Development Lead - D365 F&O

Development Lead - D365 F&O

Location: prefer MN but open to Lenexa as a secondary option (Hybrid)

The Development Lead - Dynamics 365 F&O role will oversee the development and customization of Dynamics 365 platform. This role will lead a team of developers, collaborate with business and technical stakeholders, and ensure the successful delivery of scalable, efficient, and innovative solutions that support strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in Dynamics 365, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of delivering complex enterprise solutions.

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, customization, and implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) modules (Finance, Supply Chain, Sales, Customer Engagement, etc.)
• Manage a team of developers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure project success
• Collaborate with business analysts, architects, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical designs
• Develop and enforce best practices for coding, testing, deployment, and documentation of Dynamics 365 solutions
• Design and implement integrations between Dynamics 365 and external systems using APIs, middleware, and Azure services
• Monitor and optimize system performance, ensuring high availability and reliability of Dynamics 365 solutions
• Stay up-to-date on Dynamics 365 updates, tools, and industry trends, and recommend innovative solutions
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues while ensuring compliance with security and data governance policies
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams and integration workflows
• Work with EDI, BI, and Digital teams to build and maintain system integrations with D365
• Work the release management team members to plan releases and resolve merge conflicts

Position Requirements

Formal Education & Certification

• Four-year college diploma or university degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 development, including 3 years in a leadership role
• 7 years SQL Server experience
• Proven track record of delivering end-to-end Dynamics 365 solutions in a supply chain, manufacturing, or telecommunications environment is a plus
• In-depth knowledge of Dynamics 365 modules (Finance, Supply Chain, Sales, or Customer Engagement)
• Expertise in .NET, C#, JavaScript, SQL Server, and Azure services
• Strong experience with Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI)
• Proficiency in integrating Dynamics 365 with external systems using APIs, Logic Apps, and other tools
• Experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, source control, and automated testing
• Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple initiatives
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills

Preferred Skills

• Microsoft certifications in Dynamics 365 or Azure technologies
• Experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies
• Familiarity with AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics in the Dynamics 365 ecosystem.
• 6 years' experience with X
• Asynchronous Integrations between other systems and D365FO using Data Management Framework and flat files
• Data conversion scripts either in X or SQL Server to assist with the data upgrade

Personal Attributes

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills
• Strong customer-service orientation
• Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language
• Ability to conduct research into application issues and products
• Highly self-motivated and directed
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Work Conditions

• Occasional evening and weekend work to meet deadlines
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components
• Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as computers and peripherals of up to 25 lbs
• Physically able to participate in training sessions, presentations, and meetings
• Some travel may be required for the purpose of offsite software and system applications management

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