Ferehiwot Berhanu
Malden,MA
Summary
- Resourceful SharePoint and Power Platform Developer with deep expertise in designing and deploying enterprise solutions across SharePoint, Power Apps (Canvas & Model-driven), Power Automate (Cloud & Desktop RPA), Power BI, Power Pages, Power Virtual Agents, Copilot Studio, and Dynamics 365.
- Experienced in developing SPFx web parts, intranet portals, knowledge management systems, and automation frameworks that enhance efficiency and compliance.
- I am skilled in building intuitive apps with reusable components, variables, and advanced error handling while optimizing queries to overcome delegation challenges.
- Strong background in process automation, data synchronization, approvals, and notification systems, paired with advanced reporting using DAX, Direct Query, import models, and ETL pipelines integrated with SQL, Dataverse, SharePoint, and Excel.
- Proven success extending Dynamics 365 functionality through C# plugins, APIs, Azure Functions, and custom connectors.
- Strong grasp of Dataverse security, Azure AD authentication, RBAC roles, and governance policies to ensure compliance.
- Experienced in managing the full SDLC with Azure DevOps pipelines, version control, and multi-environment strategies.
- Effective collaborator recognized for gathering requirements, training business users, and enabling adoption of Microsoft 365 and Power Platform solutions that streamline operations and provide actionable insights.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Power Platform Developer
Charles Schwab Corporation
08.2024 - Current
- Delivered scalable Power Apps (Canvas & Model-driven) solutions leveraging collections, reusable logic, and error handling to improve performance and user experience.
- Automated workflows with Power Automate (Cloud & RPA), orchestrating approvals, system integration, exception flows, and notifications.
- Designed BI solutions in Power BI with Direct Query, import models, advanced DAX, and ETL processes unifying multiple data sources.
- Modeled Dataverse entities, relationships, and security rules, implementing Azure AD authentication and RBAC controls.
- Enhanced Dynamics 365 with C# plugins, workflows, and extended business logic for CRM/ERP functionality.
- Integrated SharePoint, Teams, and third-party systems with APIs, custom connectors, and Azure Functions.
- Managed ETL pipelines consolidating enterprise data into analytics-ready formats for reporting and compliance.
- Configured secure Power Pages portals to extend Dataverse data and workflows to external users.
- Developed chatbots and digital assistants in Power Virtual Agents and Copilot Studio to automate support processes.
- Oversaw CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps, managing environments and ensuring adoption through training and rollout support.
SharePoint / Power Platform Developer
Freeport-McMoRan Inc.
06.2021 - 07.2024
- Migrated legacy SharePoint platforms to SharePoint Online using ShareGate and PowerShell, restructuring into modern hub and team site models.
- Created SPFx components and modern UI experiences with React, TypeScript, and JavaScript to enhance collaboration portals.
- Modernized workflows by replacing InfoPath/Designer solutions with Power Automate processes integrated across Teams and Dynamics 365.
- Implemented document management frameworks with metadata, content types, retention rules, and governance-aligned permissions.
- Built Power Apps integrated with SharePoint and Dataverse, embedding Canvas apps into Dynamics 365 to replace legacy forms.
- Developed dashboards and reports in Power BI using DAX, Direct Query, and Import models sourced from SQL and SharePoint.
- Configured Dataverse data models, business rules, and roles to enforce governance and align with Dynamics 365.
- Extended ERP and CRM platforms through custom plugins, workflows, and API integrations for seamless automation.
- Established DevOps pipelines for CI/CD, versioning, and environment management across development lifecycles.
- Partnered with stakeholders to capture requirements, deliver training, and drive adoption of modern solutions.
SharePoint Developer
Newmont Corporation
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Built SharePoint solutions (2010/2013/2016) with C#, ASP.NET, JavaScript, jQuery, and CSS for enterprise portals and dashboards.
- Automated business processes with Nintex and Designer workflows, including approvals, routing, and notifications.
- Developed reusable SharePoint components such as event receivers, templates, master pages, and timer jobs.
- Executed migrations across multiple SharePoint versions to Online using ShareGate, PowerShell, and restructuring practices.
- Applied security frameworks including RBAC, AD, and AAD integration for compliant collaboration environments.
- Designed document and records management systems with metadata, versioning, retention, and optimized search.
- Introduced Power Apps and Power Automate into SharePoint, replacing legacy workflows and enhancing functionality.
- Created BI reports and dashboards through early Power BI integrations with SharePoint, SQL Server, and Excel.
- Administered SharePoint farms including Central Administration, service apps, backup/restore, and performance tuning.
- Collaborated with business teams to gather requirements, train users, and ensure adoption of SharePoint/Power Platform solutions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Union County College
Cranford, NJ01-2017
Skills
SharePoint Experience: SharePoint 2010 through 2019, plus SharePoint Online
Power Platform Tools: Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Power Pages, Power Virtual Agents
Microsoft Ecosystem: Teams, Forms, Yammer, SharePoint Designer, InfoPath, Visual Studio, Azure DevOps
Third-Party Tools: ShareGate, Nintex Workflow automation
Data Sources: Dataverse, Excel, SharePoint Lists, CSV files, SQL Server
Programming/Scripting Languages: C#, NET, C, JavaScript, PowerShell
Web Development Stack: HTML, CSS, RESTful APIs
Delivery Methodologies: Agile (Scrum and Kanban)
Timeline
Power Platform Developer
Charles Schwab Corporation
08.2024 - Current
SharePoint / Power Platform Developer
Freeport-McMoRan Inc.
06.2021 - 07.2024
SharePoint Developer
Newmont Corporation
05.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Union County College
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