About the position
Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to the One Energy Plaza headquarter located in Jackson, MI. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify). The Applications and Analytics team is at the heart of innovation, powering Michigan's future by crafting cutting-edge digital solutions that transform how our customers and communities experience energy. Guided by our Digital First strategy, we harness modern technical practices and agile methodologies to create intuitive, impactful software that drives measurable business value and enhances user experiences. Join a dynamic team where collaboration, creativity, and impact converge! We partner closely with business teams to uncover digital opportunities, prioritize high-impact outcomes, and deliver trustworthy, user-friendly technology. By embracing our CE Way principles—engaging on solutions, illuminating priorities, and minimizing waste—we build systems that are simple, helpful, and valuable. If you're passionate about innovation, community, and shaping a sustainable energy future, come grow with us at Consumers Energy!
Responsibilities
- In-depth knowledge of integrating Power Platform with other systems
- Strong understanding of the Power Platform solution deployment model
- Experience with common Power Platform data sources such as Dataverse and SharePoint lists
- Experience with Azure Integration Services such as Logic Apps and Azure Functions
- Familiar with Azure DevOps or other similar enterprise planning and delivery tools Microsoft C# & ASP.NET
- Ability to understand AI technologies (preferably Co-pilot) and integration with Dynamics
- Provide strategic guidance on improving quality throughout the software development lifecycle, implementing new best practices
- Define and maintain the vision for integrated solutions that optimize performance, scalability, security, and maintainability
- Drive the technical direction for integrated solutions, ensuring teams understand and implement best practices
- Collaborate with developers in an Agile environment, applying clean coding principles
- Apply advanced architectural principles to design and evolve system structures
- Provide direct technical velocity where necessary, contributing hands-on expertise to critical projects
- Conduct paired coding, mentoring, and interviewing to support talent development and growth
- Actively mentor and coach engineers in clean coding techniques, Agile methodologies, and software craftsmanship
- Represent the company in industry forums and conferences, contributing thought leadership to the broader tech community
- Lead innovative initiatives and explore emerging technologies to enhance software solutions
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer, Engineering, or related degree and 7+ years of relevant coding experience
- Associate's degree in Computer, Engineering, or related degree and 9+ years of relevant coding experience
- High school diploma and 11+ years of relevant coding experience
- 5+ years of experience working with Dynamics 365 Sales and Power Platform
- Experience supporting and enhancing existing Dynamics 365 CRM solutions
Nice-to-haves
- Strong knowledge of Dataverse, Power Automate, and model-driven app development
- Experience designing and configuring security roles and access controls in Dynamics 365
- Proven ability to architect, develop, and support enterprise-grade CRM solutions
- Proven expertise in C# and .NET (Core, .NET 5)
- Proven expertise in front-end languages/frameworks (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Next.js)
- Developed and managed full API lifecycle (design to retirement) strategy and implementation
- Skilled with testing tools (e.g., Bruno, Postman, Blazemeter, Jmeter, Certify)
- Managed complex Azure compute, networking, and storage solutions
- Led Generative AI strategy and implementation including governance and compliance plans
- Proven expertise in Azure DevOps, CLI, PowerShell, and CI/CD
- Collaborated or led enterprise-wide cloud initiatives
- Proven expertise in Python and experience with machine learning frameworks
- Implemented governance and monitoring strategies for large programs
Benefits
- Competitive compensation packages
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- 401k with company match
- Paid parental leave
- Up to 13 paid Holidays
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance Program
