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Solo Tesfa

Bethesda,MD

Summary

  • Versatile SharePoint and Power Platform Developer with strong expertise in architecting, customizing, and deploying enterprise-grade solutions across SharePoint, Power Apps (Canvas & Model-driven), Power Automate (Cloud & RPA), Power BI, Power Pages, Power Virtual Agents, Copilot Studio, and Dynamics 365.
  • Adept at building modern SPFx solutions, collaboration portals, content management systems, and end-to-end workflow automation.
  • Proficient in creating user-friendly apps with reusable components, collections, and advanced error handling while optimizing queries for delegation and performance.
  • Skilled in delivering workflow automation, data integration, approvals, and event-driven notifications, complemented by deep experience with BI solutions using Direct Query, DAX, ETL, and stored procedures connected to Dataverse, SQL Server, SharePoint, Excel, and flat files. Proven track record in extending platform functionality with Dynamics 365 plugins (C#), custom APIs, connectors, and Azure Functions.
  • Strong knowledge of Dataverse security, Azure AD authentication, and compliance frameworks including RBAC and governance controls.
  • Experienced with CI/CD pipelines, versioning, and environment management through Azure DevOps, along with project delivery using Jira and ADO boards.
  • Recognized for driving cross-team collaboration, translating requirements into practical solutions, conducting training, and supporting enterprise adoption of Microsoft 365 and Power Platform to enhance efficiency, compliance, and decision-making.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Power Platform Developer

AT&T
08.2024 - Current
  • Designed and deployed Power Apps (Canvas & Model-driven) solutions using collections, components, and error-handling strategies, balancing usability with performance while overcoming delegation constraints.
  • Automated end-to-end processes with Power Automate (Cloud and RPA), covering approvals, data integration, notifications, and exception management workflows.
  • Built advanced Power BI solutions leveraging Direct Query, Import models, DAX calculations, aggregations, and Power Query ETL to unify data from Dataverse, SQL, SharePoint, and Excel.
  • Modeled and secured Dataverse tables, relationships, and rules with strong governance using Azure AD and RBAC for controlled enterprise access.
  • Delivered Dynamics 365 customizations including plugin development (C#), workflow automation, and tailored business logic to extend ERP/CRM capability.
  • Integrated SharePoint, Teams, Dynamics 365, and external systems via APIs, custom connectors, and Azure Functions for seamless business automation.
  • Managed ETL pipelines to consolidate multi-source data into reporting models supporting compliance and organizational analytics.
  • Configured and delivered Power Pages solutions to expose secure business processes and data to external users.
  • Built intelligent chatbots and conversational agents using Power Virtual Agents and Copilot Studio to improve service automation and engagement.
  • Directed solution lifecycle with Azure DevOps pipelines, version control, and environment strategies, while leading training and stakeholder adoption.

SharePoint / Power Platform Developer

Aetna
06.2021 - 07.2024
  • Executed SharePoint migrations from legacy on-premises versions to SharePoint Online, streamlining architecture into hub and team sites with ShareGate and PowerShell.
  • Designed and developed custom SPFx web parts, extensions, and UI components in React/TypeScript to modernize portals and collaboration environments.
  • Modernized workflows by converting legacy Designer/InfoPath processes into Power Automate flows, enabling end-to-end automation integrated with Teams and Dynamics 365.
  • Implemented structured document management with metadata, content types, retention, and permissions aligned with compliance frameworks.
  • Built Power Apps (Canvas & Model-driven) integrated with SharePoint/Dataverse, embedding apps within Dynamics 365 to replace legacy forms.
  • Created Power BI dashboards with DAX, Direct Query, and Import models from SQL, SharePoint, and Dataverse for organizational insights.
  • Configured Dataverse entities, rules, and roles integrated with Dynamics 365 to strengthen governance and data quality.
  • Extended CRM/ERP with C# plugins, workflows, and API integrations for cross-system data consistency.
  • Established DevOps CI/CD pipelines with version control and multi-environment governance for reliable solution delivery.
  • Partnered with stakeholders to capture requirements, train users, and drive adoption of modern SharePoint and Power Platform capabilities.

SharePoint Developer

BMO USA
05.2018 - 05.2021
  • Delivered SharePoint applications (2010/2013/2016) using C#, ASP.NET, JavaScript, and CSS, creating intranet portals, dashboards, and business-focused solutions.
  • Designed automated workflows in Nintex and Designer to streamline approvals, document handling, and notifications.
  • Built advanced SharePoint components such as event receivers, timer jobs, master pages, and templates for scalable solutions.
  • Led SharePoint migrations across multiple versions into Online using PowerShell, ShareGate, and custom scripts for restructuring and modernization.
  • Designed secure SharePoint permission models with role-based access integrated into AD/AAD authentication for compliance.
  • Created enterprise document/records management systems with metadata-driven content types, versioning, retention, and search optimization.
  • Introduced Power Apps and Power Automate for modernizing forms/workflows, embedding apps into SharePoint and integrating flows with libraries.
  • Delivered reporting with early Power BI integrations into SharePoint, Excel, and SQL Server to expand visibility.
  • Administered on-premises farms, configuring Central Admin, service apps, backups, and performance strategies.
  • Collaborated with business teams to define needs, provide training, and promote adoption of SharePoint and Power Platform solutions.

Education

Bachelor's - Computer Science

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)

Certification

Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate

Timeline

Power Platform Developer

AT&T
08.2024 - Current

SharePoint / Power Platform Developer

Aetna
06.2021 - 07.2024

SharePoint Developer

BMO USA
05.2018 - 05.2021

Bachelor's - Computer Science

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