Power Platform Developer

Are you a highly skilled and motivated developer who likes problem-solving? Do you have experience creating effective business solutions using Microsoft Power Platform to enable efficiencies across an organization? 

Ripple Effect is looking for a Power Platform Developer who will collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into effective solutions including data visualizations, automations, and applications. Joining Ripple Effect means becoming part of a dynamic and collaborative team that values innovation and continuous learning. If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for data and a drive to make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply. 

If this position sounds of interest, there’s a place for you here at Ripple Effect! We embody a diverse, progressive, and engaging work environment. We offer a multitude of incentives and flexible work options that work for you and your lifestyle. 

General Information 

• Job Code: CIT-DV-03 
• Location: Ripple Effect Headquarters - Rockville, MD
• Employee Type: Exempt, Full-Time Regular  
  (Ask our recruiters about flexible work arrangements) 
• Telework: Partial
• Number of Openings: 1 
• Salary Range: $85,086 to $97,848 per year (how we pay and promote) 

Responsibilities 

• Design, build, and maintain custom applications and solutions using MS Power Platform to automate business processes and enhance data-driven decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple business areas on short- and long-term goals for system improvements to improve efficiency and end-user experience and streamline system management.
• Integrate data from multiple sources, including those within and outside the Microsoft ecosystem, to reduce data silos and improve efficiency.
• Clean and transform complex data in order to provide accurate and error-free final products.
• Provide expertise in using Microsoft productivity tools and keep current on new developments and functionality.
• Support the preparation of business cases and justifications for new initiatives and projects.
• Use creative thinking and initiative to streamline processes and improve performance and efficiency.
• Create and update technical documentation, such as functional and non-functional requirements, system documentation, user guides, and maintenance plans.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience 

• High School Diploma or GED
• 6+ years of work experience
• At least 3 years of experience with Power Platform development, including at least 2 years of experience using Power BI

Basic Requirements 

• Strong experience creating insightful Power BI reports, including DAX and data modeling
• Experience importing, cleaning, and transforming complex data from multiple sources in Power Query (including use of M language), with ability to identify and resolve data integrity issues
• Experience developing business solutions using Power Automate and PowerApps
• Working knowledge of data structures, including relational databases, within enterprise software systems, (e.g., financial, accounting, HR, ERP, CRM)  
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel, SharePoint and Teams and proficiency in Word and PowerPoint
• Able to identify and document requirements and communicate to internal stakeholders
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills  
• Ability to work independently, including prioritization, and knowledge of when to seek assistance in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Able to work onsite at Rockville MD location at least once per week
• Able to work in the United States without sponsorship for more than three years

To be successful at Ripple Effect, you must be able to pay attention to details, clearly communicate, work independently, and have an eagerness to learn. Learn more about what makes Ripple so great check out our capabilities  

Skills That Set You Apart 

• Prior experience working with data from financial ERP systems, especially JAMIS Prime
• Experience using Azure services (such as Azure Functions and/or Azure Logic Apps), Microsoft Dataverse, and/or Microsoft Graph
• Experience conducting ETL processes using SQL server or similar
• Experience with Power Platform governance and operational models
• Relevant Microsoft certifications

If you don’t have all of the skills above, don’t be discouraged—no resume paints a complete picture of a person. There’s a good chance you’re more wonderful than you think, so please apply! 

About Ripple Effect 

 Ripple Effect is an award-winning women-owned small business providing professional consulting and exceptional talent for federal, private, and non-profit clients. We deliver multi-disciplinary solutions across Communications & Outreach, Research & Evaluation, Program Management & Policy, Digital Transformation, and Technical & Scientific Support solutions with a focus on science, research, and healthcare domains. 

Hiring Process | Life at Ripple | DEIA 

Benefits

Ripple Effect rewards our employees for their contributions to our mission in many ways, from competitive pay and exceptional benefits to a range of work/life programs based on your employment classification and personalized preferences. 

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Ripple Effect is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, political affiliation, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know by contacting our HR department at HR@rippleeffect.com or your recruiter. Eligibility for employment will be verified using E-verify.