Manager - Microsoft Power Platform - Toronto

The opportunity

At EY, our purpose is Building a better working world. The insights and quality services we provide help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and economies worldwide. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, our clients, and our communities.

EY Canada is seeking an experienced Manager – Technical Lead to join our growing Microsoft Power Platform team. Our Microsoft solutions group spans advisory and planning, design and architecture, implementation, training, and business adoption. With our extensive network of industry experts working across four service lines, EY is uniquely positioned to help clients capitalize on customer‑ and data‑centric digital transformation strategies.

As a Technical Lead, you will play a critical role in designing and delivering enterprise-grade solutions using Power Platform and Copilot Studio, enabling intelligent automation, conversational AI, and AI‑powered business experiences at scale.

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization. 

Your key responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

• Lead the technical design and architecture of Power Platform solutions, including Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Pages, Dataverse, AI Builder, and Copilot Studio.
• Architect and govern Copilot Studio solutions,tf(2.0) here, including custom copilots, generative AI workflows, and integrations with Microsoft 365, Azure services, and enterprise systems.
• Serve as the technical authority across multiple client engagements, ensuring alignment with Microsoft best practices, Responsible AI principles, and enterprise architecture standards.
• Guide development teams through solution implementation, including code reviews, performance optimization, and ALM strategies across Power Platform and Copilot Studio.

Project Delivery

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of Power Platform and Copilot Studio–enabled solutions, from requirements gathering and design through deployment and post-launch support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business analysts, solution architects, data teams, and client stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure solutions.
• Ensure solutions meet security, privacy, compliance, and governance requirements, particularly in regulated environments.
• Define and implement DevOps and ALM strategies for Power Platform and Copilot Studio, including environment strategy, pipelines, and release management.

Client Engagement

• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, translating business needs into intelligent, AI-powered solutions using Power Platform and Copilot Studio.
• Lead technical workshops, architecture sessions, and demos showcasing Copilot Studio, conversational AI, and automation use cases.
• Provide strategic input on digital transformation initiatives, including AI adoption, automation roadmaps, and employee- and customer-facing copilots.
• Support clients in establishing governance models and adoption strategies for Power Platform and Copilot Studio

Team Management & Mentorship

• Manage and mentor consultants, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Support recruitment and onboarding of new technical talent.
• Promote agile delivery practices and DevOps principles across teams.

Skills and attributes for success

• Minimum 6–8 years in software development or technical consulting, with at least 3 years in Power Platform leadership roles.
• Certifications: Microsoft Power Platform Developer Associate (PL-400), Power Platform Solution Architect Expert (PL-600), or equivalent.
• Deep expertise in Power Platform components and integrations.
• Experience with Azure services, DevOps pipelines, and CI/CD practices.
• Strong understanding of data modeling, API integration, and security frameworks.
• Methodologies: Agile/Scrum experience; familiarity with Scaled Agile (SAFe) is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; French is an asset for Québec-based projects.

What we offer you

The EY benefits package is designed to support your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Our extensive benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, as well as mental health benefits, a robust Employee Assistance Program and group savings plans to promote your overall wellbeing. We offer generous time off, including personal days, vacation days, and additional firm-wide holidays, along with the option to purchase extra vacation days. Employees can take advantage of EY's exclusive learning programs tailored just for them. We also provide internal opportunities for career development and advancement, enabling you to grow within the firm. Get involved in meaningful volunteering through EY Ripples and make a positive impact in the community.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.  

• Toronto: $110,000 to $165,000 

Inclusiveness at EY  

Inclusiveness is the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.  

Learn about our commitment to Inclusiveness at https://www.ey.com/en_ca/about-us/corporate-responsibility/equity