Microsoft Power Platform & Automation Architect

Elevate Ventures; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevate Ventures is looking for a Power Platform & Automation Architect in Indianapolis to lead automation initiatives and deliver scalable solutions on the Microsoft Power Platform. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in solution architecture with a strong focus on Microsoft Power Platform and integration with SAP. The position emphasizes compliance, governance, and cross-functional collaboration. Ideal candidates will hold relevant certifications and have a proven track record in enterprise-scale automation and data integration.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in solution architecture, with at least 2 years focused on Microsoft Power Platform.
• Proven experience designing enterprise-scale workflow and data integration solutions.
• Strong knowledge of data governance, security models, and change management in enterprise automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of Power Platform solutions.
• Architect modular, reusable frameworks for SAP master data loads.
• Establish CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and logging for Power Platform applications.

Skills

Solution architecture

Microsoft Power Platform

Data governance

Agile delivery

SAP integration

Education

Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

SAP Certified Application Associate (S/4HANA)

Tools

Azure DevOps

Power Apps

Power Automate

Dataverse

Azure Logic Apps

Job description

Overview

Stellar is seeking a Power Platform & Automation Architect to lead multi-phase automation and modernization initiatives. This role will be responsible for architecting and delivering scalable solutions on the Microsoft Power Platform - Power Apps, Power Automate, and Dataverse - while integrating tightly with SAP Rise, Azure, and existing master data management workflows.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience designing and deploying Power Platform-based automation frameworks, complemented by working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA master data models and integration patterns. You'll define architecture standards, build reusable automation components, guide sprint delivery teams, and ensure solutions meet enterprise-grade governance, performance, and security expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Architecture & Delivery

• Lead design and implementation of Power Platform solutions
• Architect modular, reusable frameworks for SAP master data loads (materials, cost centers, accounts, etc.) with validation, approval, and security workflows.
• Define end-to-end architecture including Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse, Azure connectors, and data integration layers.
• Oversee technical design documents (FDD, TDD, SDD) and ensure alignment with project objectives and Definition of Done.
• Establish CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and logging frameworks for Power Platform applications.

Governance & Integration

• Implement role-based access controls, audit trails, and compliance configurations to support business-user-owned workflows.
• Ensure interoperability across Azure AD, SharePoint, and SAP environments via standard and custom connectors.
• Design automation patterns supporting scalable deployment, security, and data governance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on solution validation, testing, and change management.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as technical lead for a cross-functional team of Power Platform engineers, data specialists, and integration developers.
• Work closely with customer Product Owners to refine backlog items, define epics and user stories, and translate business requirements into technical deliverables.
• Mentor engineering resources on Power Platform best practices, SAP integration, and agile delivery.
• Participate and lead in sprint planning, demos, retrospectives, and architecture reviews.

Qualifications

Required

• 8+ years of experience in solution architecture, with at 2 years focused on Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse, Power BI).
• Proven track record designing enterprise-scale workflow and data integration solutions across Microsoft and SAP ecosystems.
• Understanding of SAP ECC or S/4HANA master data, validation rules, and common automation use cases.
• Experience with Azure Logic Apps, API Management, and SAP connectors/gateways.
• Proficiency in agile delivery, backlog management, and iterative development using tools such as Azure DevOps.
• Strong knowledge of data governance, security models, and change management in enterprise automation.

Preferred

• Experience with Winshuttle migration projects or similar SAP data-automation modernization efforts.
• Certifications:
  • Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • SAP Certified Application Associate (S/4HANA) - or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with CI/CD for Power Platform, environment strategy, and ALM best practices.