Dynamics 365 Solutions Architect - Hybrid

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Dynamics 365 Solutions Architect - Hybrid for a contract position with an Agricultural Cooperative located in Inver Grove Heights, MN. This is a 6+ month contract opportunity. Compensation: $122.00 - $125.00 per hour, W2, based on qualifications Position Overview: This role serves as the technical authority for leading the design, governance, architecture, and operational success of enterprise-scale Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions. The Solutions Architect will partner closely with business stakeholders, product owners, and technical teams to design scalable, secure, and supportable solutions that align with business objectives and technology standards. This position requires a strategic thinker who can balance long-term platform vision with day-to-day delivery execution while maintaining operational excellence across enterprise Dynamics environments. Key Responsibilities: Lead architecture, design, and implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions across multiple environments Lead technical proof-of-concept (POC) efforts to evaluate solution feasibility, validate architecture approaches, and inform implementation decisions Partner with the Technical Lead to transition approved POCs into scalable, supportable solution designs and implementation plans Collaborate with Product Owners to define solution strategy, contribute to the product roadmap, and identify future business and technical requirements Define and maintain overall Dynamics platform strategy, governance standards, and architectural roadmaps Design scalable and secure solutions utilizing Dynamics 365 Customer Service, Sales, Customer Insights Journeys, Dataverse, Power Automate, Power Apps, and related technologies Establish environment management strategies across Production, Sandbox, Development, and Test environments Partner with business and technical stakeholders to translate business requirements into solution architecture and technical designs Lead solution reviews, design sessions, technical workshops, and architecture governance activities Oversee solution deployment strategies and release management processes Design and support CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, and Power Platform Pipelines Define application lifecycle management (ALM) standards, deployment processes, and source control practices Architect integrations between Dynamics 365, Azure services, enterprise applications, APIs, and third-party systems Ensure platform security, compliance, scalability, reliability, and operational readiness Troubleshoot complex platform, integration, application, and performance issues Mentor developers, administrators, and technical team members on best practices and architectural standards Collaborate with Microsoft support and vendors on critical platform issues Support licensing optimization, capacity planning, monitoring, and cost management activities Maintain architecture documentation, standards, support procedures, and solution roadmaps Participate in operational support and production issue resolution as required Work within a hybrid schedule, including onsite presence approximately two days per week to support stakeholder collaboration, design workshops, and delivery activities Primary Requirements: 10+ years of experience designing and implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions 5+ years of experience serving as a Dynamics 365 Solution Architect or Lead Technical Architect Strong expertise with Dynamics 365 Customer Service, Dynamics 365 Sales, Customer Insights Journeys, Power Platform, and Dataverse Experience administering enterprise-scale Dynamics 365 and Power Platform environments Strong understanding of Dataverse architecture, security models, business rules, plugins, solutions, and environment strategy Hands-on experience creating or supporting CI/CD pipelines for Dynamics 365 and Power Platform deployments Experience with application lifecycle management (ALM) and release governance Strong experience integrating Dynamics 365 with Azure services, APIs, and third-party applications Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery environments Proven ability to lead technical design sessions and influence architecture decisions Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills Desired Skills: Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Solution Architect Expert Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert Experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Power Platform Pipelines, Power Platform CoE Toolkit, and Power BI Experience supporting large enterprise and highly complex environments Experience with customer engagement and contact center integrations (Five9, Microsoft Contact Center, or similar platforms) Familiarity with deployment automation tools Knowledge of enterprise governance frameworks and cloud security best practices Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average) Behavioral Health Platform Medical, Dental, Vision Health Savings Account Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401K Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois) For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all of our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.