Location : Jackson, MS
Work Arrangement : 100% Remote
Employment Type : Contract
Interview Mode : Either In-person or Webcam
Position Overview
We are seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) level PowerApps Developer to join the Office of Technology and Strategic Services. This role is focused on designing and building end-to-end solutions from the ground up to improve collaboration, productivity, and knowledge sharing for the Mississippi Department of Education.
The ideal candidate will be a high-level technical consultant capable of translating client pain points into sophisticated Microsoft 365 solutions while managing the full development lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Full-Stack Power Platform Development : Develop custom applications from scratch using Power Apps (Canvas and Model-Driven), Power Automate, Dataverse, and Power BI.
- M365 Architecture : Provide expert-level architecture, configuration, and functional support to expand capabilities within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem.
- Process Improvement : Identify manual organizational processes that can be optimized through SharePoint Online, Office 365, and Teams integration.
- Client Collaboration : Work directly with stakeholders to gather requirements, troubleshoot challenges, and provide ongoing solution support.
- Project Management : Estimate work content, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and ensure all deliverables meet planned timelines within an Agile environment.
- System Administration : Perform duties as a SharePoint Site Owner and Site Collection Administrator to ensure robust platform governance.
Required Skills & Experience
Experience : Minimum of 7 years of qualified experience in PowerApps development and M365 ecosystems.Technical Depth : Advanced understanding of PowerApps formulas, development methods for both Canvas and Model-driven apps, and multi-data source integration.Platform Mastery : Extensive experience with Power Automate, Power BI, Teams, and SharePoint Online.Systems Analysis : Strong background in business systems analysis and technical support.Methodology : Proven experience working in Agile environments; must be a self-starter capable of working independently.Education : Bachelor's Degree in a related field.Preferred Qualifications
Azure Ecosystem : Foundational knowledge of Entra ID, Intune, Exchange, and general Azure cloud services.Security : Strong understanding of data security, access control, and DLP (Data Loss Prevention) policies.Infrastructure : Experience installing and configuring On-premises Data Gateways.