Automation Architect, Power Platform

Job description

As an Automation Architect at Stryker, you will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of automation solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation across the organization. This strategic technical role requires expertise in Microsoft Power Platform (including Power Automate, Power Apps, and Power BI) to develop scalable, robust solutions that streamline business processes. You will also manage comprehensive automation strategies, ensure governance, and provide technical leadership and mentorship within the automation domain to support and drive organizational goals.

What you will do:

• Strategic Leadership: Oversee the organization-wide automation strategy to ensure solutions are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with business objectives.

• Governance and Compliance: Establish and lead governance for the Power Platform, setting best practices and policies focused on security and compliance. Ensure all initiatives meet both internal standards and external regulatory requirements.

• Solution Architecture: Design and implement stable, scalable, and secure automation solutions using the Power Platform. Proactively address architectural deficiencies to enhance platform robustness.

• Development and Implementation: Develop, test, and implement automation solutions using Microsoft Power Platform, adhering to software development lifecycle best practices.

• Quality Assurance, Security, and Testing: Conduct comprehensive testing and risk management to ensure functional integrity and data security.

• Documentation and Change Management: Create and update critical governance documents, standards, and procedures for using the Power Platform. Manage documentation effectively to facilitate minimal disruption and enhance team capabilities.

• Auditing and Continuous Improvement: Conduct regular audits and continuous monitoring of automation solutions, enhancing them based on performance data and user feedback to ensure compliance, efficiency, and error-free operation.

• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: Act as the primary liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, managing communications and stakeholder interactions.

• Professional Development and Innovation: Stay up to date with the latest developments and features of the Power Platform and recommend improvements to existing solutions.

What you need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• +8 years of experience in designing, implementing, maintaining, and enhancing automation solutions with platforms like Microsoft Power Platform, coupled with a strong foundation in software development and programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, .NET, C#.

• At least 2 years of experience in automation architecture, specifically with a demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Power Platform.

• Fluent in spoken and written English. Any other language is a plus.

• Certifications in Microsoft Power Platform or similar technologies are highly regarded.

• Strong understanding of governance, compliance, and security best practices for the Power Platform.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

• Demonstrated ability in agile environments to translate business requirements into functional specifications, leading to efficient and effective implementation of automation projects throughout the software development life cycle.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills, enabling effective stakeholder engagement, problem decomposition, and code analysis to deliver creative automation solutions.

• Ability to learn new automation tools and technologies quickly and adapt to changing requirements and environments.