AI Application Developer

* Develops and maintains applications, integrations, web services, APIs, reports, and other processes using C#, .NET, ASP.NET, and Microsoft SQL Server, with AI-assisted development as a primary approach.
* Actively leverages AI-powered development tools, such as code generation, intelligent refactoring, automated documentation, and debugging assistants, to significantly improve productivity and reduce development time.
* Integrates AI into the software development lifecycle, including AI-assisted requirements analysis and clarification, AI-supported solution design and architecture recommendations, AI-generated code scaffolding and refactoring, AI-assisted test case generation and validation, and AI-enhanced debugging and root cause analysis.
* Applies vibe coding practices by combining developer expertise with AI-generated insights to rapidly prototype, iterate, and refine solutions.
* Produces high-quality deliverables aligned with requirements, business processes, departmental standards, and best practices, while maximizing efficiency through AI utilization.
* Participates in all phases of application development including regular consultation with client users to validate understanding of requirements, creation of design specifications for application code, user interface, data flow, and system components, and execution of unit, system, integration, parallel, and performance testing using AI-assisted tools where applicable.
* Identifies opportunities to embed AI capabilities into applications, such as intelligent automation, predictive logic, natural language interfaces, or data-driven decision support.
* Continuously evaluates, adopts, and champions emerging AI tools, frameworks, and best practices to improve team performance and innovation.
* Promotes responsible and secure use of AI, including validation of AI-generated outputs, adherence to data privacy standards, and mitigation of potential risks.
* Designs new systems, features, and tools. Solves complex problems and identifies opportunities for technical improvement and performance optimization. Reviews and tests code to ensure appropriate standards are met.
* Acts as a technical consultant and resource for faculty research, teaching, and/or administrative projects.
* Performs other related work as needed.
* Strong experience with C#, .NET, ASP.NET, and modern development tools, including Visual Studio and Dev Ops pipelines.
* Proven experience using AI-assisted development tools, such as Git Hub Copilot, Claude Code , or similar platforms, to enhance coding, debugging, testing, and documentation.
* Demonstrated ability to incorporate AI into daily development workflows and decision-making processes.
* Familiar with developing, implementing, debugging, and maintaining applications in a team environment.
* Proficient with Microsoft SQL and SQL Server.
* Translate functional requirements into technical designs, leveraging AI to accelerate and enhance the process.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Take initiative and drive innovation through AI adoption in a collaborative environment.
* Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently.
* Strong awareness of emerging AI technologies, trends, and their practical application in software engineering.

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** of the application.

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