Senior SharePoint Developer

Responsibilities & Qualifications

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a remote Senior SharePoint Developer with a strong foundation in JavaScript and familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform to drive innovation, lead development efforts, and contribute to NOAA's digital transformation initiatives. 

Responsibilities:

• Design and Development:
• Plan, design, develop, test, edit, maintain, and document SharePoint-based solutions using Agile methodologies.
• Design and develop SharePoint Content Management System (CMS) applications, including custom web parts, workflows, and solutions to support business processes.
• Utilize JavaScript and front-end technologies (HTML, CSS) to create responsive, user-friendly interfaces for SharePoint sites and apps.
• Work with modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js to build interactive web parts and applications.
• Develop and maintain Power Apps, focusing on custom model-driven apps, Canvas apps, and seamless integration with SharePoint data.
• Extend SharePoint functionality using JavaScript to create interactive features such as dynamic forms, live updates, and complex user interactions.
• Automation and Data Integration:
• Develop custom workflows and automations using Power Automate, including complex multi-step processes, notifications, approvals, and document generation.
• Implement data integration solutions between SharePoint, Power Platform, and external systems using REST APIs, JavaScript, and Power Query.
• Build and maintain ETL processes to import and transform data, integrating external data sources with SharePoint and Power Platform solutions.
• Develop programs to automate processing and analysis of SharePoint list and library data into reports, improving business intelligence capabilities.
• Create custom connectors in Power Automate and Power Apps to integrate with non-Microsoft services.
• JavaScript Expertise and Code Quality:
• Write and maintain high-quality JavaScript code, ensuring adherence to coding standards, performance optimization, and scalability.
• Build RESTful APIs using JavaScript and Node.js to extend SharePoint capabilities or integrate with external platforms and services.
• Use JavaScript libraries (e.g., jQuery, D3.js) to build custom visualizations, charts, and data visual aids within SharePoint and Power Platform solutions.
• Perform code reviews and ensure that JavaScript code is clean, modular, and easily maintainable.
• Troubleshoot and debug JavaScript code, optimizing performance and user experience on both client-side and server-side.
• Stay current with the latest JavaScript frameworks, tools, and trends to continually enhance the development process and the end-user experience.
• Collaboration and Leadership:
• Lead and mentor a team of developers, providing guidance on SharePoint development, JavaScript best practices, and Power Platform integration.
• Collaborate with business analysts, stakeholders, and UI/UX designers to ensure that technical solutions meet business requirements and provide a seamless user experience.
• Coordinate with other departments (e.g., IT, security, compliance) to ensure integration and security standards are met across all custom solutions.
• Provide leadership in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, retrospectives, and backlog grooming, ensuring timely delivery of SharePoint solutions.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring a clear understanding of requirements, project timelines, and technical constraints.
• Security, Compliance, and Best Practices:
• Ensure that all SharePoint and Power Platform applications comply with organizational security policies and industry standards.
• Implement and enforce security practices such as input validation, encryption, and authentication mechanisms to safeguard sensitive data.
• Conduct security scans, code reviews, and penetration testing on custom applications to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Establish and follow best practices for version control, code documentation, and testing to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Support, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting:
• Provide ongoing support for existing SharePoint applica