Power Platform Solution Architect

The Marlin Alliance, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Marlin Alliance, Inc. is seeking a forward-thinking Power Platform Solution Architect to support our Navy client in a fully remote role. DoD Secret Clearance is required or the ability to obtain one, with strong expertise across Power Platform components.

You will design and implement solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI, integrating Model-Driven and Canvas Apps, and collaborating with analysts, project managers, and developers to ensure alignment with program goals.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 3–5 years of MS Dynamics/Power Platform development experience.
• Deep knowledge of Dynamics development and the Power Platform components.
• Experience extending the Power Platform via Client and Dataverse APIs.
• Experience with Model-Driven and Canvas Apps.
• Intermediate programming in C# and JavaScript.
• Data modeling, customizations, plugins, workflows, and integrations in Dynamics/Dataverse.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Microsoft certifications PL‑200, PL‑400, or PL‑600 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain solutions in Microsoft Power Platform.
• Translate complex business requirements into detailed system design plans.
• Customize and configure entities, workflows, objects, fields, modern commands, and classic ribbon buttons, as well as reports and dashboards in Microsoft Power Platform Dataverse.
• Develop integrations between Power Platform and other systems, using both standard and custom solutions.
• Utilize Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI to build applications and workflows that meet business needs.
• Extend the capabilities of Power Platform Model-Driven Apps using Client and Dataverse APIs.
• Integrate and develop solutions that incorporate Model-Driven and Canvas Apps.
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders, business analysts, project managers, and developers to ensure developed solutions meet business needs and align with the overall objectives.
• Provide timely technical support for Power Platform solutions, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and bug fixes.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing and system maintainability.
• Stay updated with the latest developments and updates in Power Platform features and capabilities.

Skills

DoD clearance

Power Platform

Power Apps

Power Automate

Power BI

C#

JavaScript

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Dynamics/Dataverse

Job description

The Marlin Alliance is seeking a forward-thinking Power Platform Solution Architect to provide client support to our Navy client. This is a fully remote position, but applicants must have the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Incorporated in 2002, The Marlin Alliance is a digital transformation company dedicated to ensuring our clients compete and win in tomorrow’s digital world. We specialize in creating technical solutions that allow for seamless execution of automated business processes and the generation of governed, machine-consumable data. From strategic planning to advanced analytics and cybersecurity, our team provides cutting-edge, cross-disciplinary solutions. We are seeking motivated professionals who share our agile, solution-oriented mindset and are ready to deliver the real, practical results relied upon by our clients.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain solutions in Microsoft Power Platform.
• Translate complex business requirements into detailed system design plans.
• Customize and configure entities, workflows, objects, fields, modern commands, and classic ribbon buttons, as well as reports and dashboards in Microsoft Power Platform Dataverse.
• Develop integrations between Power Platform and other systems, using both standard and custom solutions.
• Utilize Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI to build applications and workflows that meet business needs.
• Extend the capabilities of Power Platform Model-Driven Apps using Client and Dataverse APIs.
• Integrate and develop solutions that incorporate Model-Driven and Canvas Apps.
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders, business analysts, project managers, and developers to ensure developed solutions meet business needs and align with the overall objectives.
• Provide timely technical support for Power Platform solutions, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and bug fixes.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing and system maintainability.
• Stay updated with the latest developments and updates in Power Platform features and capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Active or ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Microsoft Dynamics/Power Platform Developer, preferably in a mid to senior‑level role.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics development, infrastructure, and the Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) more generally.
• Experience extending the Power Platform using Client and Dataverse APIs.
• Proficient in integrating and developing solutions using Model-Driven and Canvas Apps.
• Intermediate programming skills in languages such as C# and JavaScript (including front‑end frameworks like Angular or React).
• Hands‑on experience with data modeling, customizations, plugins, workflows, and integrations in Dynamics/Dataverse.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Relevant Microsoft certifications such as PL‑200, PL‑400, or PL‑600 are strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Power Apps Component Framework (PCF) for design and implementation.
• Experience leading technical teams or mentoring junior developers.
• Strong analytical skills to support process improvement and system scalability.

Work Environment and Mental/Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions, absent undue hardships.

• Must be able to perform work in a stationary position at a minimum of 50% of the time.
• Must have the ability to operate computer and other office productivity machinery consistently during work hours.
• Must have the ability to communicate and exchange information and ideas in an in‑person or virtual setting through the use of online tools and available communication mediums.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position as deemed necessary

Job Classification

Manager

Salary

$140K - $200K

Disclaimer

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship.

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities