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Samuel Saenz

Microsoft Power Platform Developer
Denver,CO

Summary

Microsoft Certified Power Platform Developer with 5 years of experience building scalable business applications using Power Apps, Power Automate, and Dataverse. Proven expertise in developing model-driven and canvas apps, C# plugins, and custom integrations with REST APIs. Adept at translating business requirements into secure, user-friendly solutions that streamline operations, reduce manual effort, and enhance collaboration. Skilled in working with cross-functional teams and delivering solutions for industries including insurance, education, and enterprise services.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Power Platform Developer

Spear Technologies
02.2023 - Current
  • Designed and enhanced model-driven apps for insurance clients, improving claims processing and policy management workflows.
  • Developed C# plugins (synchronous & asynchronous) to extend platform functionality and enforce complex business logic.
  • Implemented JavaScript client scripting to customize forms, enable dynamic filtering, and improve user experience.
  • Automated business processes with Power Automate + SharePoint, reducing manual data entry time.
  • Built and configured Dataverse tables, relationships, and custom fields to support scalable data models.
  • Integrated ChatGPT features into Power Apps forms, enhancing client productivity and decision-making support.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring on-time and high-quality deployments.
  • Key Technologies: Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint, Dataverse, REST APIs, JavaScript, C#, HTML, XML, OOP

Power Platform Developer

Pulsar Operational Inc
08.2021 - 02.2023
  • Designed and launched multiple Canvas and Model-Driven Apps to digitize operational workflows, saving staff 20+ hours per week.
  • Built automated workflows and business process flows that streamlined approvals and reduced manual bottlenecks.
  • Developed and deployed C# plugins and custom JavaScript to meet complex client-specific requirements.
  • Designed and enforced security roles, business units, and team structures, ensuring secure and compliant access to CRM data.
  • Delivered over a dozen Power Automate flows, increasing process efficiency and reducing repetitive tasks.
  • Authored training materials and led workshops, successfully onboarding 50+ end users onto Power Apps and SharePoint solutions.
  • Integrated SharePoint Framework components and enterprise systems, creating a unified data platform and boosting reporting accuracy.
  • Key Technologies: Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, SharePoint, Azure, REST APIs, C#, JavaScript, XML

IT Specialist

Denver Public Schools
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • Supported IT operations for a large public school system, handling hardware setup, troubleshooting, and vendor coordination.
  • Developed and tested new product offerings, identifying and documenting bugs before release.
  • Provided end-user support and guided staff through software and hardware troubleshooting.
  • Replaced malfunctioning components and worked with vendors to ensure timely resolutions of complex technical issues.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Quintrix Solutions, Inc.
01.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science

Iona College
New Rochelle, NY
01.2019

Skills

  • Power Platform: Power Apps (Canvas & Model-Driven), Power Automate, Power Fx, Dataverse
  • Microsoft 365: SharePoint, Teams, Outlook integrations
  • Development: C#, JavaScript, HTML, REST APIs, XML, OOP
  • Dynamics 365 CRM customization & plugin development
  • Data & Reporting: Power BI, SQL, Azure Data Services
  • Cloud & DevOps: Microsoft Azure, CI/CD pipelines, ALM practices
  • Languages: Fluent in English & Spanish

Certification

Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate (PL-400)

Timeline

Lead Power Platform Developer

Spear Technologies
02.2023 - Current

Power Platform Developer

Pulsar Operational Inc
08.2021 - 02.2023

IT Specialist

Denver Public Schools
08.2019 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science -

Quintrix Solutions, Inc.

Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science

Iona College
Samuel SaenzMicrosoft Power Platform Developer