Lead the complete development lifecycle for new features from design to deployment
Design and implement distributed systems and microservices architecture
Set up, deploy, and manage scalable cloud infrastructure with automation
Ensure service performance meets SLA requirements through proactive monitoring
Drive architecture discussions and document designs aligned with business goals
Collaborate with Product, DevOps, and Architecture teams
Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices
Research and advocate for AI-driven development tools
Influence technology strategy and drive innovative practices

7–8+ years professional experience with .NET Framework and C#/.NET Core
2–3+ years in principal, architect, or senior technical leadership roles
Experience with AI code generation tools (Cursor or similar)
Expert knowledge of ASP.NET, microservices architecture, RESTful API design
Knowledge of frontend frameworks (React or Angular)
Strong expertise in relational (SQL Server) and NoSQL databases
Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, clean coding standards
Expertise in performance optimization and security best practices
Proficiency with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)
Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
CI/CD pipeline setup and automated testing frameworks
Excellent communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
WILL BE A PLUS: Experience with AI-assisted development beyond code generation
Familiarity with payroll or HR SaaS domain
Contributions to open-source projects in .NET ecosystem

Principal .NET Engineer – Cloud Payroll Platform

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