Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Technical Architect

Our Consulting team at BearingPoint is dedicated to optimizing client business operations through Microsoft-centric business platforms and cloud technologies. With deep expertise in Microsoft Business Applications—including Dynamics 365 (including Dynamics 365 Business Central), Power Platform, and the broader BizApps ecosystem—we help organizations streamline finance, operations, supply chain, and customer engagement processes while enabling data-driven decision-making.

We leverage Microsoft Copilot to enhance productivity and embed AI-driven insights directly into daily workflows, empowering users across business functions. Our strong capabilities in the Modern Workplace—spanning Microsoft 365, Teams, and collaboration solutions—enable seamless communication, efficient work patterns, and an improved employee experience.

Data and analytics are central to our approach, with Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, and Azure data services delivering actionable insights at scale. On the cloud side, we design and implement secure, resilient, and scalable solutions on Microsoft Azure, embedding security by design through Microsoft Security technologies such as Entra ID, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Purview.

In addition, our team develops integrated front-end and back-end applications using the Power Platform and Azure services, ensuring intuitive, mobile-friendly access to business applications and end-to-end process integration across the Microsoft ecosystem.

Primary Functions and Tasks:

Our Microsoft team is entering an exciting phase of growth, and we’re looking for a Dynamics 365 Business Central Technical Architect / Lead Developer to help shape the future of our Business Applications practice. In this role, you will guide a talented Business Central technical team in designing, developing, and optimizing AL extensions that enhance Business Central functionality—all while championing modern development standards and cloud‑first architecture.

Location: Portugal

As a Technical Architect, you will:

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing Business Central technical team.

• Define, implement, and enforce technical standards and best practices.

• Architect end‑to‑end Business Central solutions that support scalability and long‑term maintainability.

• Oversee integrations, custom extensions, and solution performance.

• Contribute to pre‑sales activities, scoping, and solution design.

• Develop and maintain AL extensions for Microsoft Business Central, ensuring modularity and upgradeability.

• Support legacy Dynamics NAV environments using C/AL while clients transition toward Business Central Online.

• Collaborate closely with Functional Consultants, Solution Architects, and Project Managers.

• Translate functional design specifications into high‑quality technical designs.

• Build integrations between Business Central and third‑party systems using APIs, file-based methods, and Azure Functions (including AIS).

• Maintain clean, well‑documented code and deliver technical documentation for customizations and integrations.

• Support quality assurance efforts and testing activities throughout project lifecycles.

• Monitor and optimize system and code performance.

• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and deployment processes to ensure delivery excellence.

• Stay current with Business Central product updates, development practices, and the platform roadmap.

We are looking for: 

We’re looking for a detail‑oriented, technically strong problem‑solver with a passion for both technology and business optimization. You should bring curiosity, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and functional teams.

• Deep experience with D365 Business Central and/or Dynamics NAV.

• Strong expertise in AL development and the Business Central extension framework.

• Solid understanding of Azure services and the Power Platform.

• Proven experience in technical leadership and architectural design.

• Hands-on development experience in C/AL and AL for NAV and Business Central.

• In‑depth understanding of Business Central architecture, including object ranges, licensing, and extension management.

• Extensive experience with Git, code review processes, and modern development workflows.

• Knowledge of widely used Business Central apps such as Continia and Tasklet.

• Understanding of core ERP processes (Finance, Supply Chain, Projects, Manufacturing).

• Working knowledge of SQL Server and database management.

• Experience with NAV server configuration, service tier setup, and user management.

• Ideally, hands-on experience upgrading NAV versions to Business Central Online.

• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.

• A Master’s degree or relevant certifications (Microsoft or equivalent).

Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team dedicated to helping clients enhance their operations through innovative solutions and leading-edge Microsoft technologies. Here, your technical expertise and ideas will shape impactful transformations across industries.

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About BearingPoint

BearingPoint is an independent management and technology consultancy with European roots and a global reach. The company operates in three business units: Consulting, Products, and Capital. Consulting covers the advisory business with a clear focus on selected business areas. Products provides IP-driven digital assets and managed services for business-critical processes. Capital delivers M&A and transaction services.

BearingPoint’s clients include many of the world’s leading companies and organizations. The firm has a global consulting network with more than 10,000 people and supports clients in over 70 countries, engaging with them to achieve measurable and sustainable success.

BearingPoint is a certified B Corporation, meeting high standards of social and environmental impact.

In Portugal, BearingPoint currently operates with one office in Lisbon. We work closely with all BearingPoint entities and offer technology and management consulting services with a human touch to both local and international top clients.

Our office in Lisbon allows us to leverage work with customers who have large operations and affiliates across all of Europe.

Together with our colleagues from Romania, the Czech Republic, and India, we are part of BearingPoint’s Cross-Shore Enablement Hub (CSH) which offers a wide range of Consulting expertise.