Business Applications Developer (Microsoft Power Platform)

TD Thornton; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Annual bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

FSAs

Job summary

TD Thornton seeks a Business Applications Developer to design and implement Power Platform solutions for major utility and infrastructure programs in San Ramon/Oakland, CA. You will build Power Apps, automate workflows with Power Automate, and develop reporting dashboards to improve operational efficiency and decision-making.

The ideal candidate has 3–8 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 3–8 years of professional experience in business applications development or data analytics.
• Experience with Power Apps and Power Automate.
• Experience designing SharePoint sites.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Power Platform solutions supporting operational and project workflows.
• Build Power Apps to capture, manage, and track data.
• Create automated workflows with Power Automate to streamline processes.
• Develop Power BI dashboards and reports for program leadership.
• Provide user guidance and documentation to ensure sustainable solutions.

Skills

Business applications development

Workflow automation

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Power Apps

Power Automate

SharePoint

Job description

TD Thornton
TD Thornton is a premier consulting firm specializing in project management and project controls solutions. We provide strong onboarding and ongoing support to help our people succeed. We welcome applicants from engineering, construction management, project management, business analytics, scheduling, and anyone who thrives in a collaborative environment

Job Overview

Title: Business Applications Developer

Sector: Electric Utilities

Seniority:Mid-Senior

Location: San Ramon/Oakland, CA

Job Type: On-site
TD Thornton is seeking a Business Applications Developer with experience in the Microsoft Power Platform to support major utility and infrastructure programs. This role will focus on designing and developing business applications and workflow automation solutions that improve operational efficiency, streamline data collection, and enhance reporting capabilities for our clients.

The ideal candidate understands business processes and operational workflows and can translate business requirements into practical solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI. This individual will be responsible for taking applications from concept to launch, including building data intake forms, automating workflows, and developing reporting dashboards that enable better decision-making.

Your Day-to-Day Activities

• Design and develop Power Platform solutions that support operational and project workflows.
• Build Power Apps applications that allow users to capture, manage, and track operational or project data.
• Create automated workflows using Power Automate to streamline business processes and reduce manual tasks.
• Develop Power BI dashboards and reports to provide data visibility and insights for program leadership.
• Build data intake forms and workflow tools that connect to reporting dashboards and analytics platforms.
• Translate business requirements into functional applications and automation solutions.
• Work with stakeholders to understand existing workflows and identify opportunities for automation and improvement.
• Integrate data from various sources, including Excel and Power Query, into Power Platform solutions.
• Support the full lifecycle of application development, including design, development, testing, deployment, and user support.
• Provide documentation and user guidance to ensure solutions are sustainable and scalable.

The Job Requirements

• 3–8 years of professional experience in business applications development, workflow automation, or data analytics.
• Minimum 1 year of substantial experience with Power Apps and Power Automate within the Microsoft Power Platform.
• Experience designing and building SharePoint sites
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

You’ll stand out if you have

• Experience working with Excel (PowerQuery) for data transformation and preparation.
• Experience with Power BI data visualization and dashboard development.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with business stakeholders.
• Familiarity with data modeling and reporting frameworks.
• Experience improving business processes through automation and data visibility.

Compensation & Benefits

• $85,000-$140,000 annual salary
• Paid holiday, sick, and vacation time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Annual Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Account (FSAs)

About TD Thornton

Since 2005, TD Thornton has been helping our clients bridge organizational gaps by providing best-in-class consulting services and staff augmentation. Whether we are part of the contractor’s team or serving as an owner’s representative, we offer a wide spectrum of construction management support services to help our clients mitigate risks and deliver successful project outcomes. We believe our diversity is part of our strength and are proud to be a woman–owned and minority-owned company.
Learn more about us at www.tdthornton.com and on LinkedIn.
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