.NET Developer (with AI/ML Experience)

Description

.NET Developer (with AI/ML Experience)

Location: Fairfax, VA - Onsite

Description

We are seeking a .NET Developer with AI/ML experience to support enhancements to our existing product suite and contribute to new feature development, including AI enabled capabilities. This role requires strong .NET expertise along with practical exposure to AI/ML applications using .NET and/or Python. The ideal candidate is a hybrid developer comfortable working across traditional application development and emerging AI integrations.

This position is onsite in our Fairfax, VA office five days a week.

Key Responsibilities

Core Development Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain applications using C# with MVC Architecture.
• Build and consume RESTful services using ASP.NET Web API.
• Work with .NET Core, MVC.Net, Entity Framework / EF Core, and SQL Server.
• (Optional) Develop or support front end components using Angular 7+ if needed.
• Implement build and release automation using Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines.
• Architect cloud native and cloud-ready applications (API-enabled, containerized).
• Utilize modern API practices (API Gateways, Swagger, OAuth, etc.).
• Participate in design and code reviews to ensure quality and scalability.
• Collaborate effectively with onshore/offshore team members across time zones.
• Apply Microservices Architecture principles such as domain-driven design and event-based patterns.
• Support ongoing maintenance of current applications while delivering new solutions.
• Follow Agile/Scrum development practices.

AI/ML Responsibilities

• Integrate AI/ML capabilities into existing .NET applications.
• Build or consume AI/ML components using .NET or Python, depending on project needs.
• Work with LLM-based services, vector embeddings, and model inference workflows (Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Services, OpenAI APIs, etc.).
• Design and integrate AI-driven workflows that seamlessly connect to .NET back-end services.
• Apply prompt engineering, data preparation, and model interaction best practices.

Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years in software development.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with minimal supervision.

Technical Skills

• C# with MVC Architecture
• ASP.NET Web API, .NET Core, MVC.Net
• Entity Framework / EF Core
• SQL Server
• Azure DevOps CI/CD Pipelines
• Familiarity with Microservices and cloud-native design

AI/ML Skills (Required)

• Hands-on experience integrating AI/ML features using .NET and/or Python
• Knowledge of LLMs, embeddings, NLP workflows, and model APIs
• Experience building or consuming AI services via REST APIs or SDKs
• Understanding of vector search, model inference, or prompt design

Other Requirements

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance (requires U.S. Citizenship).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security+ certification if required.

Plateau does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to Plateau or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency.

EOE Statement:

Plateau is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, gender identification, sex, sexual orientation, color, race, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, parental status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Plateau is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation, please email the Plateau HR Department at hrteam@plateauinc.com

Plateau is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer! (M/F/Disability/Vets)