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Job Description: Role Overview: CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Applications Developer to join our Digital Capital team, focusing on Generative AI and Copilot-driven solutions. You will lead the design, development, and scaling of enterprise-grade applications, integrating Generative AI models into business processes. Key Responsibilities: • Build scalable web and cloud-based applications integrating Generative AI models. • Build and maintain a robust agentic architecture, APIs, and microservices using technologies such as Python. • Develop user-friendly, responsive user interfaces using technologies such as React. • Design and maintain Azure-based infrastructure for hosting and scaling AI solutions. • Monitor and improve system performance. • Implement best practices for secure and scalable application design, data storage, and API handling. • Work closely with cross-functional team members including Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Lead Data Architects, UI/UX teams, and Application Owners to ensure end-to-end delivery. • Participate in Scrum ceremonies and actively maintain tasks on the scrum board. • Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for all systems and processes. Skills and Abilities: • Proficient in backend development using Python and C#. • Strong experience with frontend frameworks such as React. • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services including Azure AI Foundry, Functions, Blob Storage, and Azure Kubernetes. • Ability to build and manage data pipelines ensuring high-quality data for AI model training and deployment. • Experience working with structured and unstructured data across SQL and NoSQL databases such as Cosmos DB. • Proficient in API development and management. • Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and version control tools like Git. • Experience designing and implementing event-driven architectures. • Experience working with open-source large language models such as Llama, Mistral, GPT, and embedding models. • Experience in prompt engineering. • Experience working in Agile delivery environments. • Curious mindset with ability to stay updated on emerging technologies. Skills & Abilities: Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex IT concepts in an understandable manner. Possesses excellent attention to detail. Excels at diagnosing and solving complex technical problems across the entire development stack. Possesses excellent skills in managing data efficiently across systems, applying strategies for data storage, retrieval, and processing. Possesses solid knowledge and understanding of business metrics and the ability to align company goals and objectives with development strategies and initiatives. Demonstrates excellent understanding of user interface and user experience (UI/UX) principles. Consistent ability to work effectively across all levels in a highly dynamic environment. Demonstrates a proactive approach to innovation by identifying and applying emerging technologies to improve efficiency, quality and process optimization. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field • 6–10 years of experience • Strong experience in full-stack and cloud-based development • Experience designing scalable and secure systems • Experience working in Agile environments Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Copilot and AI-driven solutions • Exposure to Azure AI services Amount of Travel Required: No Travel is required Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Visa Sponsorship Available : No - We are not open to sponsoring for this position
