Senior Sharepoint Developer required to support Client’s migration from SharePoint 2016 to SharePoint Online and the redevelopment of legacy InfoPath forms

Our GTA based, Municipal Government Client requires the services of a Senior SharePoint Developer to support Client’s migration from SharePoint 2016 to SharePoint Online and the redevelopment of legacy InfoPath forms using a custom SPFx-based forms framework.

ROLE:

Key responsibilities include:

Migration & Modernization

· Plan and execute migration of documents, sites, libraries, lists, and workflows from SharePoint 2016 to SharePoint Online using approved tools and methodologies.

· Redesign legacy site structures to align with modern SharePoint architecture (hub sites, communication sites, metadata-driven navigation).

· Ensure compliance with Microsoft 365 governance and security standards during migration.

Forms Redevelopment

· Replace InfoPath forms with SPFx-based custom forms leveraging React, TypeScript, and modern UI frameworks.

· Implement responsive, accessible, and reusable components following Microsoft best practices.

Post-Migration Optimization

· Configure and optimize site collections for performance, usability, and maintainability.

· Apply best practices for permissions management, content types, and metadata tagging.

· Implement retention policies and data lifecycle management in accordance with organizational compliance requirements.

Operational Support

· Provide Tier 2/3 support for SharePoint Online, including troubleshooting, permissions, and user training.

· Develop documentation and knowledge transfer materials for administrators and end-users.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

· Work closely with business units to gather requirements and deliver solutions that improve productivity and collaboration.

· Advise on governance, adoption strategies, and change management to ensure a smooth transition.

MUST HAVE:

• Post-secondary college diploma or University degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Deep knowledge of SharePoint Online administration, including site collection management, governance, and migration from SharePoint 2016 or earlier versions.
• Demonstrated experience developing modern solutions using SharePoint Framework (SPFx), including redevelopment of legacy InfoPath forms.
• Proven expertise in migrating InfoPath forms and workflows to SharePoint Online or Power Platform alternatives.
• Hands-on experience with Power Apps development and Power Automate workflow design is considered an asset.
• Advanced skills in debugging, performance tuning, and optimizing SharePoint Online and SPFx solutions for scalability and security.
• Strong understanding of integration patterns between SharePoint Online, SPFx, and external systems (e.g., via connectors, REST APIs, or Microsoft Graph).
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 compliance and governance best practices, including retention policies, auditing, and DLP.
• Experience conducting research, providing recommendations, and implementing enhancements in SharePoint Online and Power Platform environments.
• Ability to design modern information architecture (hub sites, metadata-driven navigation, content types) aligned with industry standards.

Certifications

· Microsoft certifications in Power Platform, SharePoint, Dynamics, or Azure are considered strong assets.