How to Apply for a Sharepoint Developer Job

Dear Hiring Manager,

I’m excited to apply for the SharePoint Developer role at Revenue NSW.

With over eight years of experience in software development and technology consulting, I’ve specialised in Microsoft technologies — particularly SharePoint, Power Platform, and the broader Office 365 ecosystem. I’ve led large-scale transformations, built tailored solutions for diverse users, and thrive in environments where I can work closely with both technical teams and end users to improve business processes.

In my previous role as a Solutions Architect at a national consultancy, I led a project that required developing SharePoint Online and Power Platform solutions for a mid-sized logistics company. The business needed a better way to track internal reporting and cross-team documentation. I designed an integrated SharePoint Online portal, created custom Power Apps for real-time data entry, and built connected dashboards in Power BI. These tools replaced siloed spreadsheets and emails, allowing leadership to view live updates across multiple sites. I worked closely with users to gather requirements, iterated prototypes quickly, and led knowledge transfer sessions to ensure long-term ownership. Within three months, the new system improved reporting speed by 50% and reduced manual admin hours significantly.

I’ve also had strong exposure to automating business processes using Power Automate. For a government client, I was brought in to streamline their contract approval workflows. I mapped their manual processes end-to-end, identified pain points, and built Power Automate flows that handled everything from document routing to automatic reminders and escalation paths. I created adaptive logic to handle edge cases like exceptions and late approvals, and worked with compliance teams to ensure the new automation met policy requirements. The result was a fully auditable system that saved staff time and reduced approval cycle times from 10 days to under 3.

In terms of SharePoint Framework (SPFx) development, I’ve built several custom web parts and extensions to enhance usability for large organisations. In one project, I created a navigation panel and dashboard web part for a government department’s SharePoint intranet using SPFx, React, and TypeScript. My role covered everything from initial concept wireframes through to final implementation. I focused on responsive design, accessibility compliance, and caching strategies to ensure performance. By working closely with the UX designer and participating in sprint reviews, I ensured we delivered a polished, functional component that integrated seamlessly with the existing site.

For another client, I was tasked with configuring SharePoint Content Types, custom lists, views, and templates for their onboarding process. This required consolidating a variety of inconsistent list formats across departments. I created reusable content types and site templates to promote standardisation, and worked with HR staff to ensure the views displayed the most relevant info for new hires and their managers. I also introduced conditional formatting and quick-edit options to streamline common updates. The system has since been rolled out across four departments and remains a core part of their onboarding experience.

I also bring detailed experience supporting the Microsoft and O365 suite, from managing complex permission sets in SharePoint to troubleshooting sync issues in OneDrive and Teams. I’ve supported environments with thousands of users, often acting as the go-between for business stakeholders and platform administrators. I regularly developed how-to guides, ran virtual training sessions, and provided tier-two technical support to help reduce ticket volume and empower users.

I’ve built and deployed a number of custom SharePoint solutions, including a resource tracking system for a non-profit organisation. The client needed to manage volunteer availability and asset usage in real time. I developed a SharePoint-based solution using custom forms, filtered views, and calendar integrations. I built in role-based access controls and automated summary reporting. I also worked one-on-one with their operations lead to embed the tool into their day-to-day workflows and refine it based on feedback.

Being in consulting has meant I’ve had to collaborate on projects and BAU activities with multiple stakeholders at once. In one case, I was managing sprint deliverables while also supporting legacy SharePoint environments. I held regular check-ins with clients, adjusted sprint priorities when needed, and made sure that any BAU issues — like permissions errors or document library bugs — were triaged and resolved quickly. This approach helped maintain trust and momentum, even under pressure.

I’ve developed strong communication and time management skills, particularly through my work in agile consulting environments where priorities shift quickly. During a peak period last year, I was leading three concurrent project streams, each with competing deadlines and multiple stakeholders. Mid-sprint, one of our major clients experienced a critical system outage, requiring me to immediately pause development and respond. I quickly reassessed my workload, identified tasks that could be deprioritised, and communicated revised timelines to all affected parties. I used Microsoft Planner to reallocate tasks, held quick syncs with each project lead, and ensured that no deliverables fell through the cracks.

Throughout this period, I maintained weekly client updates and adjusted sprint plans in collaboration with the wider team. I also facilitated a root-cause analysis and implemented improved response procedures to prevent a similar issue recurring. By applying Agile principles like iterative planning and continuous feedback, I kept delivery momentum across all three streams. All projects were completed within a week of their original deadlines, and client feedback was extremely positive — particularly in regard to how proactively the situation was managed.

I’m genuinely excited about the opportunity to apply my Microsoft expertise and client-focused mindset in the public sector. The work Revenue NSW does has broad impact, and I’d be proud to support that mission with high-quality, practical solutions.

Thank you for considering my application. I’d welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to your team.

Kind regards,
Bianca