What You Will Do
This role will lead the end‑to‑end design, development, and delivery of scalable enterprise solutions across Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement and Finance & Operations. Responsibilities span multiple apps in CE, including Sales, Marketing, Customer services & Field services. The Solution Architect will be accountable for designing, building, and implementing complex solutions that integrate seamlessly across these Dynamics 365 applications like D365 F&O, ensuring scalability, performance, and business value.
Key responsibilities include
Enterprise Architecture Leadership
Architect and implement Dynamics 365 CE modules (Sales, Customer Service, Marketing & Field Services).
Lead technical delivery of CE implementations, upgrades, integrations, and customizations.
Architect robust, scalable, and secure technical solutions using Agile methods, aligned with business requirements.
Collaborate closely with functional leads, project managers, and external partners to ensure technical strategy supports business goals.
Development & Customization
Drive design, configuration, and customization of mobile apps, CRM workflows, plug‑ins, forms, and dashboards.
Build modern web services (REST, SOAP) and front‑end interfaces (React, Angular, HTML/CSS).
Oversee code quality, scalability, performance optimization, and technical governance.
Ensure adherence to Microsoft D365 CE standards, extensibility framework, and upgrade‑safe customizations.
Execute unit testing, code reviews, and performance tuning.
Integration Design & Delivery
Design and implement integrations with ERP, Power Platform, Azure services, and third‑party ISVs.
Implement integrations using
OData
REST / SOAP APIs
Azure Logic Apps, Service Bus, Data Factory
Dual Write
Collaborate with business analysts, functional consultants, and vendor partners to align solutions with business needs.
Data, Security & Compliance
Support data migration strategies and execution using Data Management Framework (DMF), acting as the primary technical SPOC.
Ensure compliance with coding standards, security roles & privileges, workflows, and performance benchmarks.
Review technical designs, code, and deployment strategies to ensure adherence to best practices and governance.
Reusable Assets & Frameworks
Develop reusable templates, frameworks, and accelerators to standardize CE solution delivery.
Drive automation initiatives using Copilot, AI Builder, and AI‑driven workflows.
Train and upskill developers on D365 CE technical competencies.
DevOps & Release Management
Strong knowledge of DevOps pipelines, CI/CD, D365 templates, and environment management for CE projects.
Manage build, release, and deployment activities across environments.
Oversee Power Platform Admin Center (PPAC), managing code branches, build pipelines, and releases across Dev/UAT/Prod environments.
Estimate and monitor development costs based on functional and technical requirements.
Effective Communications
Confidently engage in technical discussions, implementation strategies, and template creation.
Mentor engineering teams, fostering innovation and delivery excellence.
Lead workshops, demos, and discussions with sales, service, marketing, IT, and client stakeholders.
Present and negotiate effectively to align different teams and priorities.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Stay current with Microsoft technologies, Power Platform, Azure services, and industry trends to inform strategic decisions.
Ensure adherence to best practices in software engineering, DevOps, and solution governance.
What You Will Have
Software Development
Proven experience as a Technical Lead or Solution Architect in at least 8 full cycle Dynamics 365 CE implementations.
Hands on expertise with CRM workflows, plug ins, Power Platform integrations, and customization of CE entities.
Advanced proficiency in Azure services (Logic Apps, Service Bus, Functions, API Management) and Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).
Skilled in front end frameworks such as React and Angular for custom UI development.
Provides consulting on upgrade safe customizations and extensibility frameworks.
Software Development Life Cycle
Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile/Scrum, and SAFe methodologies.
Exposure to PI planning, sprint execution, and DevOps practices.
Interprets product development plans and functional documentation, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Applies performance tuning strategies and continuous improvement practices.
Software Integration Engineering
Skilled in integration strategies between CE, F&O, Power Platform, Azure services, and third party ISVs.
Designs and implements integrations using
OData
REST / SOAP APIs
DMF / Data Management Framework
Azure Logic Apps, Service Bus, Data Factory
Dual Write
Experienced in aligning CE with ERP and legacy systems for seamless data exchange.
Supports ETL processes and data migration strategies, acting as the primary technical SPOC.
Software Product Design / Architecture
Deep understanding of CE architecture, design patterns, agile methodologies, and performance optimization.
Provides guidance on strategic areas such as ALM, environment strategy, integration strategy, data migration strategy, and security strategy.
Architects robust, scalable, and secure CE solutions aligned with business requirements.
DevOps & Release Management
Strong knowledge of DevOps pipelines, CI/CD, Git, and Azure DevOps practices.
Manages build, release, and deployment activities across CE environments.
Oversees Power Platform Admin Center (PPAC), managing code branches, build pipelines, and releases across Dev/UAT/Prod environments.
Skilled in environment management, monitoring release dependencies, and ensuring compliance with Microsoft standards.
Data & AI Solutions
Expertise in Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) for automation and analytics.
Hands on experience with AI Builder and Copilot Studio to enhance business processes.
Proficiency in SQL and data migration tools for CE projects.
Extensive experience with data architecture, solution frameworks, and reusable accelerators.
Considerations For Top Candidates
Expert‑level experience with Dynamics 365 CE development and solution architecture.
Expert‑level experience with Microsoft development stack (C#, .NET, JavaScript, TypeScript).
Expert‑level experience with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Azure microservices.
Extensive experience with Microsoft Fabric for data integration and analytics.
Strong knowledge of integration strategies (OData, REST APIs, Dual Write, Azure Logic Apps, Service Bus).
Working knowledge of Azure tenant and environment management for CE and Power Platform.
Experience collaborating with ISVs and IPs, and integrating CE with F&O using Common Data Services (Dual Write).
Proficient in customization, configuration, and development (plug‑ins, workflows, Power Automate, business rules).
Familiarity with front‑end frameworks (React, Angular) for custom UI development.
Hands‑on experience with automation, AI Builder, and Copilot Studio to enhance CE business processes.
Experience
12–15+ years of demonstrated work experience in ERP technologies with 10+ years in Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE development and customization.
Proven experience as a Technical Lead or Solution Architect in at least 8 full-cycle D365 CE implementation.
Certifications (Preferred)
MB-700: Solution Architect Expert (Optional)
MB-210, MB-220, MB-230 & MB-240
PL-600: Microsoft Power Platform Solution Architect
Experience with Power Pages (portals) or AI-powered Copilot Studio.
Posting Dates
October 22, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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