Power Platform Application/ Software Architect
Job Title: Power Platform Architect
Location: Ottawa, Ontario (Hybrid – 2 days per week on-site)
Language: English required (strong written and verbal communication)
Duration: Contract (varying durations)
Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain Government of Canada Reliability Status
Compensation: TBD
About the Opportunity
This role is posted for proactive sourcing purposes only. Compensation and contract specifics will be confirmed once client requirements are finalized. We are actively building a pipeline of experienced Power Platform Architects for upcoming public sector initiatives.
As demand arises, you may be called upon to support large-scale digital transformation initiatives focused on modernizing enterprise business applications. You’ll play a key role in shaping solution architecture, guiding delivery teams, and ensuring Power Platform solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with enterprise and government standards.
What’s in It for You
You’ll join a collaborative, people-first consulting environment that values innovation, partnership, and continuous learning. This work offers exposure to enterprise-level platforms, impactful public sector projects, and the opportunity to influence long-term architecture decisions. You’ll collaborate with senior technical leaders and business stakeholders while contributing to solutions that directly support improved service delivery for Canadians.
Your Responsibilities
Lead the architecture and design of Microsoft Power Platform solutions, such as Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Pages, Dataverse, and integrations with Dynamics 365 and Azure services.
Translate complex business requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable solution architectures.
Define application, data, integration, and security architectures aligned with enterprise and Government of Canada standards.
Provide architectural governance, design reviews, and technical guidance to development teams.
Design integration patterns using APIs, Azure services, and cloud-native approaches.
Support cloud adoption, data migration strategies, and modernization of legacy or on-premises solutions.
Contribute to delivery planning, effort estimation, and risk identification.
Produce clear architectural documentation and support knowledge transfer to internal teams and stakeholders.
Act as a trusted advisor to both technical and business partners throughout the project lifecycle.
Skills and Qualifications
7+ years of experience in enterprise application delivery, with strong hands-on and architectural experience in Microsoft Power Platform.
Solid understanding of Azure services, integration patterns, security models, and identity management.
Experience conducting fit-gap analysis and defining architectural roadmaps.
Familiarity with agile delivery methodologies and cloud-first architectures.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical audiences.
Public sector or regulated-environment experience is an asset.
Why Partner with Altis
If you’ve never responded to a Government of Canada request, you’re in good hands with Altis. With 35+ years of experience staffing federal projects, we understand procurement processes, hold multiple standing offers, and know how to position candidates competitively. We’ll guide you through every step—gathering required information, presenting your experience accurately, and ensuring the process feels transparent, supportive, and personal.
We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.
