D365 Solution Architect

Summary

Join Version 1 as a D365 Solutions Architect, leading the design, implementation, and maintenance of Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions. You will translate business needs into technical specifications, create comprehensive documentation, and ensure solutions are scalable and robust. Responsibilities include customizing D365 applications, designing integrations, conducting training, and identifying process improvements. You will provide technical leadership, conduct code reviews, and mentor junior developers. Direct customer liaison and management of solutions throughout the application lifecycle are also key aspects of this role. Version 1 offers a comprehensive benefits package prioritizing employee wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.

Requirements

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits
• Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme
• Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people’s individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance
• Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme
• Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more
• Generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies
• Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat
• Reward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards & ‘Call-Out’ platform
• Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes