Lead Sharepoint Developer

The Lead SharePoint Developer will lead the definition, design, delivery and rollout of releases of the company's digital knowledge and records management systems, in close cooperation with business stakeholders, vendors and various IT teams. The organization is enhancing its digital workplace and collaboration environment through SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365. A Lead SharePoint Developer is required to provide technical leadership in designing, developing, and deploying SharePoint solutions, ensuring they meet business needs and align with enterprise IT standards.

• Lead the end-to-end development of SharePoint solutions, including customizations, workflows, and integrations.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure applications that improve collaboration and content management.
• Provide technical mentoring and direction to existing SharePoint resources.

• Solution Development
  • Design, develop, and implement SharePoint solutions including custom web parts, apps, and workflows.
  • Build integrations between SharePoint and enterprise systems using APIs, Azure services, and Power Platform.
  • Develop and customize SharePoint site templates, lists, libraries, and content types.
  Technical Leadership & Quality Assurance
  • Lead a team of developers, reviewing code for quality, performance, and compliance with standards.
  • Translate business requirements into technical specifications and solution designs.
  • Conduct system testing, performance tuning, and optimization.
  Support & Maintenance
  • Provide ongoing technical support, troubleshooting, and bug fixes for SharePoint solutions.
  • Manage upgrades, patches, and migrations from legacy systems.
  • Ensure adherence to governance, data classification, and security policies.
  Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Work closely with business analysts, architects, and stakeholders to refine requirements.
  • Provide recommendations on best practices, modern SharePoint features, and adoption strategies.
  • Deliver documentation, user guides, and training as part of knowledge transfer.
  • Developed Solutions: Functional SharePoint applications, workflows, and customizations deployed to production.
  • Technical Documentation: Solution designs, source code documentation, and operational manuals.
  • Code Standards: Established development practices and coding guidelines for the team.
  • Knowledge Transfer: Training sessions and mentorship for developers and administrators.
  • Operational Support: Maintenance and optimization of deployed solutions.
  Requirements and Qualifications
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.
  • Experience:
    • 3–5+ years of experience in SharePoint development with a focus on UX/UI.
    • Proven experience designing and customizing SharePoint Online (Modern Experience) and/or SharePoint On-Prem.
    • Familiar with Microsoft 365 ecosystem (Teams, Power Automate, Power Apps, OneDrive).
    • Prior experience in UX/UI design tools (Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, etc.) preferred.
      • Skills:
        • Strong coding and debugging skills. Familiarity with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum). Experience in database management systems (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL). Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
        • Strong understanding of UX principles, accessibility (WCAG), and responsive design.
        • Proficiency in front-end frameworks and SharePoint customization.
        • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
        • Ability to translate business needs into practical, user-centered designs.
          • Key Competencies:
            • User-centered design mindset
            • Creativity with attention to detail
            • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
            • Agile and iterative approach to development
            • Ability to balance design aesthetics with functionality and scalability

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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