Power Platform Automate

KISHORE

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LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kishore-k-8a6566155/]

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Seasoned Power Platform and SharePoint Architect with 14+ years of hands-on experience leading full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) initiatives in federal and commercial sectors. Expert in designing scalable solutions using Microsoft PowerApps (Canvas, Model-Driven), Power Automate, SharePoint Online, and Microsoft 365 services. Proven expertise in architecture, development, and migration of legacy systems into modern low-code/no-code platforms. Adept in Agile methodologies, governance, REST API integration, Microsoft Graph, SPFx, and PowerShell scripting. Recognized for enhancing system performance, compliance, and user experience through automation and strategic modernization.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Platforms: Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online/2016/2013, Power Platform, Azure, Dynamics 365

Languages/Frameworks: Power FX, JavaScript, SPFx, HTML5/CSS3, C#, ASP.NET, REST, JSON, SQL, T-SQL

Tools: Power Automate, Power BI, Sharegate, Visual Studio, Git, Azure DevOps, Copilot Studio

Database: SQL Server, Dataverse, SharePoint Lists, SSRS/SSIS

Cloud: Azure (AD, B2C, App Services, Blob Storage, AI Builder), Microsoft Graph, PowerShell

Others: Nintex, InfoPath, Lotus Notes, Quest, Sharegate, Drupal CMS, Bootstrap, React JS, Adobe Creative Suite

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – Software System Architect

July 2023 – Present Remote

Key Projects: SP Online Modernization, Power Platform Governance, CoE, Co-Pilot Studio, Azure DevOps

Project Description:

At the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, I led the architecture and enterprise-wide governance of the Microsoft Power Platform, impacting over 45,000 users. I implemented the Center of Excellence (CoE) toolkit, defined DLP policies, security roles, and established scalable ALM processes using Azure DevOps. I designed and deployed Power Apps (Canvas and Model-Driven), Power Automate flows, and Power BI dashboards integrated with SQL Server, Dataverse, and Dynamics 365. My role included building REST and Microsoft Graph API-based integrations and automating workflows for compliance, notifications, and SLA tracking. I collaborated with enterprise architects, product owners, and security teams to shape multi-year strategic roadmaps. Additionally, I ensured 508 accessibility compliance and supported adoption through training, documentation, and stakeholder engagement.

Architected and developed secure Power Platform applications leveraging Dataverse with custom tables, calculated columns (Power FX), and one-to-many/many-to-one relationships for storing relational business data.

Created CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps for version control and seamless deployment of Power Platform solutions across development, UAT, and production environments.

Led full SDLC development of PowerApps & SharePoint solutions for enterprise-level business-critical applications.

Architected secure and scalable canvas/model-driven apps integrated with SQL Server and Microsoft Graph APIs.

Developed AI-enhanced Copilot experiences using Microsoft Copilot Studio to automate repetitive user tasks.

Customized Modern SPO Lists using JSON formatting, Power Apps, and out-of-the-box webparts to enhance UX.

Developed enterprise web applications using ASP.NET (MVC/Web Forms) and C# for custom business workflows and reporting dashboards.

Demonstrated hands-on expertise in Co-Pilot Studio for building intelligent, conversational bots and automating workflows within the Power Platform environment.

Developed and deployed AI-driven solutions using Co-Pilot Studio to enhance user experience and streamline business processes across PowerApps and Power Automate.

Automated data entry, record management, and notification workflows using Power Automate & PowerShell.

Established governance for Power Platform security, data loss prevention (DLP), and auditing compliance.

Migrated legacy .NET applications to cloud-first architecture while preserving data logic and enhancing security using Azure App Services.

Key Tools: PowerApps, Power Automate, SharePoint Online, Copilot Studio, PowerShell, SPFx, REST, Graph API, SDLC, REST API, Power Platform Governance, JSON Customization, SharePoint Framework, Microsoft Graph

Judicial Council of California – Sr. Dynamics 365 / Power Platform Architect

Dec 2021 – July 2023 Sacramento, CA (Remote)

Key Projects: Nintex to Power Platform Migration, Modernization, Microsoft Teams Integration, Co-Pilot Studio

Project Description:

Headed the migration of legacy InfoPath and Nintex-based workflows into modern Power Platform solutions, significantly enhancing scalability and maintainability. Built robust model-driven apps using Dataverse and integrated Microsoft Teams, Power BI, and Power Automate to create end-to-end business process automation. Developed secure APIs using .NET and ASP.NET and created backend services integrated via Azure Functions. Spearheaded the use of Azure DevOps for version control, testing, and deployment while maintaining documentation and training for end users.

Migrated and refactored legacy Nintex workflows and InfoPath forms into Power Platform solutions backed by Dataverse for relational data storage and better scalability.

Designed custom Dataverse tables and columns, implemented calculated fields using Power FX, and established complex relationships to streamline data modeling.

Used Azure DevOps for ALM (Application Lifecycle Management), managing source control, pipelines, automated testing, and deployment of PowerApps and flows.

Redeveloped over 30 legacy Nintex workflows and forms to Power Platform with enhanced maintainability.

Migrated SharePoint Lists to Dataverse, achieving 25% better performance for forms and Power BI reporting.

Integrated Microsoft Teams, Power BI, and Power Automate for seamless internal collaboration and reporting.

Developed a custom AI-enabled Power Automate flow to classify form responses and auto-route tickets.

Provided technical leadership and guidance in leveraging Co-Pilot Studio capabilities to accelerate app development, reduce manual effort, and improve efficiency.

Integrated Co-Pilot Studio solutions seamlessly with Power Platform components, ensuring scalable, secure, and user-friendly implementations aligned with business needs.

Created complex SQL Server stored procedures, views, and triggers to support data integrity and backend automation.

Envision Physician Services – Sr. SharePoint/PowerApps Lead

Oct 2018 – Dec 2021 Plantation, FL (Remote)

Project Description

At Envision Physician Services, I led the migration of 30+ legacy Nintex workflows and InfoPath forms modern Power Platform solutions, enhancing efficiency and user experience. I developed over 25 custom Canvas Apps integrated with Dataverse, SharePoint, and Outlook to streamline business operations. I implemented Power Automate flows for HR onboarding, approvals, and ticketing, and leveraging AI Builder for intelligent automation. I created and integrated Power BI dashboards with row-level security (RLS) for department-specific reporting and executive insights. I also built responsive intranet components using SPFx, React, and Bootstrap. Additionally, I managed SharePoint Online migration using Sharegate, enforced governance, and delivered training to boost Power Platform adoption. Developed 25+ PowerApps forms integrated with SharePoint, Excel, and SQL for operations and HR teams.

Northwestern Mutual – Sr. SharePoint Lead

Mar 2018 – Oct 2018 Milwaukee, WI

Delivered SharePoint Designer workflows and dashboards to streamline loan origination documentation.

Automated business processes by replacing legacy Lotus Notes workflows with Power Automate flows and SharePoint Designer workflows, improving efficiency and reducing manual efforts.

New York State Dept. of Health (DOH) & New York State Energy R&D Authority (NYSERDA) –

SharePoint Architect

May 2015 – Feb 2018 Albany, NY

Led the successful migration of legacy Lotus Notes applications to SharePoint Online using the Quest migration tool, ensuring minimal downtime and data integrity.

Redeveloped complex Lotus Notes forms in PowerApps and InfoPath, enhancing user experience and aligning with modern SharePoint architecture.

Customized and maintained existing Lotus Notes applications during the transition period to support ongoing business operations and data continuity.

UnitedHealth Group – SharePoint Admin

May 2009 – Feb 2014

Developed and deployed web parts via Visual Studio; maintained site backups and user roles via PowerShell.

EDUCATION

Master’s degree in information technology

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), 2015

Certification

PL-400: Microsoft Power Platform Developer

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