Principal Dynamics 365 Architect

Job Description

We have a direct-hire position for a Principal Dynamics 365 Architect with one of our clients in Atlanta, GA. No third party candidates considered for this position.

Position Summary

Client is seeking a Principal Dynamics 365 Architect to serve as the technical cornerstone of Client’s ERP Transformation initiative. This role reports to the Director of ERP and is accountable for the architecture, execution, governance, and operational stability of the Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform and interrelated systems across the enterprise.

This is a hands-on principal role, responsible not only for defining future-state ERP architecture, but also for personally executing critical system administration, integrations, and platform decisions in a complex, multi-entity environment.

ERP Transformation Leadership

·        Serve as the principal technical architect for Client’s Dynamics 365, based ERP transformation.

·        Define and execute the future-state ERP architecture, ensuring scalability, security, and standardization across business units.

·        Lead platform modernization efforts, including legacy system migrations, process harmonization, and data consolidation.

·        Partner with ERP leadership to align platform capabilities with transformation milestones and business outcomes.

·        Establish architectural guardrails that balance speed, control, and long-term maintainability.

Architecture & Solution Design

·        Own end-to-end solution architecture for Dynamics 365 F&SCM, and ISVs.

·        Define standards for configuration vs. customization, extensions, integrations, and data models.

·        Lead design authority reviews and approve all material platform changes.

·        Evaluate Microsoft roadmap, release plans, and new capabilities for transformation impact. Manage upgrade activities to maintain compliance with Microsoft policies.

·        Ensure designs support M&A integration, growth, and operational resilience.

Hands-On System Administration & Engineering

·        Perform direct, hands-on administration of Dynamics 365 environments (Production, UAT, Development, Sandbox).

·        Manage environment strategy, deployments, refreshes, backups, and disaster recovery.

·        Design and maintain security architecture including role-based access, segregation of duties, and compliance controls.

·        Monitor performance, capacity, and platform health; proactively remediate risks.

·        Execute upgrades, patches, and release management activities.

Integration & Platform Enablement

·        Architect and implement integrations with Azure services, Power Platform, Microsoft 365, and third-party systems.

·        Lead hands-on development and oversight of Dataverse, Power Automate, Power Apps, and Power BI solutions.

·        Ensure data integrity, availability, and consistency across ERP and downstream systems.

Governance, Security & Compliance

·        Establish and enforce ERP governance, ALM, and change management standards.

·        Partner with Security, Risk, and Audit teams to support SOX, access reviews, and compliance requirements.

·        Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or equivalent tooling.

·        Act as escalation point for critical ERP incidents and audit findings.

Stakeholder, Vendor & Program Leadership

·        Serve as a trusted technical advisor to executive leadership and ERP stakeholders.

·        Translate complex business transformation goals into executable technical roadmaps.

·        Provide technical leadership and accountability for system integrators and vendors.

·        Mentor internal team members and elevate overall ERP platform maturity.

Required Qualifications

·        10+ years of experience with Microsoft Dynamics D365 (AX, F&O) , including large-scale ERP transformations.

·        Demonstrated experience as a Principal Architect, Lead ERP Architect, or equivalent.

·        Deep, hands-on expertise in Dynamics 365 and Dataverse.

·        Strong experience with Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).

·        Experience with Azure integration services (Logic Apps, Functions, Service Bus, Entra ID).

·        Proven track record leading ERP modernization, consolidation, or migration initiatives.

·        Strong background in enterprise security, access governance, and compliance-driven environments.

·        Ability and willingness to personally execute critical technical work.