An excellent opportunity for Microsoft Power Platform - Automation Architect to be part of Cognizant's Intelligent Process Automation practice, It combines advisory services with deep vendor partnerships and integrated solutions to create and execute strategic roadmaps. Key Responsibilities: · Define architecture models based on the overall organizations' business and technology vision · Own architectural decisions (in line with IT organization's practices) including security management, infrastructure, application layer interfacing approach, solution performance standards · Lead the identification and evaluation of alternative solutions · Guide teams in identifying technical risk early in the process · Guide the team in finding opportunities to reuse organization level technical assets (e.g., existing API) · Ensure team defines non-functional requirements in line with the organizations standards and guidelines · Ensure the team leverages engineering best practices including continuous integration, automated deployment etc. where applicable · Conceptualize and develop relevant use cases for client engagements: proof-of-concepts (POC), proof-of-value (POV), proof-of-technology (POT), and production deployments · Define standards and guidelines and drive technology best practices · Lead the design and architecture of robust end to end solutions with a focus on automation and integration. · Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their processes and translate business requirements into technical solutions. · Ensure the integration and optimization of M365 (MSPP, SharePoint), D365 with other technologies across the organization. · Oversee the implementation process, including solution proposal, requirements gathering, fit-gap analysis, and deployment. · Provide guidance and mentorship to the development team during the build and test phases. · Work closely with the deployment team to ensure a smooth transition from development to production. · Maintain a security focus throughout the solution lifecycle. · R&D skills and ability to analyze and find the solution based on best practices. · Mentor colleagues through the RPA training and accreditation program - providing advice and guidance on best practice and development techniques. Key Skills and Experience: · Experience building PowerApps - Model (Data Verse) App Solutions, Canvas Apps, common Data Service or Dataverse, Power Automate Cloud Flow, Power Automate Desktop with RPA background, Portal with Dynamics 365 CRM · Deep understanding of automation and Microsoft Power Platform. · Hands-on experience on at least one of the programming languages (e.g. .Net, Java, VB, C#/C, HTML/CSS, Python, Web Services, mainframe, web applications, SQL, data integration tools, technical automation tools) · Must have experience as a technology architect · Must have experience as an architect for Uipath/Automation Anywhere/Blueprism and have successfully lead large RPA implementation programs (at least 10 Plus Processes automated) · Experience of working within an agile, continuous integration environment · Familiarity with CI/CD processes using Azure Pipelines and GitHub Actions. · Experience with cloud technologies. · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. · Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. · Certifications in Power Automate, Power Pages, D365 solution architecture. · Experience in the industry relevant to our business. · Knowledge of related third-party solutions and integrations. · Must have experience working in Public sector in UK&I