Robotic process Automation (RPA)/ Power Platform Developer at Old Mutual Kenya

Job Description

• The purpose of the role is to work closely with business analysts and stakeholders to identify processes that can be automated and optimize them for efficiency and effectiveness, deliver services and solutions for the business using the suite of Microsoft PowerApps, Power Automate, Dynamics Flow, Microsoft Teams, UIPath, custom development, and data integrations on the platforms.

Basic Functions

• Design, develop, test and implement RPA solutions using tools such as UiPath, Blue Prism, or Automation Anywhere
• Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to identify automation opportunities and recommend RPA solutions to improve process efficiency and productivity.
• Developing PowerApps model and canvas driven apps
• Utilize problem-solving skills to understand client pain points and troubleshoot as challenges arise.
• Installation and configuration of data gateways.
• Understanding of how to implement solutions with multiple data sources.
• Design end-to-end solutions that improve collaboration, productivity, and knowledge sharing.
• Responsible for estimating work content and achieving planned timelines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Multi-task effectively between projects.
• Proficient working in Agile project methodologies
• Address and remediate security vulnerability findings in PowerApps.
• Integrate Power BI Reports and dashboards into PowerApps
• Support cross-functional project teams consisting of app development, IT operations, and information security.

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required:

• Experience with RPA tools such as UiPath, Power Automate, Blue Prism, or Automation Anywhere
• Familiarity with databases, APIs, and web services
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Extensive experience in the Microsoft Power Platform MS PowerApps, Flow, and Power BI
• Strong .Net development experience with familiarity with C#, ASP.Net MVC, Entity Framework, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
• Presentation skills with a high degree of comfort with both large and small audiences.
• Strong business-to-technology translation skills are essential for identifying ways to apply solutions to help clients increase business value and performance.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication.
• Strong project management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to create business processes and custom connectors with Microsoft Flow.
• A clear understanding of PowerApps formulas and development methods.
• Proficient creating PowerShell scripts.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience.