Senior Microsoft Dynamics 365 Developer

Company Description

Version 1 has celebrated over 26 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We’re also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1. 

We’ve been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023. 

As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We’re focused on our core values; using these we’ve seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally. 

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Microsoft Dynamics 365 Managed Service Consultant to join our team. This is a great opportunity for you to grow your career! You’ll be responsible for business development, solution design/development, and contributing to the continued growth of our Microsoft capability. The successful candidate will deliver business solutions on Dynamics and the Power Platform for mid to enterprise-level organizations, across multiple sectors, gaining a valuable breadth of experience along the way.

Key Responsibilities:

Solution Development:

• Design, develop, and implement custom solutions within the Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform.
• Customize Dynamics 365 applications to meet specific business requirements.
• Integrate Dynamics 365 with other systems and applications.
• Participate in the planning, design, delivery, and support of Dynamics solutions, either through development or utilizing out-of-the-box Dynamics features.

Service Delivery:

• Provide ongoing support and maintenance for Dynamics 365 solutions, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Dynamics 365 applications.
• Monitor system performance and implement improvements as needed.
• Plan for upgrades and migrations, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption.

Client Interaction:

• Work closely with clients to gather requirements and provide tailored solutions.
• Conduct training sessions and provide documentation to ensure clients can effectively use Dynamics 365 solutions.
• Offer expert advice and best practices to clients on how to leverage Dynamics 365 to achieve their business goals.
• Consult, develop, and support all aspects of product support, development, demonstrations, analysis, and implementation.

Collaboration and Teamwork:

• Collaborate with other developers, business analysts, and project managers to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Mentor junior developers and support their professional growth.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated with the latest features and updates in Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Continuously improve development processes and methodologies.
• Contribute to the development of best practices and standards for Dynamics 365 development.

Business Development:

• Contribute to the growth of our Microsoft capability by identifying new business opportunities and developing solutions that meet client needs.

Skills and Competencies:

• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and related technologies.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to mentor and develop team members.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Creativity and customer focus to assist in supporting our customers and developing solutions ensuring they get the best out of their Microsoft Dynamics implementation.

Qualifications

• The applicant will require a minimum of 5 to 7 years’ experience in a similar role
• Good knowledge of the MS Dynamics platform and core technologies (Dynamics 365/CRM).
• Clear knowledge of the Microsoft stack such as .NET, JavaScript, ASP.NET, MVC, C# .NET for Plugins and custom workflows, and integrations using .NET.
• Power Platform experience is preferred.
• Client-facing experience.
• D365 Customer Service (CS) experience.
• Experience working in a managed services environment.
• Some experience in an applications management, support, or development role.
• ITIL Foundation qualification preferred.
• Good working knowledge of service management, working to SLAs, and/or experience of working in an ITIL environment.

Additional Information

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. 

One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology. 

We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat. 

Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.