Lead Software Engineer - .NET, Azure, React and AI Native

EPAM Systems; Chennai District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems is hiring a Lead Software Engineer to shape and deliver modern full-stack products using .NET, Microsoft Azure, and ReactJS. You will steer architecture, lead delivery, and embed AI Native Engineering practices while partnering with stakeholders across the SDLC.

In this role you will architect scalable solutions, mentor engineers, and ensure high quality technical artifacts. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into concrete technical plans

Qualifications

• 9+ years of full-stack experience with .NET, Azure, and React.
• Strong backend with SQL and Microsoft SQL Server.
• Proven architectural design and end-to-end planning.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Architect scalable full-stack solutions on .NET/Azure/React.
• Lead delivery from estimation through deployment.
• Mentor engineers and uphold engineering standards.
• Embed AI-native practices into SDLC.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into tech.

Skills

Full-stack development

.NET

Azure

React

Architectural design

Team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Tools

SQL Server

Azure Functions

Durable Functions

Microsoft AI tools

Job description

We are hiring a Lead Software Engineer to shape and deliver modern full-stack products using .NET, Microsoft Azure, and ReactJS. You will steer architecture, lead delivery, and embed AI Native Engineering practices while partnering closely with stakeholders across the SDLC.

Responsibilities

• Architect scalable full-stack solutions leveraging .NET, Microsoft Azure, and ReactJS
• Lead technical delivery for user stories from estimation through implementation and deployment
• Partner with stakeholders to capture business needs and convert them into technical requirements
• Produce technical artifacts and documentation to support solution design and development
• Mentor engineers throughout the software development lifecycle and uphold engineering standards
• Embed AI-native practices into the software development lifecycle and team routines
• Implement agentic solutions using Microsoft AI tools
• Build and maintain backend services, including SQL-based data solutions and Microsoft SQL Server
• Use Microsoft Azure services such as Functions and Durable Functions to deliver cloud-based solutions

Requirements

• Extensive full-stack experience (9+ years) delivering solutions with .NET, Microsoft Azure, and React
• Strong backend engineering background, including SQL and Microsoft SQL Server
• Proven capability in architectural design and end-to-end solution planning
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing stakeholder communication across delivery phases
• Hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Azure services, including Functions and Durable Functions
• Solid familiarity with AI SDLC practices and ways of working
• Clear understanding of agentic solution implementation using Microsoft tools

Nice to have

• Knowledge of the Insurance value chain from submission through policy issuance, including quoting and binding
• Familiarity with Excess specialty products such as Excess Casualty, Professional Liability, Medical Liability, Products, and Contractors
• Background in Actuarial reserving