Lead Azure Developer -Middleware

INSPYR Solutions; Doraville (GA); Remote; USD 160,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Competitive pay

401(k) Retirement plan

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

INSPYR Solutions seeks a Lead Azure Developer - Middleware to guide middleware teams and own integration architecture using .NET Core, C#, and Azure IPaaS. You will lead API development, templates, and governance while collaborating with architects and product teams.

The role emphasizes high availability, cost optimization, and DevOps practices across multiple Azure regions. Remote work with EST/CST hours is supported.

Qualifications

• 8+ years backend development with .NET/C# required.
• Proven Azure IPaaS experience with API-first design.
• Strong CI/CD, Git, and agile practices in cloud environments.
• Experience with microservices, containers, and DevOps on Azure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver enterprise integrations using Azure IPaaS stack.
• Lead middleware design and API template standards.
• Mentor Azure developers as the team scales.
• Ensure high availability and governance of APIs and services.

Skills

Backend development .NET/C#

Azure IPaaS

API development

CI/CD pipelines

Git

Agile methodologies

Leadership & mentoring

Communication

Education

BS/BA in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure DevOps

Azure Functions

Azure API Management

Azure Monitor

Service Bus

App Service Plans

Terraform

Bicep

SQL/NoSQL (Azure)

Job description

Lead Azure Developer - Middleware

Job Summary

Provide leadership, supervise, and prioritize development activities and staff for an application area. Design processes and metrics for functional area. Work closely with architects to ensure proper system design. Ensures highest quality implementations from design through QA to production. Assist multiple team members and other project leads in the day-to-day activities related to project work. Perform forward thinking evaluation and research for new packages and releases.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, And Key Accountabilities

• Anticipates hardware and software design needs. Reviews packages and products to determine viability as solutions and fit for other areas.
• Reviews technical design and specifications for business and functional requirements fit.
• Supervises team developing (coding), implementing and maintaining tools/applications. Ensures team members are trained and cross-trained in areas of expertise.
• Evaluates, researches and makes recommendations for upgrades, patches and new functionality.
• Ensures root cause analysis, metrics, and control processes and employed for defect resolution.
• Leads development activities for a business application.
• Assigns and plans resources for projects and RTS.
• Manages resource expenses and capitalized labor budget and actuals.

Nature and Scope

Displays the highest level of critical thinking and analysis in bringing successful resolution to high-impact, complex, and/or cross-departmental problems. Makes prompt, sound decisions when faced with complex and often contradictory alternatives that result in successful outcomes.

Operates with considerable latitude. Situations may have little or no precedent requiring original or new concepts or approaches without guidance from others. Reaches decisions under conditions of uncertainty.

Develops or engages/directs others in developing innovative solutions to important, highly complex strategic and operating problems; cross-departmental considerations are often present.

Work Environment

Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.

Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education And Experience

Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 8+ years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 5+ years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.

Key Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Experience: 8+ years of backend development experience with .NET and C#
• Azure Expertise: Proven experience with Azure iPaaS services, including Service Bus, App Service Plans, and Azure Monitor
• Integration Patterns: Strong understanding of IPaaS integration patterns, event-driven architecture, microservice development, and cloud-native design
• Development Practices: Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and agile methodologies
• Architecture & DevOps: Experience with microservices architecture, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and Azure DevOps
• Database Experience: Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases in Azure
• FinOps & Cost Optimization: Knowledge of cost optimization and observability best practices
• Certifications: Microsoft certifications such as Azure Developer Associate, Azure Solutions Architect (preferred)
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, leadership, adaptability, mentoring, and problem-solving skills
• Infrastructure as Code: Hands-on experience with Bicep, Terraform for Azure resource provisioning and automation.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, And Key Accountabilities

• Develop and deliver enterprise integrations leveraging the Azure IPaaS stack, integrating with Oracle EBS, and multiple SaaS applications including Salesforce Sales and Marketing clouds, ecommerce, finance, and supply chain applications
• Establish and lead standards for API development; develop and provide API templates
• Help establish an API Developer Portal to promote publication and reuse of APIs
• Help establish KPIs around uptime, performance, error rate, usage, etc. of APIs
• Lead the design and development of middleware components using .NET Core, C#, and Azure Functions
• Leverage Azure API Management for authentication, throttling, and governance of APIs
• Collaborate with enterprise architects, DevOps, product teams, business analysts, QA, and end users to align middleware solutions with business goals and requirements
• Utilize CI/CD pipelines to ensure efficient and reliable deployments
• Ensure high availability and geo-redundancy of middleware services across multiple Azure regions
• Set standards for and execute code reviews for Azure Middleware solutions
• Participate in architecture of integrations
• Act as a Functional Lead for Azure developers as the team grows

Additional Responsibilities (Enhancements)

• Security & Compliance: Implement secure authentication, authorization, and data protection protocols. Ensure middleware solutions comply with relevant regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, SOC, HIPAA).
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for integration processes, middleware components, and API workflows.
• Performance Tuning & Monitoring: Conduct ongoing performance tuning, troubleshooting, and optimization of middleware services.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Develop and execute automated unit, integration, and functional tests to ensure quality and reliability.
• Continuous Learning: Stay current with Azure platform updates, new features, and best practices. Promote a culture of continuous learning within the team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Azure DevOps Engineer, Azure Security Engineer)
• Experience with additional cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) is a plus
• Experience mentoring and training junior developers

Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) Retirement plan
• ...and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions

Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Compensation: 160-165k annually

Location: Remote (EST/CST hours)

Duration: Direct Hire, Full Time

Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.