Senior Systems Developer - Dynamics 365 and Power Platform
Application Deadline: 24 April 2026
Department: Digital & Technology Services
Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: Sheffield Head Office
Reporting To: Development Manager
Compensation: £47,181 - £50,269 / year
Description
* Hours: 37 hours
* Contract: Fixed Term - Full Time (24 months)
* Salary: Grade 10 £47,181 - £50,269
* Location: Sheffield
(This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office)
Help shape how SYMCA uses Dynamics 365 to deliver better services, improve processes, and make smarter use of data across the organisation.
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority is building on its new Dynamics 365 platform as part of a wider digital transformation. This platform is central to how we manage customer relationships, streamline services, and connect systems across the organisation.
As a Senior Systems Developer, you will play a key role in developing and improving this platform. Working as part of a wider development team, you will help turn business needs into practical, scalable solutions using Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform.
This is a hands‑on role for an experienced developer who enjoys solving real problems, working closely with stakeholders, and contributing to a platform that continues to evolve.
Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter that clearly demonstrates the following:
1. Your experience working with Dynamics CRM
2. Your use of Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI)
3. An example of delivering a solution that improved a business process or service
Please note, all applications should be made directly via our careers portal.
The hiring team are expecting to follow the below timeline for this recruiting process:
1. Shortlisting - week commencing 27 April 2026
2. Stage 1 Online Technical Interview - week commencing 5 May 2026
3. Stage 2 In person Interview at our Head Office - week commencing 12 May 2026
About the role
You will support the ongoing development of SYMCA’s Dynamics 365 platform and wider digital services, helping to deliver improvements that make a tangible difference to how the organisation operates.
You will work closely with colleagues across digital, data and service teams to design and build solutions that are reliable, secure and fit for purpose.
Key responsibilities include:
* Developing and enhancing solutions within Dynamics 365 CRM
* Building applications and automations using Power Apps and Power Automate
* Supporting reporting and insight through Power BI
* Working with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions
* Supporting integration between Dynamics 365 and other systems
* Applying development standards, security and accessibility requirements
* Supporting and mentoring other developers within the team
* Contributing to continuous improvement across the platform and development practices
About you
We are looking for a capable and collaborative developer who is comfortable working within a team and contributing to the development of a live enterprise platform.
You will bring:
* Experience developing and customising Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM
* Strong working knowledge of the Power Platform
* Experience configuring, customising and extending platform capabilities
* Understanding of how to design solutions that align to platform best practice rather than custom build
* Experience working with integrations and connected systems
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders
* A practical, problem‑solving approach and willingness to improve how things are done
Desirable:
* Experience working in public sector or complex organisations
* Familiarity with data, reporting or service transformation initiatives
For further detail about the requirements for this role, please see the criteria listed within the role profile.
Benefits
All colleagues have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme and the chance to be part of an organisation where you can really make a difference. Located in Sheffield City Centre, we are well‑placed for transport links and encourage employees to take advantage of the active travel facilities. Work/life balance is extremely important to us here at SYMCA with our recognised family/friendly policies, genuine work flexibility, recognition, and shared success.
In addition to the above, some of our benefits include :
Holiday Entitlement – From 28 to 36 days annual leave entitlement (depending on length of service) plus bank holidays. Pro-rata for part time colleagues.
Annual Leave Purchase Scheme – The ability to purchase up to a further 15 days per year in addition to your normal annual leave.
Hybrid working – Our offices are a space where we come together and collaborate. Most of our roles are offered on a hybrid basis with the exception of some support roles being onsite full time. Please note, unless specified within the job advert, we cannot accommodate remote working contracts.
Flexible Hours Scheme – Most roles within SYMCA work under the Flexi‑Scheme which allows office‑based employees’ flexibility and discretion over their working hours. Under the scheme employees can accrue a defined amount of credit or debit of working hours, and to take time‑off in the form of Flexi‑Leave or banked Annual Leave.
Rewarding You - Reducing everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more with Reward Gateway and Cycle‑to‑Work schemes.
Training on the job - Support with upskilling skills through on‑the‑job training and qualifications.
Professional Membership Fees – Where membership to Professional bodies is applicable to your role, SYMCA will reimburse your membership fees where applicable and following approval by Line Management.
Diversity at South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority
Our workforce is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.
All employees are eligible to request Flexible Working arrangements from day one of employment as such all requests will be considered subject to operation requirements.
Where candidates share disabilities within the application process, if they demonstrate that they meet all essential criteria from the Role Profile within their application, they will automatically be invited to interview.
If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the process, please contact recruitment@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk or include within your application form detailing the adjustment and how it will assist in managing any barriers.
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