K’s unique and highly collaborative culture.

The people who work at GW&K are the backbone of our firm. Everything we do from our mission to help our clients achieve their investment objectives, to building and sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is achieved because of the dedicated, talented, collaborative people who work here.

GW&K provides comprehensive benefits that are designed to meet the long-term needs of our employees and their families. Along with competitive compensation packages, we offer health and dental care coverage, employer-matched 401k, tuition reimbursement, parental leave and a variety of other benefits that support a healthy work/life balance in a hybrid environment.

GW&K Investment Management is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, marital status, religion, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local laws.