Dawit Tezera
Beltsville,MD
Summary
SharePoint & Power Platform Developer with 5+ years of experience designing end-to-end solutions that automate business processes and improve collaboration across enterprise environments. Skilled in Canvas and Model-Driven Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and SharePoint Online (SPFx, Lists, Libraries) to deliver secure and scalable applications. Strong in Dataverse, Dynamics 365 integration, and RBAC governance. Proven track record of building apps that reduce manual tasks by up to 60% and enhance decision-making through real-time insights.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Power Platform Developer
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (Via Trillion Technology Solutions)
05.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: via Trillion Technology Solutions - Remote (Washington, DC)
- Developed and maintained enterprise-grade Model-Driven and Canvas Power Apps integrated with Dataverse, defining tables, relationships, and business rules to support mission-critical financial workflows.
- Designed user-friendly forms, command bar/ribbon customizations, app/sitemap configurations, and automated business processes with Power Automate and process flows.
- Configured Dataverse security roles and authentication including service principals for secure access and governance.
- Leveraged the PowerApps Component Framework (PCF) to create custom controls and enhance app functionality.
- Integrated AI Builder to automate decision-making processes and improve workflow intelligence.
- Built Power BI dashboards and real-time reports for executive-level insights into budget approvals and financial performance.
- Applied PowerShell scripting and Azure serverless functions for lifecycle management, data operations, and automation.
- Implemented data import/export processes, maintaining integrity and synchronization across Power Platform environments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams using Agile methodology, participating in sprint planning, reviews, and backlog refinement.
- Applied Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and DLP policies to maintain data security and compliance within Power Platform and SharePoint environments.
- Actively participated in application lifecycle management (ALM) using Azure DevOps for version control, deployments, and continuous improvement.
- Partnered with business users to define requirements, optimize workflows, and implement scalable Power Platform solutions aligned with DFC's goals.
Power Platform Developer
WSFS Bank
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Designed custom Power Apps solutions to meet unique business needs, improving departmental efficiency and user experience.
- Enhanced SharePoint applications with tailored forms, tools, and reports integrated through Power Apps and Power Automate.
- Integrated Power Apps with Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365, enabling end-to-end process automation and improved data flow.
- Built and managed data models, entities, and workflows in Dataverse, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility.
- Applied responsive design across all apps, ensuring consistent functionality on desktop and mobile.
- Created advanced formulas and connectors in Power Apps for complex business logic.
- Customized app branding and UI using themes, colors, and layouts aligned with business identity.
- Automated approval, notification, and data sync processes using Power Automate, saving time and minimizing errors.
- Trained business teams and end users, boosting Power Platform adoption and reducing IT dependency.
- Troubleshot Dynamics 365 integrations and Power Apps deployments, ensuring high reliability.
- Implemented RBAC and DLP policies to maintain governance and compliance.
- Introduced Power Virtual Agents (PVA) chatbots to improve support automation and user engagement.
SharePoint / Power Platform Developer
Independent Bank
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Delivered comprehensive Power Platform solutions combining PowerApps, Power BI, and Power Automate to optimize core operations.
- Customized Model-Driven and Canvas apps tailored to business workflows, boosting process accuracy and speed.
- Designed and automated workflows using Power Automate, cutting manual intervention by 70%.
- Created Power BI dashboards translating complex data into actionable insights for leadership.
- Integrated Dynamics 365 with Dataverse, connecting CRM and ERP data for unified reporting.
- Conducted API integrations to enhance interoperability and system performance across departments.
- Developed modern SharePoint Online pages using HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and SPFx for a clean, responsive experience.
- Streamlined document management with metadata, document sets, and permission automation via PowerShell.
- Migrated SharePoint 2016 to SharePoint Online using Sharegate with zero downtime or data loss.
- Delivered end-user adoption training to improve productivity and ensure smooth platform transition.
- Oversaw Office 365 permissions and security management, reinforcing collaboration and compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MNWebsites
Technical Skills & Tools
Power Apps (Canvas & Model-Driven), Power Automate, Power BI, Power Pages, PVA, SharePoint Online, 2019, 2016, SPFx, Designer Workflows, Permissions, Lists & Libraries, C#, .NET, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, PowerShell, Teams, Dynamics 365, Azure AD, DevOps, SQL Server, Dataverse, API Integration, Requirements Gathering, Agile/Scrum
Certification
Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate (PL-400)
Selected Projects
- Congressional Notifications App (DFC): Canvas app automating multi-level notifications and approvals for executives.
- CISO Task Management App: Responsive Power App for security task tracking with workflow automation.
- Budget Authority App: Streamlined financial approval process using Power Apps and Power Automate.
Timeline
Power Platform Developer
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (Via Trillion Technology Solutions)
05.2024 - Current
Power Platform Developer
WSFS Bank
01.2023 - 04.2024
SharePoint / Power Platform Developer
Independent Bank
01.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Minnesota State University
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