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FI Consulting is a Microsoft Independent Software Vendor (ISV) and Cloud Solution Partner, with several products and success in delivering client solutions based on Microsoft’s Power Platform/Dynamics 365. We need Microsoft technical professionals to help lead us to entrepreneurial success. For more than 20 years, financial institutions in the Federal, private and public sectors have called on FI Consulting to address complex and high-stakes analytical challenges that are closely scrutinized by executives, auditors, regulators, and stakeholders. We help clients succeed by applying our core strengths in business applications of Data Engineering, Analytics, Modeling, and Business Architecture to gain insight into finances, loans, performance, manage risk, and improve operations. FI Consulting is a fast-moving, high-growth firm with huge potential. FI offers variety, challenge, responsibility and the opportunity to realize your leadership potential. The Microsoft Power Platform/Dynamics Solution Architect will design, develop, and deliver high-quality, enterprise-scale technical solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong business, analytical, and technical skills. They will demonstrate a strong blend of technical skills, essential soft skills, and a commitment to continuous learning in the rapidly evolving field of AI. • Use of productivity tools is required • Purpose: answering questions, generating text, help with creating documents, emails, etc. • Examples: ChatGPT, MS Copilot, Gemini, etc. • Use of creative tools is required • Purpose: software code, video, graphics generation, etc. • Examples: Amazon Q, GitHub Copilot • Incorporating AI into solutions is desired • Purpose: making AI algorithms part of technology solutions • Examples: neural networks, predictive algorithms, large language models, etc. This individual should also be capable of not just understanding AI but actively applying it to solve real-world problems and drive business success. Their personality traits include: • Intellectual Curiosity: A strong desire to learn and explore new AI concepts. • Problem-solving & Critical Thinking: Ability to apply AI knowledge to new challenges. • Learning Agility: Ability to quickly adapt and learn new AI tools and techniques. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Architect and implement enterprise-class solutions integrating Microsoft Power Platform and Azure technologies seamlessly within client environments. • Lead the development of FI products and custom solutions that deliver business value to our clients and are synergistic with other FI Consulting solutions and capabilities. • Serve as the go-to technical lead for FI Consulting’s Microsoft-based business solutions. • Develop, review, and test customized plugins, PCF controls, APIs, integrations, and reusable components that leverage the latest Microsoft platform enhancements. • Coach and mentor FI Consulting’s growing team of technical professionals to become well-versed in developing Power Platform solutions. • Lead technical, integration, and data migration workshops with customers, document requirements, and design appropriate solutions. • Become an internal and external thought leader on Microsoft Dynamics 365, the Microsoft Power Platform components, Azure, and related technologies. • Articulate and demonstrate the possibilities of Microsoft Power Platform and Azure Cloud technologies to create new line-of-business applications. • Secure and protect company and client data and information and prevent its improper disclosure. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required, preferably in Computer Science or closely related field (i.e. computer science, software engineering, IT, etc.). • Four (4) plus years of experience developing and implementing solutions based on Power Platform and Microsoft Dynamics 365, including configuration, custom development, deployment, operation, and maintenance support. • Expertise in developing and leading development teams building solutions on Power Apps (Dataverse/model-driven and canvas apps) and Power Automate. • Expertise in developing and leading development teams implementing external web portals using Power Pages or Dynamics portals. • Experience integrating external data and systems with Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions • 5+ years of technical experience with Microsoft development technologies, including ASP.Net, C#, VB.Net, Microsoft SQL server, and Azure • Up to date certifications in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Experience (CE) or Power Platform (e.g., MBS-716, MB-200/400/600 or PL-200/400) Desired Qualifications: • Master’s Degree or equivalent, preferably in Computer Science or closely related field (i.e. computer science, software engineering, IT, etc.) OR additional years of direct experience beyond those already mentioned. • Experience with multiple end-to-end full life cycle implementations of Power Platform or Dynamics 365 solutions. • Experience with Power Apps (canvas and model-driven apps) • Two or more years of experience with Agile development • Experience administering and integrating Microsoft 365, including SharePoint, Outlook, Teams, etc. • Experience developing custom connectors for Azure, Logic Apps, Power Automate, and Power Apps. • Experience with Azure administration, Logic Apps, and cloud architecture • Experience developing visualizations and dashboards using Power BI or Tableau • Professional IT consulting experience Successful candidates will possess: • Desire to deliver exceptional value to FI’s clients and teammates and take the necessary steps to enable their success • Proactive approach to problem-solving and solution development • Drive to always look for ways to improve processes • Must be highly reliable, trustworthy, honest, and commitment-oriented • Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new concepts quickly, and to take on a broad range of analytical and management tasks • Excellent communication, organizational, and technical writing skills • Ability to confidently interact with all levels of our client organizations • Desire to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment Additional Requirements: • Authorized to work in the United States as a US Citizen. We are not able to accept permanent resident or sponsor or accept any visa holders at this time including H1B, EAD or OPT. • Successfully pass a background investigation and drug screening. • Reside in the DC Metro area within 30 days of hire. As part of our meritocratic culture, we strongly encourage each of our employees to remain committed to “stretching” the levels of their most current professional strengths to continuously adapt, grow and expand their subject matter expertise for the benefit of adding value to our clients. The emphasis on stretch starts at the very top of our organization and is promoted throughout to all members of our team. The desire of our employees to stretch is critical to effectively, and with greater flexibility, plan project assignments and subsequently position our people and the company for future success. FLSA Designation • This is an exempt position. • FI Consulting participates in E-Verify. • Equal Employment Opportunity/disability/protected veteran status. • FI Consulting is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email recruiting@ficonsulting.com or call: 571-255-6772. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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