LPA is seeking a skilled and motivated Power Platform Developer to join our integrated team of architects, engineers, interior designers, landscape architects, and master planners. As a member of Inspire Design (ID), LPA’s unified technology team, you will play a firmwide role in advancing data-driven workflows and business systems that support our collaborative design process. Your work will have a direct impact across multiple disciplines and business functions, enabling innovative, efficient, and scalable solutions that support our mission to create sustainable environments with lasting environmental, economic, and social value.
Job Description ::
LPA’s technology team, Inspire Design, is a unified group that includes Design Technology (DT), Systems Technology (ST), Data and AI Technology (D+AI), Business Technology (BT), and Digital Product Development (Product). As part of the Business Technology team, the Power Platform Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining applications, automations, and data solutions that support firmwide business operations.
This role focuses on leveraging the Microsoft Power Platform and related technologies to enhance processes across business development, financial management, planning, human resources, client relations, and project information management. As part of a collaborative technology team, you will also contribute to cross-functional initiatives alongside DT, D+AI, ST, and Product to continually improve how the firm works and delivers projects.
Experience Required ::
2+ years of professional experience within the Power Platform ecosystem supporting, administering, and enhancing applications and processes.
PL-100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, and/ or 900 certification preferred
Experience working in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment
Responsibilities ::
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to translate business processes into scalable, efficient digital tools
Design, develop, and maintain solutions using Power Apps (Canvas and Modern), Power Automate, Power Pages, Dataverse, and Dynamics 365
Configure and extend Dynamics 365 Sales (CRM) and Project Operations to support business and project workflows
Support firmwide data initiatives, including proof-of-concept development and implementation of new tools
Administer and maintain applications to ensure usability, security, and compliance with firm standards
Manage software updates, troubleshoot issues, and enhance existing applications
Document systems, processes, and workflows using Azure DevOps, the company intranet, and business intelligence platforms
Provide training, guidance, and instructional materials to support user adoption and knowledge sharing
Requirements ::
Experience with the Microsoft Power Platform, Power BI, Dataverse, and Dynamics 365 ecosystems
Knowledge of Microsoft Fabric and enterprise data environments
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize and interpret data
Experience delivering training and instructional content to diverse audiences
Innovative problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset
Ability to travel occasionally, as needed
Additional Preferred Skills ::
SCRUM and Agile development methodologies
Understanding of object-oriented programming and full-stack development concepts
Experience with technologies such as Django, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Python, and PHP is highly valued
Understanding of UI/UX design principles
Knowledge of structured and unstructured databases
Experience in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry is a plus
LPA is an integrated design firm with offices in California and Texas, focused on creating forward-thinking, sustainable spaces that make a positive impact. We believe great design begins with great people, which is why we foster a supportive, collaborative environment where creativity, curiosity, and professional growth are encouraged. Our culture values diversity, promotes wellness, and supports a healthy work-life balance.
The hourly range for this internship is based on factors such as geographic location, skills, experience and education. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
LPA uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of new hires.
NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES AND RECRUITERS:
Please note that LPA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed contract, LPA will not agree to pay any recruiter fee. In the situation an agency or recruiter submits a candidate or resume without a previously signed agreement and/or without LPA’s request, LPA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of LPA.
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What We Do
Since LPA was founded in 1965, it's been our mission to deliver timeless, sustainable designs that benefit the environment, generate lasting value, enrich the human experience and ensure a better future. Through every partnership and project, our goal is to innovate, inspire and improve people's lives.
At LPA, we believe people are our most valuable asset. Influenced by a culture of creativity and collaboration, we are passionate about projects that change lives. Our work is shaped by talented designers who believe it's our responsibility to leave this world a better place than we found it.
We invite you to join our team and create a better future with us.
