Junior Power Platform Specialist

As a Junior Power Platform Specialist at LeoTech, your core responsibilities will include building low-code/no-code solutions using Microsoft Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI. You'll design and implement automated solutions that enhance efficiency, develop Canvas and Model-Driven Power Apps for business process automation, create workflows, and support Power BI dashboard development to provide actionable insights, all while collaborating closely with business analysts and senior developers.

To qualify for the Junior Power Platform Specialist position at LeoTech, you should possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Microsoft certifications such as PL-100 or PL-900 are preferred, along with 0-2 years of Power Platform development experience. Familiarity with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Dataverse, or SQL databases is also valuable, along with basic knowledge of Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI.

At LeoTech, a Junior Power Platform Specialist can expect a dynamic and fast-paced work environment with a strong emphasis on teamwork and collaboration. You’ll be surrounded by talented co-workers who value innovation and problem-solving. We foster a continuous learning culture where you can engage with people of different technical levels, receive constructive feedback for growth, and enjoy a supportive atmosphere that encourages creativity and initiative.

As a Junior Power Platform Specialist at LeoTech, you'll engage in various projects that focus on digital transformation through low-code/no-code solutions. Your work will involve developing automated solutions, integrating systems using Power Platform tools, and prioritizing efficiency and decision-making across the organization. The projects will allow you to apply your skills in real-world scenarios, all while contributing to the mission of enhancing public safety.

Junior Power Platform Specialists at LeoTech enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive salary of $65,000 per year, three weeks of paid vacation, and generous medical, dental, and vision plans. We also offer sick and paid holidays, creating a supportive work-life balance, while providing an environment that values diversity and inclusion.

When answering this question, highlight any relevant projects or practical experience you've had using Power Apps. Discuss specific applications you've built, whether they were for personal use, academic projects, or previous internships. Make sure to emphasize your problem-solving approach during development and how you've utilized Power Apps to enhance business processes.

To effectively answer this, provide a step-by-step overview of your workflow design process. Explain how you analyze business requirements, map out the workflow, and identify triggers and actions. Be sure to mention how you test and optimize the workflows based on feedback and performance metrics to ensure they operate efficiently in real scenarios.

In responding to this question, explain your understanding of how Dataverse serves as a data platform that integrates various data sources for Power Apps and Power Automate. Discuss its benefits, including the ability to centralize data relationships, create custom entities, and the importance of maintaining data integrity during integrations.

Share your experience with Power BI by discussing specific instances where you've created reports or dashboards. Describe the visualization techniques you've used and how you've approached the selection of key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure stakeholders can gain actionable insights quickly and effectively.

To answer this question effectively, talk about your habit of following Microsoft’s official blog, participating in webinars, or joining relevant online communities. Discuss how staying informed about new capabilities helps you leverage Power Platform to solve complex problems and improve business processes.

Choose a specific example and walk the interviewer through the problem, your thought process, and the steps you took to resolve the issue. Highlight your analytical and critical thinking skills, and explain the positive outcome of your solution, reinforcing your suitability for the Junior Power Platform Specialist role.

When discussing your troubleshooting approaches, emphasize your systematic methods that include analyzing error logs, leveraging diagnostics tools, engaging in peer reviews for additional perspectives, and documenting issues for better future reference. This shows your proactive mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.

Discuss your organizational strategies, such as using project management tools or techniques like the Eisenhower Matrix to prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance. Explain how effective time management enables you to handle concurrent projects while maintaining a keen focus on quality and detail.

This is a chance to demonstrate your openness to learning. Explain that you view constructive feedback as an opportunity for growth. Describe how you actively listen, assess the suggestions, and implement actionable changes to improve your work and enhance your contributions to the team.

In your response, reflect on your knowledge about Microsoft certifications like PL-100 and PL-900. Discuss their significance for demonstrating competency in Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI, and share any certifications or plans you have for pursuing them to affirm your commitment to professional development in the Power Platform domain.