Platform Developer Jobs in California

INTRODUCTION

LPA is seeking a skilled and motivated Power Platform Developer to join our integrated team of architects, engineers, interior designers, landscape architects, and master planners. As a member of Inspire Design (ID), LPA’s unified technology team, you will play a firmwide role in advancing data-driven workflows and business systems that support our collaborative design process. Your work will have a direct impact across multiple disciplines and business functions, enabling innovative, efficient, and scalable solutions that support our mission to create sustainable environments with lasting environmental, economic, and social value.

ABOUT THE ROLE

LPA’s technology team, Inspire Design, is a unified group that includes Design Technology (DT), Systems Technology (ST), Data and AI Technology (D+AI), Business Technology (BT), and Digital Product Development (Product). As part of the Business Technology team, the Power Platform Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining applications, automations, and data solutions that support firmwide business operations. This role focuses on leveraging the Microsoft Power Platform and related technologies to enhance processes across business development, financial management, planning, human resources, client relations, and project information management. As part of a collaborative technology team, you will also contribute to cross-functional initiatives alongside DT, D+AI, ST, and Product to continually improve how the firm works and delivers projects.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

- 2+ years of professional experience within the Power Platform ecosystem supporting, administering, and enhancing applications and processes.
- PL-100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, and/or 900 certification preferred
- Experience working in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment

Responsibilities

- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to translate business processes into scalable, efficient digital tools
- Design, develop, and maintain solutions using Power Apps (Canvas and Modern), Power Automate, Power Pages, Dataverse, and Dynamics 365
- Configure and extend Dynamics 365 Sales (CRM) and Project Operations to support business and project workflows
- Support firmwide data initiatives, including proof-of-concept development and implementation of new tools
- Administer and maintain applications to ensure usability, security, and compliance with firm standards
- Manage software updates, troubleshoot issues, and enhance existing applications
- Document systems, processes, and workflows using Azure DevOps, the company intranet, and business intelligence platforms
- Provide training, guidance, and instructional materials to support user adoption and knowledge sharing

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience with the Microsoft Power Platform, Power BI, Dataverse, and Dynamics 365 ecosystems
- Knowledge of Microsoft Fabric and enterprise data environments
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
- Analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize and interpret data
- Experience delivering training and instructional content to diverse audiences
- Innovative problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to travel occasionally, as needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- SCRUM and Agile development methodologies
- Understanding of object-oriented programming and full-stack development concepts
- Experience with technologies such as Django, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Python, and PHP is highly valued
- Understanding of UI/UX design principles
- Knowledge of structured and unstructured databases
- Experience in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry is a plus

COMPENSATION RANGE

- Compensation Range: $85K - $130K

LPA is an integrated design firm with offices in California and Texas, focused on creating forward-thinking, sustainable spaces that make a positive impact. We believe great design begins with great people, which is why we foster a supportive, collaborative environment where creativity, curiosity, and professional growth are encouraged. Our culture values diversity, promotes wellness, and supports a healthy work-life balance.

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NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES AND RECRUITERS

Please note that LPA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed contract, LPA will not agree to pay any recruiter fee. In the situation an agency or recruiter submits a candidate or resume without a previously signed agreement and/or without LPA’s request, LPA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of LPA.