Azure Developer

Title: Azure Developer


Location: Remote


Duration: Contract

Job Description:


Key Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient web applications using Python, React, and NodeJS.
• Implement and manage cloud-based solutions on Microsoft Azure, with a focus on Azure App Services and Azure SQL Database.
• Implement and manage data pipelines for document ingestion, chunking, enrichment, embedding, and indexing. • Configure and optimize Azure AI Search for efficient retrieval and vector search capabilities.
• Develop and maintain APIs for orchestrating RAG workflows using tools like Azure Machine Learning, Semantic Kernel, or Lang Chain.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Ensure the security and scalability of the RAG platform by leveraging Azure's identity and access management services. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform to automate cloud infrastructure provisioning and management. • Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues.
• Monitor and troubleshoot the RAG application to ensure high availability and performance. • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Full-Stack Developer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in Python and front-end development using React and NodeJS.
• In-depth knowledge of Azure cloud architecture, including Azure App Services and Azure SQL Database.
• Strong knowledge of Azure services, including Azure AI Search, Azure Machine Learning, and Azure OpenAI.
• Experience with data pipeline tools and techniques for document processing and enrichment. • Experience with the software development lifecycle and DevOps practices.
• Proficiency in using Azure DevOps for version control and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, particularly Terraform.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with Generative AI.
• Familiarity with API development and orchestration tools like Azure Functions, Logic Apps, or similar. • Understanding of security best practices in the Azure environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions.
• Knowledge of vector search and embedding models.
• Certification in Azure AI or related fields.