Version 1 has celebrated over 26 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We’re also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1.
We’ve been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023.
As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We’re focused on our core values; using these we’ve seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled D365 Solutions Architect who will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining solutions based on Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
* Lead the planning, design, estimation, development and implementation of Dynamics solutions based on established patterns and best practices, working with the development teams as well as directly with customers.
* Translate business needs into technical specifications.
* Create comprehensive documentation for solutions, including architecture diagrams, high level and detailed design documents, configuration and user guides.
* Ensure solutions are scalable, robust, and maintainable.
* Customise D365 applications using out-of-the-box features, custom plugins, workflows, and scripts.
* Design and implement integrations with other systems and applications.
* Conduct training sessions and workshops for end-users and technical staff.
* Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement enhancements to maximize system efficiency.
* Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams.
* Conduct code reviews and ensure best practices are followed.
* Mentor and train junior developers and team members.
* Continue to develop product and technology knowledge in order the deliver the best solutions for the customer.
* Liaise directly with customers to gather/refine requirements.
* Management of solutions through the application lifecycle.
Qualifications
Essential
* Demonstrated architecture experience leading development of solutions using the Microsoft Dynamics platform and core technologies and associated ALM strategies
* Experience delivering Dynamics integrations with APIs or third-party solutions
* Demonstrated experience of leading Dynamics migrations and upgrades
* Demonstrated knowledge of the Microsoft stack (.NET, JavaScript, ASP.NET, MVC, C# .Net for Plugins and custom workflows, Integrations using .NET)
* Experience with Dynamics 365 workflows (internal and Power Automate)
* Strong understanding of Microsoft SQL Server and SSIS and/or KingswaySoft
* Experience developing solutions using Dynamics 365 CE applications (Sales, Customer Service, Customer Insights)
* Experience working with testing strategies and tools for Dynamics solutions
* Ability to demonstrate experience with Non-Functional Requirements
* Excellent customer service and communication skills
* Experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering enterprise scale solutions
* Experience with Agile methodologies and working in DevOps teams
* Eligibility for SC clearance or already Security cleared, this requires a minimum of 5 years address history in the UK
Desirable
* Experience with Power Platform (Power Apps (Canvas and Model Driven), Power Pages, Power Virtual Agents, Power BI)
* Experience in delivering implementations through Success by Design
* Experience with the wider Microsoft 365 platform including SharePoint and Teams
* Experience integrating Dynamics solutions with APIs or third-party solutions
* Experience with Azure DevOps for CI/CD and backlog/progress tracking
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
* Experience with Microsoft Azure PaaS/Azure Integration Services
* Experience of additional Dynamics modules (Field Service, Project Automation, IOM)
* Microsoft Certifications (MB-910, MB-200, MB-210, MB-230, MB-240, and/or PL-900, PL-100, PL-200, PL-400, PL-600, PL-7000 series, AZ-900)
Additional Information
At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability.
One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology.
We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.
Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.