Microsoft Power Platform Architect

Role Overview: InterraIT, a leader in digital engineering services with a specialized focus on mobility and manufacturing sectors, is seeking a highly skilled Microsoft Power Platform Architect with extensive Research & Development (R&D) experience to drive innovation and deliver next-generation enterprise solutions. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in Power Platform with a focus on exploring emerging technologies, building proof-of-concepts (PoCs), evaluating new capabilities, and defining best practices for enterprise adoption. Key Responsibilities: - **Architecture & Solution Design**: - Architect and design enterprise-grade solutions using Microsoft Power Platform. - Define reusable frameworks, reference architectures, and accelerators for rapid solution delivery. - Drive integration strategies with Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Azure services, and external systems. - **Research & Development (R&D)**: - Continuously explore new Power Platform features, connectors, AI Builder, Copilot, and emerging Microsoft technologies. - Design and implement innovative PoCs and prototypes to validate new concepts and business use cases. - Conduct a comparative analysis of low-code/no-code vs custom development approaches. - **Governance, Security & ALM**: - Define governance standards, environment strategy, and DLP policies. - Establish best practices for CI/CD pipelines, source control, and ALM in Power Platform. - Ensure solutions comply with enterprise-grade security, scalability, and compliance standards. - **Thought Leadership & Enablement**: - Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and business leaders on Power Platform strategy. - Publish white papers, technical playbooks, and best practices to enable wider adoption. - Mentor developers and business users, promoting innovation and citizen development. Qualifications: - Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. - 12+ years of IT experience with 5+ years in Microsoft Power Platform. - Prior experience in R&D, innovation labs, or technology incubators preferred. - Microsoft Certifications: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert (PL-600) Required. PL-400 / PL-500 / AI-102 or Azure AI certifications Highly desirable. Additional Company Details: InterraIT supports clients in their digital transformation and modernization endeavors by leveraging cutting-edge technologies. The company specializes in AI-powered SaaS solutions, application development, digital transformation, data platforms, and managed services. With a global footprint and a diverse team of professionals, InterraIT helps organizations innovate, scale, and thrive in today's digital era.,