Lead .Net Developer / Architect

Lead .Net Developer /  Architect - AI

12 Months contract – Extension   

Location:   Vienna, VA 22182   / Southfield, MI

Job description:

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect with 12+ years of software development experience and 3+ years in an architecture role to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale web applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own end-to-end architecture for Production Scheduling, Production Execution, and Allocation Rules Engine.
• Design Azure-native solutions using Next.js, Azure Functions (.NET 8), Azure SQL, SignalR, and Azure Service Bus.
• Define architecture standards, API contracts (OpenAPI/Swagger), and database schema design (SSDT).
• Build secure, scalable, and high-performance systems with real-time and event-driven integrations.
• Lead ERP integrations (Microsoft Dynamics NAV/Business Central preferred) and ensure observability, security, and best practices.
• Drive AI-assisted development using tools like GitHub Copilot or Claude Code.

Required Skills:

• Azure Functions, Azure SQL, Azure Service Bus, Azure AD/MSAL
• C# .NET 8, EF Core, REST APIs, xUnit
• React, TypeScript, Next.js, RTK Query, Tailwind CSS
• SignalR/WebSockets, OpenAPI/Swagger
• Azure security, Application Insights, and message-driven architectures

Preferred:

• Experience with food manufacturing, logistics, warehouse systems, or industrial integrations.
• Azure certifications (AZ-204/AZ-305).