Business Applications Developer

This is a hands-on technical development role focused on turning business challenges into scalable, automated, and data-driven systems.

You’ll work extensively with:

* Microsoft Power BI
* Power Automate
* Power Apps
* Microsoft Azure
* Dataverse
* REST APIs & Webhooks
* JavaScript / TypeScript

If you enjoy combining automation, analytics, application development, and systems integration, this role is a strong fit.

What You’ll Own

Business Applications & Automation

Design and develop solutions across the Microsoft Power Platform.

You’ll:

* Build Power BI dashboards, reports, and data models
* Develop advanced Power Automate workflows
* Create applications using Power Apps
* Build both Canvas and Model-Driven applications
* Implement Dataverse-based solutions
* Explore and implement Copilot Studio / AI agents
* Automate workflows across operations, HR, and internal business systems
* Replace repetitive manual processes with scalable automation

Power BI & Data Analytics

Build reliable reporting and analytics systems that provide stakeholders with actionable business insights.

You’ll work with:

* DAX
* Data modeling
* Dashboard development
* Data transformation
* Reporting workflows
* KPI visualization

You’ll ensure dashboards are accurate, scalable, and easy for stakeholders to use.

Integrations & Azure Development

Build integrations between Microsoft applications, internal systems, and third-party platforms.

Develop solutions using:

* Azure Functions
* REST APIs
* Webhooks
* Custom connectors

You’ll:

* Connect applications and data sources
* Develop API-based integrations
* Troubleshoot integration failures
* Improve reliability and performance
* Create scalable integration architecture

Microsoft Teams Applications

Build solutions within the Microsoft Teams ecosystem, including:

* Bots
* Adaptive Cards
* Notifications
* Workflow integrations
* Internal business applications

Help teams access important workflows, data, and automation directly within their existing collaboration environment.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Requirements

Work directly with technical and non-technical stakeholders to understand business requirements.

You’ll:

* Gather and clarify requirements
* Identify opportunities for automation
* Translate business problems into technical solutions
* Recommend appropriate Microsoft technologies
* Communicate technical concepts clearly
* Iterate based on stakeholder feedback and usage

Documentation & Maintainability

Maintain clear technical documentation covering:

* Workflows
* Data models
* Integrations
* Application logic
* APIs
* Automation processes
* System configurations

Build solutions that are organized, maintainable, and scalable as business requirements evolve.

Security, Governance & Reliability

Apply appropriate security and data governance practices across applications and integrations.

You’ll focus on:

* Error handling
* Monitoring
* Performance optimization
* Access controls
* Data governance
* Application reliability
* Troubleshooting and issue resolution

What Makes You a Strong Fit

You:

* Think in systems, workflows, and scalable solutions
* Enjoy solving complex operational problems with technology
* Are equally comfortable with data, automation, and application development
* Can independently troubleshoot technical issues
* Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
* Care about clean, maintainable solutions rather than quick fixes
* Work effectively with distributed teams in a remote environment

Required Experience & Skills

* 2–4 years of experience working with Microsoft technologies
* Strong hands-on experience with Power BI, including:
* DAX
* Data modeling
* Dashboard development
* Reporting

* Advanced experience with Power Automate
* Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including Azure Functions
* Proficiency with:
* JavaScript
* TypeScript

* Strong understanding of:
* REST APIs
* Webhooks
* System integrations

* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
* Ability to work independently during EST-aligned business hours

Nice to Have

Experience with advanced Power BI functionality, including:

* Row-Level Security (RLS)
* Incremental Refresh
* Embedded Analytics

Experience with:

* Power Apps — Canvas & Model-Driven
* Dataverse
* Microsoft Teams app development
* Copilot Studio
* AI agents
* Custom connectors
* Azure DevOps
* CI/CD
* SQL
* Data warehousing

Tools & Technologies

* Microsoft Power BI
* Microsoft Power Apps
* Microsoft Power Automate
* Microsoft Azure
* Azure Functions
* Microsoft Dataverse
* Microsoft Teams
* Copilot Studio
* JavaScript / TypeScript
* REST APIs
* Webhooks
* SQL
* Azure DevOps

What a Typical Day Looks Like

You might:

* Review stakeholder requirements and prioritize development work
* Build or improve Power BI dashboards
* Create Power Automate workflows
* Develop Power Apps solutions
* Build Azure Functions or API integrations
* Troubleshoot failed workflows and integration issues
* Collaborate with stakeholders on new automation opportunities
* Test and deploy application updates
* Document workflows, integrations, and data models
* Optimize existing applications for performance and usability

In short: You build the applications, integrations, dashboards, and automation systems that make business operations smarter, faster, and more scalable.

Key Metrics for Success

* Successful delivery of business applications and automation solutions
* Reduction in manual operational processes
* Reliability of workflows and integrations
* Power BI dashboard accuracy and adoption
* Application performance and scalability
* Stakeholder adoption and satisfaction
* Quality of technical documentation
* Reduced errors and operational inefficiencies

Why This Role Stands Out

* Hands-on ownership across the Microsoft technology ecosystem
* Build applications that directly improve business operations
* Work across automation, analytics, AI, and application development
* Exposure to modern Azure and Power Platform technologies
* High autonomy and technical ownership
* Fully remote environment
* Opportunity to grow into:
* Senior Power Platform Developer
* Business Applications Engineer
* Solutions Architect
* Power Platform Architect
* Automation Lead

Interview Process

1. Initial Phone Screen
2. Spark Hire Intro Video
3. Technical Interview
4. Technical Assessment / Case Discussion
5. Final Interview
6. Offer & Background Verification

Apply Now

If you:

* Have strong Power BI and Power Automate experience
* Understand Azure, APIs, and systems integrations
* Enjoy building scalable business applications
* Think in automation and process improvement
* Can turn business requirements into reliable technical solutions

This is a strong opportunity to build high-impact applications and automation systems across the Microsoft Power Platform ecosystem.

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