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Power Platform Developer

Location
Ipswich, Suffolk
Contract Type
Full time, Permanent
Reporting to the Digital Development Manager, this role will work closely with the Senior Power Apps Developer, and share responsibility for the design, development, maintenance, and enhancement of Bauder’s Power Apps-led digital reporting and data platforms, supporting Project Live and wider business operations across the Northern Division and Southwest region.

Job Specification

Objective

Reporting to the Digital Development Manager, this role will work closely with the Senior Power Apps Developer, and share responsibility for the design, development, maintenance, and enhancement of Bauder’s Power Apps-led digital reporting and data platforms, supporting Project Live and wider business operations across the Northern Division and Southwest region.

The ideal candidate will hold solid experience as a Power Platform Developer with strong Power Platform, reporting, and data skills, capable of translating business requirements into scalable, secure, and user-friendly digital solutions. The role suits a proactive, hands-on individual comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and engaging with stakeholders across the business.

Outline of main responsibilities (non-exhaustive):

Software Development

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain business applications and digital solutions
  • Support the development and enhancement of Power Apps and Power Automate solutions
  • Develop and support Azure Function Apps, APIs, and integrations
  • Support web application development using HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Develop solutions that integrate with Dataverse, SQL databases, Salesforce, and other business platforms
  • Participate in software testing, debugging, and issue resolution
  • Support deployment activities and release processes

Business Systems & Platforms

  • Support and enhance existing business systems and applications
  • Assist in maintaining Dataverse environments, data structures, and security models
  • Support application lifecycle management and solution deployment
  • Assist with application configuration, administration, and support
  • Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve efficiency
  • Maintain system documentation and technical knowledge repositories

Reporting & Data

  • Support Power BI reporting and dashboard development
  • Assist with data analysis, transformation, and reporting requirements
  • Support data quality and governance initiatives
  • Assist in developing data-driven solutions that support business decision-making
  • Work with business stakeholders to understand reporting requirements

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Work closely with internal stakeholders to gather and understand requirements
  • Translate business requirements into technical solutions
  • Participate in workshops, demonstrations, and user testing activities
  • Support user training and adoption of digital solutions
  • Interface and collaborate with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams
  • General communication via telephone, email, and in person
  • Other duties aligned to the role and business priorities

Training & Team Support

  • Support the Digital Development Manager in carrying out relevant training
  • Training includes new employees and launches of new and existing software

Tasks include:

  • Booking rooms
  • Calendar appointments
  • Updating and printing manuals
  • Training logs
  • Highlighting future training requirements
  • Providing support to project teams where required
  • Other tasks as they arise
  • These activities form part of wider team support and are not the primary focus of the role

Governance & Continuous Improvement

  • Support application lifecycle management (ALM), including solution versioning and deployments
  • Follow Digital Team development standards and best practices
  • Assist in maintaining technical documentation and development processes
  • Support the implementation of governance and security standards
  • Contribute ideas and recommendations for improving systems and processes
  • Support future digital transformation and innovation initiatives

Key skills / qualifications / criteria:

  • Commercial experience working within software development, application support, or digital solutions
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience working with the Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate, and Dataverse
  • Experience working with Dataverse or relational database systems
  • Knowledge of SQL and data management principles
  • Working knowledge of HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Understanding of APIs and system integrations
  • Familiarity with Azure services and cloud technologies
  • Experience supporting reporting solutions such as Power BI
  • Understanding of Microsoft 365 technologies
  • Experience using Azure DevOps or similar development management tools
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to prioritise workload
  • Strong communication skills via written and verbal mediums
  • Confident engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to interpret requirements and communicate solutions clearly
  • Organisational and administrative capabilities
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
  • Team player with a proactive and supportive approach
  • Experience implementing change and improving business processes
  • Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple priorities
  • Desire to learn and continuously develop technical skills

Desirable criteria:

  • Experience with C# and .NET development
  • Experience developing Azure Function Apps
  • Experience working with Salesforce integrations
  • Experience with Dataverse solution deployment
  • Experience with Git source control
  • Understanding of Microsoft Fabric
  • Microsoft Power Platform, Azure, or Data certifications
  • Experience working within Agile delivery environments
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