Business Applications Developer (Microsoft Power Platform & Business Intelligence) – Remote
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: EST-Aligned U.S. Business Hours
About the Role
At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a Business Applications Developer to design, build, and maintain business applications, automation workflows, and business intelligence solutions using the Microsoft 365 and Power Platform ecosystem.
This is a hands-on development role where you’ll transform manual business processes into scalable digital solutions through automation, reporting, and system integrations. You’ll work closely with business stakeholders to build applications, dashboards, and workflows that improve operational efficiency and provide actionable business insights.
If you enjoy solving business challenges through automation, building intelligent workflows, and leveraging modern Microsoft technologies, this role is an excellent fit.
What You’ll Own
Power BI & Business Intelligence
- Design and develop interactive Power BI dashboards and reports.
- Build scalable data models using:
- Translate business data into meaningful operational insights.
- Optimize dashboard performance, usability, and reporting accuracy.
- Support executive and operational reporting initiatives.
Power Platform Development
- Develop automated workflows using Power Automate.
- Build internal business applications with Power Apps.
- Create approval workflows, automation processes, and custom connectors.
- Design scalable solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Continuously improve and maintain existing Power Platform applications.
Azure & Systems Integration
- Build integrations using:
- Azure Functions
- REST APIs
- Webhooks
- Custom services
- Connect Microsoft 365 applications with third-party platforms.
- Develop secure and reliable automation pipelines.
- Troubleshoot integration and workflow issues.
Microsoft Teams & AI Solutions
- Develop Microsoft Teams applications and integrations.
- Build bots and adaptive cards.
- Work with Microsoft Copilot Studio to create AI-powered workflows and agents.
- Enhance collaboration across the Microsoft ecosystem.
Security, Governance & Optimization
- Follow Microsoft security and governance best practices.
- Ensure applications remain secure, scalable, and reliable.
- Monitor workflow performance and optimize automation efficiency.
- Support compliance and access management requirements.
Collaboration & Documentation
- Gather business requirements from stakeholders.
- Translate operational needs into technical solutions.
- Maintain technical documentation and workflow diagrams.
- Provide user training and ongoing support when needed.
What Makes You a Strong Fit
- Analytical problem-solver with a passion for automation.
- Comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
- Strong communicator who can collaborate with both technical and business stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on scalability, usability, and performance.
- Passionate about Microsoft technologies, automation, and business intelligence.
Required Experience & Skills
Experience
- 2–4 years of experience developing solutions using Microsoft technologies.
Technical Skills
- Strong Power BI experience, including:
- DAX
- Power Query
- Data modeling
- Dashboard development
- Advanced Power Automate experience, including complex workflows and custom connectors.
- Hands-on experience with Azure services and Azure Functions.
- Strong JavaScript and/or TypeScript skills.
- Experience with:
- REST APIs
- Webhooks
- Third-party integrations
- Strong understanding of:
- Microsoft 365
- SharePoint development
- Business intelligence concepts
Nice-to-Have
- Experience building enterprise automation solutions.
- Familiarity with:
- Microsoft Copilot Studio
- Dataverse
- SharePoint Lists
- Microsoft Graph API
- Knowledge of Microsoft governance, compliance, and security.
- Experience automating workflows across:
What a Typical Day Looks Like
- Build and optimize Power BI dashboards.
- Develop and troubleshoot Power Automate workflows.
- Create internal applications using Power Apps.
- Develop Azure integrations and APIs.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to improve operational processes.
- Maintain technical documentation and optimize existing solutions.
In short: You build intelligent business applications, automate operational workflows, and deliver reporting solutions that help teams work more efficiently and make better decisions.
Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)
- Number of business processes successfully automated.
- Workflow reliability and uptime.
- Dashboard adoption and reporting accuracy.
- Reduction in manual operational effort.
- Stakeholder satisfaction with automation solutions.
- Application performance, scalability, and maintainability.
Why Join Us?
- Fully remote position aligned with EST business hours.
- Work with modern Microsoft technologies including:
- Power BI
- Power Apps
- Power Automate
- Azure
- Microsoft 365
- Copilot Studio
- Build high-impact automation and business intelligence solutions.
- Collaborate directly with business stakeholders and leadership.
- Career growth opportunities into:
- Senior Business Applications Developer
- Power Platform Architect
- Solutions Architect
- Enterprise Automation Lead
- Business Intelligence Manager
Interview Process
- Initial Phone Screen
- Spark Hire Intro Video (3–5 minutes)
- Recruiter Interview
- Technical Assessment or Workflow Exercise
- Client Interview
- Offer & Onboarding
What Happens After You Apply
Right after you apply, you’ll receive an email invitation from Spark Hire to record your Intro Video. This short, self-recorded video is the next step that completes your application and can be recorded whenever it’s convenient for you.
Instead of repeating yourself across multiple screening calls, you’ll introduce yourself once, and your video will be shared with the hiring team. This helps the hiring team evaluate your communication style early, making future interviews more meaningful while reducing unnecessary interview rounds.
Don’t overthink it—you can record your video as many times as you’d like before submitting it. Only your final submission will be reviewed.
Please keep an eye on both your inbox and spam folder for your Spark Hire invitation after submitting your application.
Apply Now
If you’re passionate about building business applications, automating workflows, creating impactful Power BI dashboards, and leveraging the Microsoft ecosystem to solve real business problems, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help drive operational efficiency through intelligent automation and business intelligence.
