Senior Technical Specialist - Python with Power Platform

Location: Remote

Experience Level: 10 Years

Education: Any Degree

Skills & Experience:

• Strong proficiency in Python (core concepts, data structures, OOP, error handling)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Power Platform
• Proven track record of developing enterprise-grade cloud solutions
• Experience in serverless architecture, event-driven workflows, and API integration
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and cloud-native architecture

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of: Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse, and Power Fx formula language
• Proficiency in designing user interfaces and implementing responsive layouts
• Familiarity with custom connectors, integration strategies, Azure Key Vault, and Azure Service Principal Names (SPN)
• Understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) for customizations (a plus)
• Strong Python development skills, especially in serverless architectures
• Experience with Microsoft 365 integration, APIs, and workflow automation
• Knowledge of Azure services (Storage, Cosmos DB, Service Bus, Functions)
• CI/CD and Git-based source control experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain serverless applications using Azure Functions for scalable backend services and event-driven workflows within Microsoft 365 solutions.
• Implement secure and efficient APIs using Azure Functions (HTTP, Queue, Timer, and Event Grid triggers) to process business logic and integrate with enterprise systems.
• Develop backend services using Python within Azure Functions to support Microsoft 365 applications, including SharePoint and Teams integrations.
• Integrate Azure Functions with Microsoft Graph API and SharePoint REST APIs to automate workflows and access Microsoft 365 data.
• Build and maintain serverless integrations with Azure services such as: Azure Storage (Blob/Table/Queue), Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Service Bus, and Azure Key Vault.
• Implement secure authentication and authorization using Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) and managed identities for service-to-service communication.
• Use Git-based source control and implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar tools.
• Monitor and optimize serverless applications using Azure Application Insights, Log Analytics, and Azure Monitor.
• Develop AI-enabled services and automation workflows leveraging Azure OpenAI, Azure AI services, or Copilot extensibility through Azure Functions.
• Ensure solutions follow secure coding standards, scalability best practices, and cloud-native architecture patterns aligned with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 guidelines.

Preferred / Desirable Experience (Nice to Have):

• Exposure to AI-enabled services or Azure OpenAI
• Experience in Teams and SharePoint integrations
• Familiarity with Microsoft Graph API and workflow automation

Certifications:

• PCAP – Certified Associate in Python Programming
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate (AZ-204)