Lead Engineer, Software Development

Russell, Tobin & Associates; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell, Tobin & Associates seeks a Lead Engineer to design, develop, and modernize enterprise-grade applications using .NET, C#, SQL Server, and Azure. The role emphasizes cloud migration and AI-assisted software development.

Contract position in West Los Angeles, CA, hybrid work schedule with at least 3 days onsite weekly. Mentoring and implementing TDD/CI/CD and cloud-native solutions are core aspects of the role.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with .NET/C# development.
• Strong experience with SQL Server and database design.
• Azure cloud migration and cloud-native development experience.
• Experience with AI code assistants such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, or similar tools.
• Strong experience with automated testing, TDD, and CI/CD.
• Experience working in Agile and AI-enhanced software development environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of enterprise-grade apps using .NET, C#, SQL Server.
• Architect and execute Azure migrations, modernizing legacy applications.
• Design cloud-native solutions using Azure services (AKS, Cosmos DB, App Services, Functions).
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot and Claude.
• Translate stakeholder discussions into technical specifications, flows, interfaces, architectures.
• Develop production-grade code and automated testing frameworks.
• Apply TDD, CI/CD, and automated testing practices.
• Use API testing tools and intelligent testing frameworks to improve quality.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices.

Skills

.NET/C#

SQL Server

Azure

AI coding assistants

Automated testing

TDD

CI/CD

Agile

Mentoring

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

GitHub Copilot

Claude

AKS

Cosmos DB

Azure DevOps

Job description

Lead Engineer

Company Description / Details

A leading financial technology company is seeking a Lead Engineer to design, develop, and modernize enterprise-grade applications using .NET, C#, SQL Server, and Azure. The role will focus on cloud migration, AI-assisted software development, automated testing, and cloud-native architecture.

Important Details

• Employment Type: Contract
• Duration:Till 04/01/2027
• Location: West Los Angeles, CA – Hybrid
• Pay Rate: $68.91/hr on W2
• Work Schedule: Minimum 3 days/week onsite; remaining days remote
• Location Requirement: Candidates must currently reside in West Los Angeles, CA

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-grade applications using .NET, C#, and SQL Server.
• Architect and execute Azure migrations, including re-platforming and modernization of legacy applications.
• Design and develop cloud-native solutions using Azure services such as AKS, Cosmos DB, App Services, and Functions.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, and similar code assistants.
• Translate stakeholder discussions into technical specifications, application flows, interfaces, and architectures.
• Develop production-grade code and automated testing frameworks.
• Apply Test-Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD, and automated testing practices.
• Use API testing tools and intelligent testing frameworks to improve software quality.
• Work with large codebases and AI coding assistants to accelerate development and testing.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote software engineering best practices.

Qualifications

Experience:

• 8+ years of experience with .NET and C# development.
• Strong experience with SQL Server and database design.
• Experience with Azure cloud migration and cloud-native application development.
• Experience using AI code assistants such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, or similar tools.
• Strong experience with automated testing, TDD, and CI/CD.
• Experience working in Agile and AI-enhanced software development environments.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Other Qualifications/Requirements:

• Strong software architecture and development skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills.
• Ability to independently deliver production-grade code.
• Experience mentoring engineers and promoting engineering best practices.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.
• Must currently reside in West Los Angeles, CA.
• Ability to work onsite at least 3 days per week.

Must-Haves

• 8+ years of .NET/C# development experience with enterprise-grade application development.
• Strong SQL Server and database design experience.
• Hands-on Azure migration and cloud-native development experience.
• Experience with AI coding assistants such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, or similar tools.
• Strong experience with automated testing, TDD, CI/CD, and Agile development.

Nice-to-Haves

• Microservices, containerization, and orchestration experience, particularly Kubernetes/AKS.
• Experience with Azure DevOps and continuous delivery practices.
• AI/ML experience or exposure to AI-driven software development.
• Experience leading technical teams, mentoring engineers, or working with offshore teams.
• CNCF technologies and broader cloud-native architecture experience.