Title : Technical Architect
Location : Houston, TX - 77002 (Onsite)
Duration : 12+ months
Tax Terms : Only on W2, no Corp to Corp.
Top Skills :
- Strong Architecture experience
- Experience with Power Platforms - Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI and Dataverse
- Integrate Power Platform with Client D365
- Azure / GCP
- AI experience - Copilot, Azure AI
Job Description : Job Summary
We are seeking a strategic and technically skilled Power Platform Solution Architect to lead the design, development, and governance of scalable solutions across Client Power Platform.This role will be responsible for architecting model-driven apps, centralized data models, and intelligent automation workflows that align with enterprise data strategy, AI enablement, and long-term scalability.The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of data engineering and analytics principles at an architectural level and be able to communicate technical solutions clearly to both technical and business audiences.Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field8+ years of experience in solution architecture, application development, or platform engineeringDeep expertise in Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse)Strong understanding of model-driven app architecture and enterprise data modelingAbility to design solutions that integrate with data engineering pipelines and analytics platformsExperience integrating Power Platform with Client D365, Azure, and third-party systemsFamiliarity with AI / ML concepts and their application within Power PlatformExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement skillsPreferred Skills
Experience with Databricks and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Knowledge of Client D365 Finance & Operations and Common Data ServiceExposure to MLOps, Azure AI services, and Copilot integrationExperience with governance tools like Client PurviewStrong understanding of security, compliance, and data lifecycle managementAbility to lead cross-functional teams and influence platform strategyKey Responsibilities
Architect end-to-end solutions using Power Platform components : Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and DataverseDesign and implement model-driven apps and scalable enterprise data modelsCollaborate with data engineers and analysts to ensure solutions align with data architecture, reporting needs, and performance standardsIntegrate Power Platform with Client D365, Azure services, Databricks, GCP, and other enterprise systemsDefine and enforce standards for solution architecture, data modeling, security, and performanceGuide development teams on best practices for maintainability, reusability, and automationSupport governance frameworks and ensure compliance with data security and retention policiesIncorporate AI capabilities (e.g., Copilot, Azure AI services) into Power Platform solutionsStrategic Responsibilities
Serve as a technical thought leader in the organization’s AI-first and automation strategyDrive adoption of data-driven design principles across Power Platform initiativesPartner with enterprise architecture and data teams to ensure alignment with long-term technology visionMentor developers and analysts on scalable solution design and Power Platform capabilitiesLead architecture reviews, workshops, and roadmap planning sessionsTranslate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling narratives for business and executive stakeholdersFacilitate workshops and discovery sessions to gather requirements and align stakeholdersPresent solution designs, roadmaps, and architecture decisions in a way that connects with business value and strategic outcomesDocumentation & Visualization Responsibilities
Create and maintain detailed solution architecture diagrams, data flow maps, and integration blueprintsDocument platform standards, reusable components, and governance modelsMaintain architecture decision records (ADRs) to track rationale and trade-offs