Lead Power Platform Developer – Architect

Guidehouse

Lead Power Platform Architect role at Guidehouse, focusing on scalable Power Apps solutions with stakeholder collaboration and technical leadership responsibilities.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeMcLean • District of Columbia, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $216,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Guidehouse is looking for a highly skilled Power Platform Architect who can translate complex business requirements into scalable, high-performance Power Apps solutions.
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and develop technical solutions using the Power Platform.
Lead the design and architecture of Power Apps solutions, including canvas apps, model-driven apps, and custom connectors.
Define technical standards, best practices, and guidelines for Power Apps development within the organization.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of developers and Power Platform specialists.
Conduct architecture reviews, code reviews, and performance optimization for Power Apps solutions.
Design integrations between Power Apps, Microsoft 365 services, third-party applications, and data sources.
Oversee the implementation and deployment of Power Apps solutions while ensuring scalability, security, and maintainability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of solutions with overall business objectives and IT strategy.
Stay updated on the latest advancements in the Power Platform and evaluate their applicability to the organization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of SEVEN (7) years of experience as a Power Platform Architect or similar role
Minimum degree: US equivalent Bachelor's Degree
Selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance
Selected candidate must be able to work in a hybrid environment (up to 3x/week onsite)
Extensive expertise in Power Apps, Power Pages, Power Automate, Dataverse, Common Data Service (CDS), and other components of the Power Platform
In-depth understanding of Microsoft Azure services, SharePoint, Dynamics 365, and related technologies
Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and lead technical teams
Ability to translate business requirements into technical architecture and design documents
Experience with data modeling, security configurations, and performance tuning in Power Apps
Core Skills: C#, SQL, .Net, D365, CRM SDK, CRM Plugins, PowerApps, Power BI, & Power Automate (formally known as Flow)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend

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Hard Skills & Tools

Power AppsPower PagesPower AutomateDataverseCommon Data ServiceC#SQL.NetD365CRM SDKCRM Plugins

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationcollaborationmentorshiptechnical leadership

Certifications

Bachelor's DegreeSecret clearance