Lead Architect, M365 Copilot & AI Integrations

Engineer Up•Atlanta, GA

5d•Remote

About The Position

Engineer Up is a Microsoft Power Platform consulting firm. We partner with enterprise clients who have high expectations and high stakes, and we show up ready to support them. We're also a growing company with a lot of opportunity ahead, and we're building a place where people are genuinely proud to work. The people who join us now have a real hand in shaping what that looks like. We're seeking an exceptional Lead Architect specializing in M365 Copilot and AI integrations to design and deliver cutting-edge, AI-powered solutions within the Microsoft ecosystem. This high-visibility, client-facing role focuses on architecting and extending Microsoft 365 Copilot capabilities, seamlessly integrating Microsoft and third-party systems, and transforming how organizations harness AI to enhance their daily workflows and business outcomes.

Requirements

Extensive experience with the Microsoft 365 ecosystem and deep expertise in Power Platform (Power Apps – Canvas Apps)
Proven hands-on experience with M365 Copilot Studio and demonstrated success in building custom copilots or sophisticated extensions
Strong background working with Microsoft Graph API and successfully integrating with complex enterprise systems
Practical experience designing and implementing RAG pipelines or similar advanced AI integration patterns in production environments
Comprehensive understanding of API integrations including REST services, authentication protocols, and data orchestration strategies
Demonstrated success in client-facing or consulting roles, with proven ability to lead technical discussions and drive consensus
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical teams and executive stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Experience successfully integrating non-Microsoft tools and platforms into the Microsoft ecosystem
Background developing AI/LLM-powered applications in enterprise environments with measurable business impact
Proficiency with Azure services including Functions, Logic Apps, and other cloud-native solutions
Experience establishing governance and security models for enterprise AI solutions, including compliance and risk management

Responsibilities

Architect and implement sophisticated integrations with Microsoft 365 Copilot, extending its capabilities across complex business systems and workflows
Design, build, and optimize Copilot extensions and custom copilots using Copilot Studio to meet specific organizational needs
Develop robust solutions leveraging Microsoft Graph and integrate seamlessly with external APIs and enterprise systems
Design and implement advanced RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) pipelines to deliver intelligent, context-aware AI experiences that drive business value
Create and maintain sophisticated applications using Power Apps (Canvas Apps) as integral components of comprehensive solution architectures
Lead client engagements by gathering complex requirements, facilitating technical discussions, and translating strategic business objectives into scalable, innovative solutions
Establish architectural standards, implementation best practices, and comprehensive governance frameworks for AI-powered solutions within the M365 ecosystem
Maintain expertise in rapidly evolving Microsoft AI capabilities and proactively recommend innovative approaches that provide competitive advantages