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Why you'll love Softchoice: 

At Softchoice, a World Wide Technology (WWT) company, we work together to make a new world happen. As an IT solutions provider serving U.S. commercial and SMB organizations, as well as the entire Canadian market, we help organizations turn ambition into realworld outcomes. We do this through the delivery of secure cloud, AI, software and digital workplace solutions that enable agility, innovation and growth. 

With a highly engaged, high-performing team, we are certified as a Great Place to Work in both Canada and the United States, and have been recognized as a Best Workplace in Canada for more than 20 years. We stand proudly for our people and their success through career development and advancement, and continuously strive to do what's good for our people and communities. 

As part of WWT, we connect customers to the global scale, advanced innovation, world-class partnerships, and deep expertise of a leader in AI and digital transformation. This includes access to WWT's Advanced Technology Center (ATC), a collaborative ecosystem featuring state-of-the-art hardware and software that enables customers and partners to conceptualize, test, and validate innovative solutions before deploying them at scale. 

The Impact you will have:

A practicing-level individual contributor on the Workplace Transformation team who assists clients in the adoption of Microsoft Power Platform at an enterprise level. The Engineer, Low-Code guides clients on employing Power Platform tools - Copilot Studio, Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Power Pages, and AI Builder, Azure AI - to solve business needs, develops enterprise-grade solutions following best practices, and participates in the full client delivery lifecycle from discovery through deployment. Nominally a co-driver on any engagement.

This role contributes to both commercial and government enterprise clients, helping them improve business results through modernization of processes, applications, and approaches to real-world business problems. Receives mentorship and coaching from senior engineers and architects, and participates actively in Agile delivery activities.

This role reports to a Sr Engineer, Low-Code, Supervisor, AI and Apps, or Manager, AI and Apps.

What you'll do:

Guide clients on different ways to employ Microsoft Power Platform to solve current business needs while positioning them for future solutions

Develop solutions using Canvas Applications, Model-Driven Applications, Power Automate, Dataverse, and AI Builder that follow best practices and ensure effective, maintainable outcomes

Collaborate with development and architecture teams to deliver enterprise-grade solutions that meet deadlines and budgetary constraints

Participate actively in discovery workshops, requirements gathering discussions, documentation development, and pre-sales sessions

Train client end-users and junior team members on Power Platform development techniques, including support for application lifecycle management

Work directly with project managers to support client status reporting and other delivery artifacts

Learn new technologies and improvements to current technologies; analyze their impact on current and future implementations

Contribute to technical conversations with clients and internal stakeholders

What you'll bring to the table:

Minimum of 5-9 years of experience designing and deploying applications using Power Platform, MS Teams SDK, C#, SharePoint Online, or similar technologies.

Demonstrated experience delivering Power Platform projects to external organizations.

Post-secondary education, preferably a university degree or college diploma; or equivalent practical experience.

Certifications - Microsoft Power Platform certification - nice to have (e.g., Power Platform Functional Consultant Associate).

Experience developing and deploying Canvas Applications, Model-Driven Applications, Power Automate solutions, and Dataverse-backed solutions.

Strong experience with Microsoft Copilot Studio, Azure AI Services, Azure Document Intelligent and their integration with the M365 suite.

Strong working knowledge of Power BI for operational reporting and dashboards.

Strong knowledge of Power Fx language and best practices for platform application development.

Strong understanding of Power Automate Desktop RPA technologies and their deployment.

Strong understanding of Power Platform governance and security concepts and how to implement them.

Strong understanding of data connectors and their licensing models.

Strong knowledge of Azure AI Services, Logic Apps, and AI Builder, custom plug-in.

Strong software engineering background - C#.net/Full-Stack development

Exposure to Power Pages and its customization and deployment.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, including direct client interaction and production of documentation.

Good understanding of Agile methodologies applied to Power Platform delivery.

Compensation:

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position in Toronto is $99,750 to $133,000,annually + 14% as target incentives. 

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, education, and related certification. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. 

Softchoice offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit plan to all full-time employees, which includes: 

• Health and Wellbeing: Medical and Dental Care, Employee & Family Assistance Program 
• Financial Benefits: RRSP/DPSP Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance 
• Paid Time Off: Vacation and Sick Leave, Holidays, Parental Leave, Volunteer Days, Bereavement Leave 
• Additional Perks: Employee Discount Program 

Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway:

We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role.
At Softchoice, we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds.  Whether you are new to corporate tech, returning to work after a gap in employment, or looking to transition and take the next step in your career, we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• The People: You'll thrive in our collaborative environment, surrounded by incredible colleagues who foster support and innovation, driving our collective success
• High-Performing Culture: At Softchoice, we are dedicated to achieving our goals and committed to success for our customers and each other
• Flexibility: Plan your workdays in a way that suits you best
• Award-Winning Workplace: Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for 21 consecutive years
• Inclusive Culture: We are committed to a company culture where every team member can be their authentic self
• Competitive Benefits: Benefit from competitive perks that start on day one

Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment:

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. People seeking employment at Softchoice are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Require accommodation? We are ready to help:

We are proud to provide interview & employment accommodation during the recruitment and hiring process. If you require any accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please reach out directly to asktalentacquisition@softchoice.com. We are committed to working with you to best meet your needs.

Our commitment to your experience:

We are committed to the safety of all applicants and team members. With that in mind, we have implemented digital interviewing for everyone. We understand that you may need to interview with distractions around you (such as children or furry friends) and we will be doing the same.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

When you join Softchoice, we will onboard you remotely. Don't worry. It's quick, simple and you'll be connected with your new team in no time.

Job Requisition ID: 7639 
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