.Net Azure AI Developer || Windsor Mill, MD (Onsite Role) Local candidates only

Job Description: Note All candidates must reside within 50 miles of HQ and work onsite 5x/week. Role Description: Seeking a talented Senior .NET Azure AI Developer to join our team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions leveraging the Microsoft Azure platform and cutting-edge AI technologies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate deep expertise in C#, NodeJS and possess strong experience with cloud services, AI/Machine Learning concepts, and modern DevOps practices. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable applications using .NET and ASP.NET Core • Implement and manage solutions on the Azure platform, including deployment, monitoring, and scaling of applications • Integrate AI capabilities using Azure AI tools such as Azure Machine Learning and Cognitive Services • Develop and secure RESTful APIs for seamless application integration • Practice DevOps principles, utilizing Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and automated testing • Create and maintain infrastructure as code using Bicep scripts for Azure resource provisioning and management • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features Programming & Development: • Deep expertise in C# and the .NET framework, including modern features • Experience with Python or Node.js for application development, data processing, or specific AI tasks • Experience with client-side technologies and modern front-end frameworks such as Angular or React • Strong SQL skills, including query optimization and database design • Experience with commercial development processes, including Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban), unit testing, and debugging systems Cloud & Infrastructure: • Proficiency in Microsoft Azure services, including App Services, Azure Functions, Blob Storage, and SQL/Cosmos DB • Hands-on experience with Bicep scripting for infrastructure as code and Azure resource management • Strong DevOps background with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipeline development, and automation • Experience with Kubernetes, Terraform, or other orchestration and infrastructure tools • Working knowledge of Docker for containerizing and deploying applications AI/ML & Data: • Familiarity with core AI/Machine Learning concepts and hands-on experience using Azure Open AI APIs and tools • Experience with both relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (Cosmos DB)