Cloud Engineer

Azure Software Developer Location: Deerfield Beach, FL (Hybrid – local preferred) Duration: 12 months (with potential extension) Start Date: November 2025 About the Role We’re looking for an experienced Azure Software Developer to join a large enterprise technology team. This role focuses on designing, developing, and deploying modern applications and services across the Microsoft Azure ecosystem. The ideal candidate combines strong coding skills with architectural awareness and a knack for clean, scalable solutions. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain high-performance applications using .NET Core, Python, Node.js, and related frameworks. • Build and optimize REST APIs and microservices hosted in Azure. • Collaborate closely with Solution Architects, DevOps, QA, and Project Management teams to deliver high-quality, production-ready code. • Integrate data layers using Cosmos DB and SQL Server, focusing on performance, scalability, and security. • Utilize Azure DevOps (ADO) and GitHub Enterprise for version control, CI/CD, and automation. • Write and maintain unit tests to ensure code reliability and maintainability. • Research and implement new technologies that align with modernization and cloud-first initiatives. • Use GitHub Copilot (Enterprise) responsibly to enhance productivity while maintaining ownership and review of all code produced. Required Skills & Experience • 5+ years of professional software development experience. • Strong proficiency in .NET Core, C#, Azure, and RESTful API design. • Experience with Python or Node.js in production environments. • Hands-on experience with Cosmos DB, SQL Server, and modern data integration patterns. • Familiarity with Azure DevOps, GitHub Enterprise, and cloud-native CI/CD practices. • Understanding of microservices architecture and event-driven systems. • Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills across cloud and on-prem environments. • Proven ability to work effectively within agile and hybrid development teams. Nice-to-Have • Experience with front-end technologies (JavaScript, HTML, CSS). • Exposure to containerization (Docker/Kubernetes). • Understanding of secure coding practices and Azure Identity Management. • Familiarity with AI-assisted development (Copilot or similar). Why This Role You’ll be part of a forward-thinking development team modernizing legacy systems and building new, cloud-native applications that impact thousands of users. The environment values autonomy, collaboration, and high-quality engineering practices.