Power Platform Developer

Njoyn; Lafayette (LA); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive insurance options

401(k) matching + employee share plan

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

CGI in Lafayette, LA is seeking a Power Platform Developer to join an agile team supporting a major government program. Hybrid work from Lafayette, LA or Knoxville, TN; US citizenship required.

You will blend low-code platform work with Java backend development and strong database skills. Ideal candidates have intermediate to advanced Power Platform expertise, Java or similar backend development capabilities, and solid SQL knowledge.

Qualifications

• Power Platform: Power Apps, Power BI, and Dataverse proficiency required.
• Java or equivalent backend development experience (beginner to intermediate+).
• Strong SQL and relational database design skills.
• Experience with Agile practices and modern development tooling.

Responsibilities

• Power Platform Development (Primary Focus).
• Build, enhance, and maintain Power Apps, Power BI, and Dataverse solutions.
• Develop data models, visualizations, workflows, and integrated components for government use cases.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable Power Platform solutions.
• Contribute to application features using Java or equivalent backend language at beginner to intermediate level.
• Support full stack development and integrate Power Platform with enterprise services.
• Review and write backend and API code following best practices and Agile patterns.
• Design and optimize SQL queries and data structures for functionality.
• Work with Dataverse, PostgreSQL, or other relational systems for performant data access.

Skills

Power Platform

Java development

Relational DB & SQL

Agile tooling

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

Git

Maven

CI/CD

Job description

Job order - J1026-0763 - Permanent Full Time

Title Power Platform Developer

Category Software Development/ Engineering

City Lafayette, Louisiana, United States

Position Description

CGI is seeking an enthusiastic and solutions driven developer to join a high performing Agile team supporting a major government program. This role blends modern application development with growing low code/no code platform expertise. The ideal candidate will have intermediate to advanced Power Platform skills, foundational to intermediate Java (or equivalent) development capabilities, and strong relational database expertise. The position includes responsibility for designing features, translating requirements into clear user stories, and collaborating with technical peers to deliver high quality solutions. This position is located in our Lafayette, LA or Knoxville, TN office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. Due to the nature of Government contracts, US citizenship is required.

Future Duties and Responsibilities

• Power Platform Development (Primary Focus)
• Build, enhance, and maintain applications using Power Apps, Power BI, and Dataverse.
• Develop data models, visualizations, automated workflows, and integrated platform components to support enterprise government use cases.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable Power Platform solutions.
• Application Development (Java or Equivalent)
• Contribute to application features using Java or an equivalent backend language at a beginner to intermediate+ level.
• Support full stack development activities and integrate Power Platform components with enterprise application services.
• Review and write backend and API code following best practices and Agile patterns.
• Relational Database & SQL
• Design and optimize SQL queries and data structures to support application functionality.
• Work with Dataverse, PostgreSQL, or other relational systems to ensure performant, well structured data access layers.
• Additional Technical Responsibilities
• Contribute to planning and architecture sessions; translate high level requirements into actionable features, acceptance criteria, and design artifacts.
• Participate in daily Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and continuous improvement discussions.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, product owners, and client stakeholders to provide technical insight and shape system design.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement thoughtful, efficient, and maintainable solutions.
• Author automated tests and support ongoing modernization and system architecture improvements.

Required Qualifications to be Successful in this Role

• Intermediate to advanced skills in Power Platform (Power Apps, Power BI, Dataverse).
• Beginner to intermediate+ Java (or similar language) development experience.
• Strong understanding of relational databases and SQL.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline (or equivalent experience) and at least 4 years of experience.
• Experience with Agile development practices and modern development tooling (Git, Maven, CI/CD, etc.).
• Ability to independently own development work for a major module or feature area.
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills; able to work through ambiguous requirements and propose sound solutions.
• Effective communication skills for working with technical peers, project partners, and end users.
• Positive, proactive attitude aligned with CGI's collaborative delivery culture.

Desired Qualifications / Non-essential Skills

• AWS cloud experience (deployment, configuration, or development).
• Angular or React experience; familiarity with modern UI frameworks translates effectively into Angular development on government projects.
• Experience integrating platform solutions with backend services or microservices.

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $63,700.00 $156,700.00.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Wellness and Well being programs

Equity Statement

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.