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.Net AI Lead
Locations- Kochi, Chennai, Coimbatore, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad
Experience- 10-14 Years
Job Overview We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking .NET AI Lead to drive the development of intelligent, scalable applications with deep integration into Azure AI services. This is a hands-on leadership role combining .NET Core, Angular, and Azure Cognitive & Machine Learning Services to power next-generation digital experiences.The ideal candidate has a proven track record in full-stack .NET development and has designed and delivered AI-enhanced features using the Azure AI ecosystem, including Cognitive Services, Azure OpenAI, and Azure Machine Learning.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead full-stack development of AI-powered applications using .NET Core (C#, Web API) and Angular (v10+).
• Architect and implement solutions integrating Azure AI services such as: o Azure Cognitive Services (Vision, Speech, Language) o Azure OpenAI (ChatGPT, GPT-4 via API) o Azure Machine Learning (model deployment & MLOps)
• Work with data scientists and DevOps teams to operationalize ML models into .NET-based applications.
• Build scalable APIs and services that interact with Azure AI endpoints securely and efficiently.
• Drive best practices in code quality, performance, and cloud-native architecture.
• Mentor developers and lead Agile sprint planning, code reviews, and delivery cycles.
• Monitor AI service performance and optimize costs and latency in a cloud environment.
Required Skills & Experience:
• 8+ years of software development experience with .NET (C#, ASP.NET Core).
• 2+ years of practical experience with Azure AI services: o Cognitive Services (e.g., Text Analytics, Computer Vision, Translator, etc.) o Azure OpenAI or GPT-based API integration o Azure Machine Learning pipelines or deployment
• Proficient in Angular (v10+), TypeScript, and responsive UI development.
• Solid experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Strong understanding of cloud principles (PaaS, authentication, scalability, security).
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, CI/CD, Docker, and Infrastructure-as-Code (ARM, Bicep, or Terraform).
• Strong database experience with SQL Server or Azure Cosmos DB. Nice to Have:
• Experience with Azure Functions, Logic Apps, or Power Platform integration.
• Working knowledge of MLOps, model lifecycle, and automated model retraining workflows.
• Familiarity with front-end testing frameworks (e.g., Jasmine, Karma) and backend unit testing.
• Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AI Engineer Associate, Azure Developer Associate).
Education: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
Benefits:
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Flexible work environment (Remote/Hybrid options available).
• Health insurance and other perks.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture
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