Senior Microsoft Copilot Agent Developer

Apex Systems; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 186,251,520 - 200,578,560; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems in Charlotte, NC is seeking a hands-on Senior Microsoft Copilot Agent Developer to design, develop, and deploy Copilot Agents for complex business problems. You will work with Power Platform, Copilot Studio, and generative AI techniques to create context-aware, grounded agents integrated via REST APIs and custom connectors.

The role requires strong coding experience in .NET/JavaScript/Python, plus familiarity with YAML/DevOps-style authoring and security/compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and building Microsoft Copilot Agents.
• Proficiency with Power Platform tools (Power Automate/Power Apps/Dataverse).
• Understanding of LLM prompts, context management and retrieval-based answers.
• Experience integrating with REST APIs and Microsoft Graph using custom connectors.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement Microsoft Copilot Agents.
• Leverage Power Platform for automation and backend actions.
• Apply generative AI for prompt design and context management.
• Integrate agents with internal/external systems via REST APIs.
• Build reusable backend capabilities and handle complex workflows.
• Design conversational UX with robust fallback handling and grounding governance.

Skills

Power Platform

Copilot Studio

Generative AI

REST APIs

Pro-code: .NET

Pro-code: JavaScript

Pro-code: Python

Tools

Power Automate

Power Apps

Dataverse

Microsoft Graph

Custom Connectors

REST APIs

Job description

# Senior Microsoft Copilot Agent DeveloperApply**Job#: 3041279****Job Description:**Senior Microsoft Copilot Agent Developer**Location:** Charlotte, North Carolina (On-site)Role OverviewThis is a hands-on developer position focused on building Microsoft Copilot Agents to address complex business problems. The role requires strong knowledge in building CoPilot Agents and hands-on coding experience. A background in ML and Deep Learning is beneficial.Key Responsibilities* Design, develop, and implement Microsoft Copilot Agents.* Utilize the Power Platform, including Power Automate and Power Apps, for automation and backend actions.* Apply Generative AI and LLM skills for prompt design, context management, and retrieval-based answers.* Integrate agents with internal and external systems using REST APIs and custom connectors.* Develop reusable backend capabilities and handle complex workflows using .NET, JavaScript, or Python.* Design natural, user-friendly conversational dialogue, handling ambiguity and fallback scenarios.* Ensure data grounding governance by connecting agents to enterprise knowledge sources.* Adhere to security and compliance standards, including authentication and role-based access.Required Qualifications**Core Platform Skills:*** Expertise in Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, Dataverse).* Proficiency in Copilot Studio, including topics, triggers, and Adaptive Cards.**Generative AI LLM Skills:*** Understanding of LLM-driven agents, prompt engineering, and context management.**Integration and Pro-Code Skills:*** Experience with REST APIs, custom connectors, and Microsoft Graph.* Proficiency in .NET, JavaScript, or Python for building custom skills.* Familiarity with YAML or DevOps-style agent authoring is a plus.**Additional Skills:*** Experience in conversational UX design and user journey mapping.* Knowledge of data governance, data grounding, and security compliance.* Understanding of workflow orchestration and event-driven automation.Compensation & BenefitsA comprehensive benefits package is available to eligible employees. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Charlotte, NC, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** July 7, 2026**Pay Range:** $65 - $70 per hour