Technical Architect, D365 Business Central

Are you passionate about designing modern, scalable ERP solutions using Dynamics 365 Business Central and the Microsoft Cloud?

We are looking for an experienced and technically driven Dynamics 365 Business Central Technical Architect to join our Data & Dynamics team.

Leveraging your expertise in Dynamics 365 Business Central, AL development, integrations, Azure services, Power Platform, and Microsoft cloud technologies, you will define and lead the technical architecture for business transformation initiatives across a diverse range of industries.

You will work closely with clients, Functional Architects, Solution Architects, Developers, and delivery teams to design secure, scalable, supportable, and future-ready solutions that maximize business value while minimizing technical debt.

As a trusted technical advisor, you will provide leadership throughout the entire solution lifecycle from pre-sales through design, implementation, deployment, and support transition.

A Day in the Life:

• Lead technical discovery sessions and architecture workshops
• Design and govern end-to-end Business Central technical architectures
• Define application extensibility strategies leveraging:
  • AL Extensions
  • AppSource Solutions
  • Custom Applications
  • Event-Based Architecture
  • Architect integrations between Business Central and:
    • Dynamics 365 CE
    • Power Platform
    • Azure Integration Services
    • Microsoft Fabric
    • E-Commerce Platforms
    • Payroll Systems
    • Banking Platforms
    • Third-Party Business Applications
    • Design secure and scalable data integration patterns utilizing:
      • APIs
      • Web Services
      • Azure Service Bus
      • Logic Apps
      • Azure Functions
      • Event Grid
      • Lead technical solution reviews and code governance activities
      • Define development standards, branching strategies, release management, and DevOps processes
      • Provide guidance on performance optimization, system scalability, security, and maintainability
      • Collaborate with Functional Architects and Solution Architects to align business requirements with technical designs
      • Support data migration architecture and conversion strategies
      • Participate in pre-sales activities including estimates, architecture reviews, technical demonstrations, Statements of Work, and solution planning
      • Mentor developers and consultants while contributing to technical practice development
      • Stay current on Business Central, Copilot, AI, Power Platform, Azure, and Microsoft Cloud platform advancements

What You Bring:

• 7+ years of Microsoft Dynamics NAV and/or Dynamics 365 Business Central experience
• 5+ years designing enterprise ERP technical architectures
• Multiple full lifecycle Dynamics 365 Business Central implementation projects
• Deep expertise with:
  • AL Development
  • Extensions
  • AppSource Applications
  • Business Central APIs
  • Web Services
  • Azure Integration Services
  • Strong understanding of:
    • Business Central Application Architecture
    • Azure Architecture
    • Integration Patterns
    • Security Models
    • Performance Optimization
    • Data Migration Approaches
    • Experience designing integrations between Business Central and external applications
    • Experience implementing CI/CD and DevOps methodologies
    • Hands-on experience with:
      • Azure DevOps
      • Git
      • Automated Deployments
      • Testing Frameworks
      • Experience producing:
        • Technical Design Documents
        • Architecture Diagrams
        • Integration Specifications
        • Data Migration Designs
        • Release Deployment Plans
        • Strong consulting, facilitation, stakeholder management, and technical leadership skills
        • Experience working within Agile delivery environments

What Makes You Extra Awesome:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central certifications
• Microsoft Azure Certifications (Architect, Developer, Integration, or DevOps)
• Experience with:
  • Azure Integration Services
  • Power Platform
  • Microsoft Fabric
  • Power BI
  • Copilot Studio
  • AI-powered business solutions
  • Experience developing AppSource solutions
  • Experience with multi-company, multi-entity, and multi-currency organizations
  • Experience leading distributed development teams
  • Consulting experience within ERP transformation and modernization programs

Why Work at Long View?

• Work with one of North America's leading Microsoft partners
• Participate in large-scale Business Central and Microsoft Cloud transformation projects
• Collaborate with highly skilled architects, consultants, and developers
• Influence technical standards and solution delivery approaches across the practice
• Access continuous learning, certification, and professional development opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements supporting work-life balance
• Opportunity to help shape the future of Long View's Business Applications practice
• Be part of a culture built on Integrity, Competence, Value, and Fun