Lead Engineer

Lead Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

Type: Contract

Category: Development

Industry: Financial Services

Reference ID: JN -062026-107496

Date Posted: 06/16/2026

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Description:

Hybrid Remote to start that will eventually go hybrid in Los Angeles, CA

Our client is seeking a Lead Engineer with deep expertise in .NET, C#, SQL Server, and Azure. You will lead backend-focused initiatives to build scalable, cloud-native applications and drive Azure migration work in an AI-enhanced development lifecycle. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor others while delivering production-grade software and tests.

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $50.00 to $60.00/hr. w2

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise applications using .NET, C#, and SQL Server.

• Architect and execute Azure migration strategies including re-platforming and modernization.

• Build and optimize cloud-native solutions using Azure services such as AKS, Cosmos DB, App Services, and Functions.

• Operate in an AI-driven SDLC, translating stakeholder inputs into specifications with AI copilots.

• Collaborate with generative AI to iterate on user flows, interfaces, and architectures.

• Pair program with AI tools to write, refactor, and test code in real time.

• Deliver production-grade code and testing practices suitable for financial services.

• Implement intelligent testing frameworks that auto-generate test cases and predict defects.

• Leverage code assistants to navigate large codebases and implement improvements.

• Write automated tests concurrently with code to support CI/CD and API testing.

• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in cloud engineering and AI-assisted development.

Experience Requirements:

• 8+ years of software engineering experience focused on .NET and C#.

• Proficiency in SQL Server and database design.

• Proven experience with Azure migration and cloud-native application development.

• Familiarity with AI code assistants such as GitHub Copilot or Claude.

• Experience with automated testing, TDD, and CI/CD pipelines.

• Ability to work in an agile environment with AI-enhanced workflows.

• Preferred: Microservices architecture, containers, and orchestration.

• Preferred: Production-grade code practices with full automation and continuous delivery.

• Preferred: Knowledge of Azure DevOps and related Azure tools.

• Preferred: Exposure to AI/ML concepts and tools.

• Preferred: Strong communication skills and ownership mindset.

• Preferred: Technical lead experience and collaboration with offshore teams.

• Preferred: Familiarity with CNCF projects.

Recruitment Transparency Notice

Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team ( View email address on click.appcast.io , View phone number on click.appcast.io) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group's use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.

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About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients' capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.

Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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