Senior Power Platform Developer Jobs in Reston, VA

Overview The Senior Power Platforms Developer will design, develop, and optimize modern, user-centric business applications leveraging Microsoft Power Platform and related technologies. In this role, you will combine strong UX/UI design skills with hands-on Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Dataverse development experience to deliver intuitive, scalable solutions that streamline workflows and unlock data-driven insights for mission stakeholders. This position aligns with Cayuse's core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables. Responsibilities * Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to gather, analyze, and refine requirements for workflows, applications, and dashboards.
* Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to visualize and validate user interfaces and user journeys before build-out.
* Design intuitive, aesthetically pleasing, and accessible user interfaces that enhance usability and adoption across a diverse user base.
* Conduct user research, usability testing, and feedback sessions to iteratively improve designs and ensure solutions effectively meet mission and business needs.
* Design and develop custom applications using Power Apps, including Canvas Apps and/or Model-Driven Apps, to digitize and optimize business processes.
* Build and maintain automated workflows and business processes using Power Automate, integrating approvals, notifications, data transformations, and system integrations.
* Leverage Microsoft Dataverse to create robust, scalable relational data models that support complex business rules and relationships.
* Integrate Power Platform solutions with other Microsoft services (e.g., SharePoint, Teams, Dynamics 365, Azure services) and third-party applications using connectors, custom APIs, and web services.
* Develop Power BI dashboards and reports that deliver actionable insights and visually compelling data visualizations for leadership and operational users.
* Ensure reports and analytics are accurate, performant, and aligned with security, data governance, and reporting standards.
* Implement custom logic and UI enhancements using JavaScript, HTML, and CSS where appropriate to extend Power Platform capabilities.
* Apply best practices for solution architecture, security, performance, and lifecycle management, including environment strategies (dev/test/prod), ALM, and configuration management.
* Collaborate with cross-functional IT and development teams to ensure solutions are secure, maintainable, and well-documented.
* Contribute to the definition and refinement of standards, patterns, and reusable components for Power Platform and UX design across the organization.
* Other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
* An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.
* Minimum 8 years of overall IT and/or development experience, including delivery of business applications or enterprise solutions.
* 3-5 years of experience developing Canvas Apps and/or Model-Driven Apps in the Microsoft Power Platform.
* 5+ years of IT and/or software development experience (may overlap with the 8 years if relevant).
* 1+ year of experience with Power BI and SharePoint, including building reports, dashboards, and integrating with Power Platform solutions.
* Practical experience with one or more of the following:
* JavaScript
* HTML/CSS
* Business analysis (BA) experience including requirements gathering, process mapping, and stakeholder facilitation
* Active Top Secret Security Clearance is required.
* Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment. Minimum Skills Required: * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency.
* Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
* Highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks at any one time.
* Ability to forge new relationships, individual and teaming in nature.
* Must be a Self-starter, that can work independently and as part of a team. Preferred Qualifications: * Microsoft Power Platform certifications such as PL-100, PL-200, PL-400.
* Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue to enhance UI/UX and extend front-end capabilities.
* Experience with C# for extending business logic of Power Apps applications, building custom connectors, or integrating with back-end services.
* Experience with Dynamics 365 (e.g., Customer Engagement, Sales, Service) and Microsoft Azure services (e.g., Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Azure API Management) to build end-to-end solutions.
* Understanding of Agile development methodologies, including participation in sprints, backlog grooming, stand-ups, and iterative delivery. Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits * Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
* Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
* Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
* Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
* Voluntary Life and AD&D options
* 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
* Paid Time Off
Reports to: Program Manager Working Conditions * Professional office environment with the ability to work on-site.
* Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
* Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
* Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
* Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
* May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
* May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
* May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law. Pay Range USD $130,000.00 - USD $137,280.00 /Yr.