Microsoft Specialist

Kellton; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is seeking a Power Platform + AI Lead Developer to design and build intelligent low-code solutions. The ideal candidate has expertise in Microsoft Power Platform and AI Builder, with strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset. This role offers a hybrid remote option and aims to enhance business processes through innovative technology.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Power Platform.
• Experience with AI Builder capabilities.
• Strong understanding of low-code application development best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to the team on architecture and design.
• Design and develop business applications using Power Apps.
• Implement AI Builder models for various applications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify automation opportunities.

Skills

Microsoft Power Platform expertise

AI Builder experience

Low-code application development

Data modeling proficiency

Communication with senior leadership

Collaboration and problem-solving

Tools

Power Apps

Power Automate

Power BI

Azure AI Services

Dataverse

Job description

Overview

Associate Manager @ Kellton | Supporting Teams, Placing Talent, and Guiding Careers

We are looking for Power Platform + AI Lead Developer for our client in Hybrid Remote Location.

Job Title:- Power Platform + AI Lead Developer

Assignment Type: 1 year contract

Location: Charlotte, NC preferred but open to remote candidates

Job Summary

The Power Platform is a low-code platform that enables users to create customized solutions to meet business challenges and drive empowerment.

We are seeking a skilled Power Platform Lead with proven experience leveraging Microsoft Power Platforms & AI capabilities to design, build, and optimize business applications and automation.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with an innovative mindset, using tools like Power Apps, Power Automate, AI Builder, Copilot, Azure AI Foundry and Azure AI integration to deliver intelligent, low-code solutions that drive measurable value.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to the team related to use case identification, Architecture, Design, adoption and best practices.
• Design and develop business applications using Power Apps (Canvas and Model-driven), Power Automate, Power BI, and Dataverse.
• Implement AI Builder models for document processing, prediction, classification, sentiment analysis, and object detection.
• Utilize Copilot to accelerate app creation, data modeling, and flow development using natural language prompts.
• Integrate Azure AI Services (OpenAI, Cognitive Services) with Power Platform solutions.
• Deliver end user support for the Power Platform, including resolving tickets, answering queries, providing guidance, and escalating issues as needed.
• Provide technical support for the Power Platform makers, including assisting with app development, testing, deployment, and maintenance, and ensuring compliance with the standards and practices defined by the CoE.
• Monitor the Power Platform usage, performance, and health, using the CoE Starter Kit and other tools, and act on any identified anomalies or issues.
• Create intelligent workflows in Power Automate using AI-based decision points and data extraction.
• Enable semantic search, relationship suggestions, and intelligent data categorization within Dataverse.
• Apply natural language-based experiences for end-users via Copilot-enabled chat and form design.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for Business process automation and AI-driven process improvement.
• Translate business requirements into technical designs and user stories.
• Provide training and documentation to ensure adoption of AI-enabled solutions.
• Collaborate with members of the CoE to identify and implement best practices, enhancements, and updates for the Power Platform.

Governance & Best Practices

• Ensure solutions follow organizational security, compliance, and governance standards.
• Optimize solution performance and scalability.
• Stay current with new Power Platform AI features and Microsoft roadmap updates.

Qualifications

Required:

• 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse).
• Demonstrated experience with AI Builder capabilities (document processing, prediction, text analytics, etc.).
• Experience using Copilot for app and flow creation.
• Strong understanding of low-code application development best practices.
• Proficiency in data modeling and working with connectors (SharePoint, SQL, Dynamics 365, etc.).
• Ability to effectively communicate with senior leadership.
• Excellent collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

• Experience integrating Azure AI Services into Power Platform solutions.
• Knowledge of Copilot Studio for AI-driven conversational bots.
• Familiarity with DAX, Power Query (M), and advanced Power BI analytics.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology, Engineering, and Design

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting
• Food and Beverage Services
• Retail