Lead .NET AI Developer

EPAM Systems; Turkey; On-site; TRY 2,296,738 - 3,215,433; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a Lead .NET Developer to work as a Forward Deployed Engineer. This role involves designing, building, and deploying AI-enabled solutions while collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams. Candidates are expected to have over 5 years of experience in .NET development and lead implementation of business-critical features powered by AI.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in backend development and familiarity with the AI Software Development Life Cycle, ensuring high code quality and scalability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a lead or senior .NET development role.
• Experience with .NET Core and ASP.NET Core.
• Proven experience with AI Software Development Life Cycle.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to define solution architecture.
• Lead implementation of AI-powered features.
• Document technical solutions and processes.

Skills

.NET development

Backend development

REST APIs

AI integration

Solution design

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Lead .NET Developer to join our team as a Forward Deployed Engineer. You will work directly with clients and cross‑functional teams to design, build, deploy, and iterate on AI‑enabled solutions. This role offers the opportunity to drive business‑critical features powered by AI, contributing across the AI Software Development Life Cycle. If you are passionate about backend development and AI integration, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to gather requirements and define solution architecture
• Design, build, and deploy AI‑enabled solutions using .NET technologies
• Lead the implementation of business‑critical features powered by AI
• Contribute to all phases of the AI Software Development Life Cycle, including solution design, prompt engineering, model integration, evaluation, monitoring, deployment, and continuous improvement
• Develop and maintain REST APIs and backend services
• Ensure high code quality, scalability, and security in all deliverables
• Mentor and guide team members on best practices and technical challenges
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Stay updated on the latest trends in .NET and AI technologies
• Communicate progress and technical decisions to stakeholders
• Document technical solutions and processes
• Support deployment and post‑launch activities
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment

Requirements

• Experience in .NET development with 5+ years in a lead or senior role
• Background in C', .NET Core, and ASP.NET Core
• Skills in designing and implementing REST APIs
• Expertise in backend development for business‑critical applications
• Proven experience implementing AI Software Development Life Cycle with maturity 2.5+
• Qualifications in solution design, prompt engineering, and model integration
• Familiarity with evaluation, monitoring, deployment, and continuous improvement of AI solutions
• Capability to work directly with clients and cross‑functional teams
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving project requirements
• English proficiency at an advanced level