Dynamics NAV/D365 Business Central Developer

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Dynamics NAV / Business Central Developer for a 6+ month contract engagement with a manufacturing client in Houston, TX. This role will support an ongoing migration from Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2018 to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on development experience with both NAV 2018 and Business Central, with the ability to troubleshoot existing customizations, develop and modify application functionality, resolve migration-related issues, and support testing and deployment activities. Experience working in a manufacturing environment is highly preferred.

This is an on-site role requiring close collaboration with internal IT, business stakeholders, and project team members to help ensure a successful migration and stable system operation.

Key Responsibilities
Support the ongoing migration from Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2018 to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Analyze existing NAV 2018 customizations, extensions, workflows, and business logic to determine migration requirements.
Develop, modify, and maintain custom functionality in NAV and Business Central.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, system defects, and migration-related challenges.
Convert or refactor legacy NAV customizations to align with Business Central development standards and architecture.
Support data migration validation, system integration, testing, and defect resolution.
Collaborate with functional consultants, business users, and technical teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
Support integrations between Business Central and third-party applications, manufacturing systems, and other business platforms.
Assist with unit testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), deployment, and post-go-live support as needed.
Document technical solutions, customizations, and migration-related changes.
Help maintain system stability and minimize business disruption throughout the migration process.
Required Qualifications
Hands-on development experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2018.
Experience developing and supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Strong knowledge of C/AL development and NAV customization.
Experience with AL development and extensions in Business Central.
Experience supporting NAV-to-Business Central upgrades or migrations.
Ability to analyze legacy customizations and determine the appropriate approach for migration, redevelopment, or replacement.
Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and relational database concepts.
Understanding of ERP business processes, system integrations, and data migration.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work directly with technical teams and business stakeholders.
Ability to work on-site in Houston, TX for the duration of the contract.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting Microsoft Dynamics NAV or Business Central in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of manufacturing ERP processes, including production orders, bills of materials (BOMs), inventory management, purchasing, warehousing, and shop-floor operations.
Experience with Business Central APIs, web services, and third-party integrations.
Familiarity with Microsoft Azure DevOps, Git, source control, and deployment pipelines.
Experience with report development, including RDLC or other NAV/Business Central reporting tools.
Experience supporting ERP testing, cutover, go-live, and post-implementation stabilization.

Engagement Details
Contract Length: 6+ months, with potential for extension based on project needs.
Work Arrangement: On-site in Houston, TX.
Client Environment: Manufacturing.
Primary Focus: Hands-on technical development and support for an active NAV 2018 to Business Central migration.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a hands-on NAV/Business Central developer who understands both the legacy NAV 2018 environment and modern Business Central development. They can quickly assess existing customizations, resolve migration issues, and work alongside the project team to keep the migration moving forward while supporting critical manufacturing operations.