Microsoft power platform solution architect

Notice Period - Immediate joiner to 30 DaysLocation - HyderabadExperience - 8 to 10 YearsJob Description:-Architectural Leadership- Define and oversee the end-to-end solution architecture for Power Platform initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture standards and business objectives.- Establish architectural patterns, reusable components, and frameworks that promote consistency, scalability, and sustainability.- Provide technical oversight throughout the solution lifecycle, from initial design through deployment and support.- Designing, developing, and delivering customized solutions that address specific client requirements.- Interpreting business needs and translating them into effective technical solutions using Power Platform tools.- Collaborating closely with stakeholders to ensure solutions are aligned with overall project objectives.- Conducting comprehensive testing to validate functionality and enhance user experience.- Managing stakeholder expectations and proactively resolving issues throughout the implementation process.- Strategically analysing, planning, and executing project tasks to ensure timely and successful project delivery.Solution Delivery- Collaborate with business stakeholders, analysts, and IT teams to translate business requirements into robust, scalable technical solutions.- Guide development teams in the delivery of Power Apps (Canvas and Model-Driven), Power Automate workflows, Power BI dashboards, and Power Virtual Agents.- Ensure high-quality integrations with Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Azure services, and third-party applications.- Architect and deliver enterprise-scale applications using Power Platform, integrating with Dataverse, Dynamics 365, Azure, and external systems.- Oversee all technical aspects of solution delivery, ensuring best practices, scalability, and compliance with Microsoft standards.Governance & Compliance- Develop and enforce governance frameworks, including environment strategy, security models, data loss prevention policies, and application lifecycle management.- Ensure compliance with organizational standards, regulatory requirements, and information security policies.- Advise leadership on licensing, platform optimization, and enterprise adoption strategies.Stakeholder Engagement & Enablement- Serve as the subject matter expert for Power Platform solutions within the enterprise.- Conduct executive-level presentations, solution demonstrations, and technical workshops.- Provide mentorship, training, and knowledge transfer to internal teams and stakeholders.Experience Required- Minimum 8–10 years of professional IT experience, including at least 4–6 years of hands-on expertise with the Microsoft Power Platform.- Demonstrated experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale solutions across Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Dataverse.- Proven track record of leading solution architecture in complex, global, or highly regulated environments.- Strong experience integrating Power Platform with Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Azure services, and third-party applications.- Prior involvement in solution deployment strategy, governance, security, compliance, and application lifecycle management (ALM) practices for Power Platform.- Experience managing stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership, technical teams, and business users.Certifications- Required:- Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Functional Consultant Associate- Preferred:- Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert- Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 + Power Platform Solution Architect Expert- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert- Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals- Other relevant Microsoft 365 or Dynamics 365 certificationsRequired Skills & Qualifications- Advanced proficiency in the following tools:- Power Apps (Canvas and Model-Driven)- Power Automate (cloud)- Dataverse/Common Data Service (CDS)- Copilot Studio- Power Platform Administration- Strong background in integrating Power Platform with enterprise systems.- Expertise in API integration, custom connector development, and middleware technologies.- Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.Preferred Skills & Qualifications- Power Automate Desktop Flows- Power BI (data modelling, visualization, and governance)- Power Pages- Prior experience in enterprise architecture and digital transformation initiatives.- Familiarity with Agile methodologies, Dev Ops pipelines, and enterprise-scale delivery frameworks.- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and data governance practices in complex enterprise environments.