Senior C# .NET Backend Developer - Ai Specialist

Powerfront Inc. isn't just another SaaS provider; we're the architects of the INSIDE™ Ai Customer Visual Engagement Platform. An Ai powered solution used by most luxury brands allowing them to see their online world in real-time. We're talking about live customer behavior tracking and the power to engage at the precise moment of impact. Forget static analytics—we're revolutionizing customer interaction for industry titans like LV, Gucci, Ferrari, Cartier, Valentino, Staples, Rooms To Go and Lenovo.

We're a global, fully remote team fueled by passion and a shared obsession with cutting-edge technology. We are fully committed to the future of Ai, with the majority of our development work focused on account Ai and intelligent customer engagement. We believe Ai is the foundation of modern customer experience and are dedicated to building solutions that leverage its full potential. We're not just building software; we're forging strategic partnerships that redefine customer engagement.

If you're driven to tackle complex challenges, thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment, and want to leave your mark on the next generation of e-commerce, Powerfront is your launchpad. This isn't just a job; it's a career-defining opportunity to be part of a team transforming how the world connects with brands.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Backend Developer with a specialization in integrations with Generative AI/LLM solutions to join our team. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in architecting, implementing, and maintaining seamless integrations between our core systems and various external generative AI/LLM solutions and knowledge bases. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge in C# .NET Core/.NET Framework, SQL Server, and REST API development, with a strong emphasis on writing efficient, scalable, and secure code. Additionally, familiarity with serverless solutions like Firebase or Cloudflare Workers is highly desirable.Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, front-end developers, and QA engineers to understand integration requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Design and architect robust backend systems to facilitate seamless integrations with AI/LLM solutions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Develop RESTful APIs using C# .NET Core/.NET Framework to expose and consume data from internal and external systems, adhering to best practices and design patterns.
• Implement asynchronous processing and messaging patterns using async/await methods to handle long-running operations and improve system responsiveness.
• Optimize database queries and data access patterns in SQL Server to improve performance and minimize latency in integration workflows.
• Ensure the security of backend systems by following OWASP security best practices, implementing proper authentication, authorization, and data encryption mechanisms.
• Stay updated on the latest developments in serverless computing and explore opportunities to leverage solutions like Firebase or Cloudflare Workers for specific integration scenarios.
• Collaborate with DevOps engineers to deploy and monitor backend services in cloud environments, ensuring high availability and scalability.
• Conduct code reviews, write technical documentation, and provide mentorship to junior developers to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proven experience as a Backend Developer, with a focus on Generative AI or LLM solution based projects and working with such third-party APIs.
• Expertise in C# .NET Core/Framework development, with a strong understanding of asynchronous programming, dependency injection, and multithreading.
• Proficiency in SQL Server, including database design, optimization, and writing efficient T-SQL queries.
• Experience developing and interacting with RESTful APIs, including authentication mechanisms such as OAuth and JWT.
• Familiarity with integration patterns and protocols such as Webhooks, SOAP, and GraphQL.
• Knowledge of Generative AI services, LLM solutions like OpenAI and experience integrating with them.
• Experience with serverless solutions such as AWS Lambda, Firebase Functions or Cloudflare Workers is a plus.
• Strong focus on writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code, with a commitment to following best practices and coding standards.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex integration requirements and design scalable solutions.

Summary of Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Join a dynamic & forward-thinking organization revolutionizing retail technology
• Be a part of an amazing culture with high client and staff retention
• Take pride in partnering with the most prestigious brands in the world
• Career progression and longevity
• Remote work environment

About Powerfront

Powerfront is a leading provider of customer engagement technology and solutions. The company’s proprietary engagement software INSIDE™ provides real-time actionable intelligence that beautifully orchestrates an expanding ecosystem of communication platforms that has transformed the online retail experience.

INSIDE can be leveraged in a variety of configurations to meet customers’ needs. Its open architecture enables customers in the luxury retail, fashion, travel, automotive, finance, and government sectors to easily deploy direct connections to their end-users while leveraging the power of data visualization and AI to drastically improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Note: The purpose of this profile is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not meant as an exhaustive list. Assignments may differ for individuals within the same role-based on business conditions, departmental needs, or geographic location. Powerfront provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.