AI Application Developer

Pathfinder Inspections & Field Services; Dickinson (ND); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathfinder Inspections & Field Services is seeking an experienced AI Application Developer to build, improve, and maintain internal and customer-facing applications that support field and administrative operations. You will leverage AI-assisted tooling, including Claude, to turn business needs into working software.

The ideal candidate has real software development experience and can take a project from idea through development, deployment, and ongoing support.

Qualifications

• Experience building and deploying real software using AI-assisted coding tools.
• Working knowledge of at least one modern development stack, such as TypeScript/React, Python/FastAPI, or .NET.
• Hands-on experience deploying and operating applications in Microsoft Azure.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID.
• Experience with Git-based workflows, code review, and CI/CD.
• Strong understanding of application security and secure development practices.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and turn a business need into a working technology solution.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain web applications and APIs using AI-assisted development tools.
• Work with Pathfinder leadership and employees to turn business needs into practical technology solutions.
• Take projects from initial idea and prototype through testing, deployment, maintenance, and support.
• Build and deploy applications and backend services using Microsoft Azure.
• Work with Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Storage, and other appropriate data solutions.
• Configure and maintain authentication and authorization through Microsoft Entra ID.
• Secure application credentials and sensitive information using Azure Key Vault.
• Build and maintain Git-based workflows and CI/CD pipelines.
• Review AI-generated code for accuracy, security, performance, cost, and maintainability.
• Troubleshoot application issues and provide support after deployment.
• Maintain clear documentation for applications, development decisions, and processes.
• Research AI and technology tools that could improve Pathfinder operations.
• Protect confidential company, employee, customer, and operational information.

Skills

AI-assisted dev

Tech stack

Azure

CI/CD

Security practices

Troubleshooting

Communication

Independent work

Tools

TypeScript/React

Python/FastAPI

.NET

Azure SQL

Cosmos DB

Entra ID

Git CI/CD

Claude AI

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Dickinson Shop - Dickinson, ND 58601-2573Pathfinder Inspections & Field Services is seeking an experienced AI Application Developer to build, improve, and maintain internal and customer-facing applications that support our field and administrative operations.

This position will use AI-assisted development tools, including Claude, to quickly turn business needs into working software. We are looking for someone who can use AI to move development forward while still having the technical knowledge to understand, troubleshoot, correct, secure, and maintain the code being produced.

This is not a prompt-only position. The ideal candidate has real software development experience and can take a project from an initial idea through development, deployment, and ongoing support.

We want to see your experience in action. Candidates are encouraged to share an application, tool, or project they have developed using AI-assisted development. A portfolio, GitHub repository, live application, demo, or other example of your work is strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain web applications and APIs using AI-assisted development tools, including Claude
• Work with Pathfinder leadership and employees to turn business needs into practical technology solutions
• Take projects from initial idea and prototype through testing, deployment, maintenance, and support
• Build and deploy applications and backend services using Microsoft Azure
• Work with Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Storage, and other appropriate data solutions
• Configure and maintain authentication and authorization through Microsoft Entra ID
• Secure application credentials and sensitive information using Azure Key Vault
• Build and maintain Git-based workflows and CI/CD pipelines
• Review AI-generated code for accuracy, security, performance, cost, and maintainability
• Troubleshoot application issues and provide support after deployment
• Maintain clear documentation for applications, development decisions, and processes
• Research AI and technology tools that could improve Pathfinder operations
• Protect confidential company, employee, customer, and operational information

Qualifications

• Experience building and deploying real software using AI-assisted coding tools
• Working knowledge of at least one modern development stack, such as TypeScript/React, Python/FastAPI, or .NET
• Ability to read, troubleshoot, modify, and correct AI-generated code
• Hands-on experience deploying and operating applications in Microsoft Azure
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID
• Experience with Git-based workflows, code review, and CI/CD
• Strong understanding of application security and secure development practices
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and turn a business need into a working technology solution

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Entra External ID or Azure AD B2C
• Experience with Conditional Access, PIM, Azure API Management, Service Bus, or Event Grid
• Experience with the Anthropic API, MCP servers, or agent-based AI workflows
• Experience with Azure cost management and cloud architecture
• Azure or Microsoft certifications such as AZ-204, AZ-305, or SC-300
• Experience developing applications for oilfield services, field operations, HR, safety, fleet, payroll, inventory, scheduling, or similar operational environments