AI & Microsoft 365 Platform Engineer

Location: Hybrid (3 days in office) in Atlanta, GA The AI & M365 Platform Engineer is responsible for the reliable, secure, and scalable operation of the organization’s Microsoft 365 AI and automation ecosystem, including Power Platform, Copilot Studio, and Azure AI (Foundry/OpenAI). This role leads the standardization and governance of enterprise automation and AI initiatives while partnering closely with infrastructure, security, and application teams to ensure solutions are secure, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives. This role balances platform control with enablement, ensuring AI and automation capabilities drive measurable business value without introducing risk or sprawl. What You'll Do Platform Ownership & Governance Own the end-to-end architecture and governance of:Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, Dataverse)Copilot Studio (AI agents)Azure AI (Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Foundry)Define and enforce:Environment strategy (Dev / Test / Prod)DLP policies and connector governanceAgent lifecycle management (build → test → deploy → retire)Establish standards for:Automation development, reuse, and scalabilityAgent publishing, deployment, and access controlIntegrate automation with:Microsoft Graph APIAzure services (Functions, Logic Apps, API Management)Enterprise platforms (ServiceNow, Workday, etc.) Monitoring, Cost & Usage Management Establish visibility into:Automation usage and performanceAgent adoption and effectivenessAI consumption patterns (where available)Manage:Licensing impact and capacity utilizationCost control strategies for automation and AI usageIdentify opportunities to:Eliminate redundancyOptimize platform efficiency Security, Compliance & Risk Management Ensure all automation and AI solutions:Align with enterprise security and compliance requirementsUse approved connectors and governed data sourcesPartner with cybersecurity teams to:Enforce least-privilege accessMonitor and mitigate data exposure risksMaintain auditability and governance across the platformEstablish and lead a Power Platform & AI Center of ExcellenceDefine and manage:Intake and approval processes for automation and AI use casesProvide guidance to business teams on:Best practicesGovernance standardsAct as both:Platform gatekeeper and strategic enabler Cross-Functional Partnership Collaborate with:Infrastructure, Security, and Application teamsBusiness stakeholders and functional leadersTranslate business requirements into:Scalable, secure automation and AI solutions What We're Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)5–8+ years of experience in Microsoft 365, Power Platform, or enterprise automationHands-on experience with: Power Automate, Power Apps, Dataverse, Copilot Studio / Power Virtual AgentsStrong understanding of:Microsoft 365 architecture (Teams, SharePoint, Exchange integration)Entra ID (RBAC, app registrations, service principals) Technical Expertise Azure AI:Azure AI FoundryAzure OpenAI (APIs, model integration, prompt design)Integration:Microsoft Graph APIREST APIs and secure authentication (OAuth, managed identity)Platform Governance:DLP policies, environment strategy, and lifecycle managementDeployment:Solution packaging and promotion across environmentsMonitoring:Dynatrace, Log Analytics, Application Insights, or equivalent tools Fueled by Growth, Driven by You At RaceTrac, our people make the difference. Whether you’re working in a store, at our corporate office, or on the road, you’ll be part of a team that brings energy, innovation, and a passion for serving others every day. We support each other, celebrate wins big and small, and create opportunities for growth at every level. With four operating divisions RaceTrac, RaceWay, Energy Dispatch, and Gulf - there’s always a new challenge to take on and a new path to pursue. Join us and discover how far your career can go. To see what is like, visit our LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram pages. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.