Microsoft Consultant

Role: Solution Engineer (Microsoft 365 / Azure)Location: Arlington VADuration: Full TimeKey ResponsibilitiesGather, analyze, and document business and technical requirements.Assist in designing scalable, secure, and compliant cloud solutions.Translate requirements into solution designs, implementation plans, and effort estimates.Develop, configure, and support cloud-based applications and services.Coordinate with technical teams and stakeholders throughout project delivery.Create and maintain technical documentation, standards, and knowledge-base articles.Contribute to reusable architectures, development standards, and governance practices.Mandatory Skills5+ years of experience in Software Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Microsoft 365, Azure, or related technologies.Strong communication and stakeholder interaction skills.Experience with one or more programming/scripting languages:TypeScript/JavaScriptPowerShellPythonC#JavaUnderstanding of web application architecture:Client-side & server-side developmentAPI integrationsAuthentication & authorizationAbility to design and support secure, scalable cloud solutions.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.Preferred SkillsAzure Services (Functions, Runbooks, Logic Apps, Web Apps, Entra ID).Microsoft 365 customization and automation:Power AppsPower AutomateCopilot AgentsSharePoint Online/SPFxPowerShell and Python automation.Experience integrating Azure, Microsoft 365, and Atlassian APIs.Knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD, governance, security, and compliance.Exposure to AI productivity tools such as GitHub Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, or Claude.Familiarity with Copilot Studio and custom agent development.Preferred CertificationsAzure: AZ-900, AZ-204Microsoft 365: MS-900Power Platform/Copilot: PL-900, PL-400, AB-900, AB-100