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What You Will Do:

We are looking for a Power Platform Consultant experienced in Microsoft Power Apps and Power Automate. This role focuses on designing and delivering intuitive, user-centric applications that leverage the flexibility of Power Apps to meet a wide range of business needs. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational and multi-tasking skills, attention to quality, self-motivation, and a desire to build impactful low-code solutions

Responsibilities:

• Deliver services and solutions using Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power BI, SharePoint, Power Automate, Microsoft Teams, custom development, and data integrations

• Design and develop Power Apps solutions with a focus on creating responsive, user-friendly experiences tailored to different user roles and devices

• Translate business requirements into scalable low-code applications and automated workflows that streamline operations and improve data visibility

• Integrate applications with enterprise data sources such as Dataverse, SharePoint, and external systems using connectors and APIs

• Automate business processes using Power Automate, ensuring seamless interaction with applications and downstream systems

• Conduct end-user training and develop knowledge transfer documentation to support adoption and long-term sustainment

• Present tailored demonstrations of solutions, showcasing usability, flexibility, and rapid development capabilities

• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including daily scrum meetings, and provide regular status updates

• Contribute to design documentation, implementation standards, and reusable solution components

• Collaborate with support teams to troubleshoot and resolve production issues

• Stay current with Power Platform capabilities and roadmap updates to continuously improve solution delivery

What You Will Need:

• Must have a minimum of FOUR (4) years of professional experience

• Experience building Power Apps solutions, including designing interfaces, managing data connections, and optimizing performance

• Selected candidate must be able to work in a hybrid environment and, based on client needs, may be required to work onsite up to five days per week

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance. Candidates with an active Secret or higher-level clearance are preferred.

• US Citizenship is contractually required for this role

• Must have a Bachelor's degree (4yr college degree)

• Experience writing technical requirements, test scripts, and working with modern software technologies

• Experience in a Software as a Service (SaaS) environment

• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Understanding of Power Platform governance, including CoE components and environment strategy

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience delivering user-focused applications that require flexible layouts, mobile accessibility, and rapid iteration

• Experience in "Big 4" or equivalent established consulting firm and/or Microsoft partner highly desired

• BA/BS degree in Business, Computer Science, or Engineering

• Experience with public sector clients preferred

• Experience with Agile or Hybrid-Agile methodology

• Microsoft PL-900 or similar certifications preferred

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

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Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.