Join Manulife's Group Functions Data Office and help build the next generation of cloud-native and AI-enabled solutions. This roleprovidesan opportunity to work on innovative Azure-based applications that support enterprise data, automation, and AI initiatives across the organization. Working closely with the Data Office, AI teams, and engineering partners, you will develop scalable, secure, and intelligent solutions that drive business value and advance our technology strategy.
Unlike traditional Java-focused Full Stack roles, this position focuses on Python, Azure platform services, APIs, and AI-driven application development.
Position Responsibilities:
Design, develop, andmaintainscalable backend services using Python andFastAPI.
Build and integrate RESTful APIs with Azure services and third-party platforms.
Develop and deploy applications using Azure Web Apps, Azure Functions, and Azure Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) technologies.
Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git, and Azure Dev Ops tools.
Secure applications and APIs using Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Graph APIs, and Azure Key Vault.
Work with Cosmos DB, Azure OpenAI, and Azure AI Search to build intelligent, data-driven applications.
Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate services with ReactJS applications.
Partner with AI teams to support AI-focused application development and enterprise AI initiatives.
Participate in architecture reviews, code reviews, Agile ceremonies, and continuous improvement activities.
Required Qualifications:
4 or more years of relevant industry experience in Full Stack, Software, Backend, or Application Development.
Strong hands-on experience developing applications using Python andFastAPI.
Experience designing, developing, and integrating REST APIs and microservices.
Strong experience with Azure PaaS services, including Azure Web Apps, Azure Functions, Cosmos DB, Key Vault, and related Azure services.
Experience working with Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) and Microsoft Graph APIs.
Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git, Azure Dev Ops, or similar tools.
Experience deploying and supporting cloud-native applications in Azure environments.
Working knowledge of ReactJS and modern front-end development practices.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Azure OpenAI and Azure AI Search.
Experience building AI-enabled applications or intelligent automation solutions.
Exposure toAI-focused development, AI modeling concepts, or collaboration with AI teams.
Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Familiarity with Azure monitoring, observability, and logging tools.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
Experience working within Agile development environments.
We'llempower you to learn and grow the career you want.
We'llrecognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team,we'llsupport you in shaping the future you want to see.
The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.
About Manulife and John Hancock
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