Power Platform Architect
Trenton, New Jersey, United States of America
- IT
- Full-time
- Power Platform
- Microsoft Power Apps
- Power BI
The Power Platform Architect designs and implements secure, scalable Microsoft Power Platform solutions, focusing on model-driven apps, integrations, and governance. This role involves hands-on C# development, establishing ALM and CI/CD best practices, and providing technical leadership throughout the software development lifecycle. The position requires extensive IT experience, strong platform expertise, and knowledge of cloud integrations, security, and enterprise application development.
Req number:
R6818Employment type:
Full timeWorksite flexibility:
HybridWho we are
CAI is a global technology services firm with over 8,500 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.
Job Summary
The Power Platform Architect will design and implement secure, scalable solutions on Microsoft Power Platform, emphasizing model-driven apps, integration infrastructure, and hands-on C# development—while establishing governance, ALM, and CI/CD best practices.Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Power Platform Architect to join our IT team. This position will be full-time, hybrid, and is a long -term contract position.
What You’ll Do
Define and implement Power Platform architecture and strategy, including model-driven apps (MDA), canvas apps, Power Pages, Power BI, and Power Automate workflows
Establish solutioning patterns, reference architectures, and reusable components aligned with client priorities
Drive API-first integration using Dataverse, Azure services (Functions, Logic Apps, API Management), and external systems
Implement and enforce governance, security, and compliance standards (environment strategy, DLP policies, RBAC, conditional access)
Create governance artifacts and lead architecture reviews
Own ALM and DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and code quality/security scanning
Oversee release management, versioning, rollback strategies, and production cutovers
Provide technical leadership across the SDLC: planning, estimation, design, development, testing, performance tuning, and maintenance
Provide Hands-on development in C# for custom components and integrations
Design and manage integration infrastructure for Power Platform, ensuring secure and scalable connectivity
What You’ll Need
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or 15+ years of relevant experience
10+ years in IT with experience in developing and maintaining custom business applications
2+ years in a supervisory or lead role guiding technical staff
Strong written and oral communication skills
Deep expertise in Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps—canvas/model-driven, Power Pages, Power Automate, Power BI) and Dataverse
Hands-on experience developing or leading enterprise web applications
Prior experience managing or supporting systems with web applications in .NET or Java environments
Working knowledge of Service-Oriented Architecture (REST/SOAP) and endpoint security (APIM, OIDC)
Familiarity with RDBMS (DB2, Oracle, Postgres, or SQL Server)
Experience with load/performance testing
Desired:
Experience designing environment strategy, DLP policies, and governance for Power Platform
Proficiency with CI/CD and automated deployments using Azure DevOps and Git
Experience with code quality/security scanning and remediation workflows
Integration experience with Azure services and external APIs
Background in public sector or healthcare domains with familiarity in PHI/PII safeguards
Strong experience with model-driven app development and integration infrastructure for Power Platform
Physical Demands
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.
Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
Reasonable accommodation statement
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111.
$70p/h - $80p/hThe pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.




