Senior Software Engineer (.NET / Azure / AI)

Type: Direct Hire
Locations: 2 days a week onsite in Arlington, TX 

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with a strong background in .NET/C# development, Azure cloud technologies, and modern CI/CD practices to help design, build, and optimize enterprise applications. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys building scalable software, automating delivery processes, and leveraging emerging AI technologies to improve developer productivity and application quality.

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Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using C#/.NET.
• Build and enhance cloud-native solutions within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem.
• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support automated software delivery.
• Develop automated testing strategies and integrate quality and security controls throughout the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term improvements.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Contribute to software architecture discussions and engineering best practices.
• Utilize AI-assisted development tools (such as GitHub Copilot or similar technologies) to improve development efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive development and operational tasks.

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Required Qualifications

• 3-7  years of professional software development experience.
• Strong hands-on experience developing applications with C# and .NET.
• Experience building applications in Microsoft Azure.
• Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code concepts (Terraform is a plus).
• Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• Understanding of software testing, code quality, and secure development practices.
• Experience working within Agile/Scrum development teams.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with observability and monitoring tools.
• Experience implementing automated deployment and release strategies.
• Experience using GitHub Copilot or other AI-powered development tools.
• Knowledge of Generative AI concepts, APIs, or AI-assisted software development workflows.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.