Lead Product Engineer; Backend .Net

Job Title:
Lead Product Engineer

Location:
Hybrid in West Los Angles

Type:
Contract to Hire

Agree Ya is a global Systems Integrator and is seeking an experienced Lead Product Engineer to join our growing team.

• AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service)
• Kubernetes container orchestration experience
• C# / .NET baseline requirement for all submittals
• Financial services preferred
• AI / ML a plus

Client is seeking a Lead Product Engineer with deep expertise in .NET, C#, SQL Server and Azure cloud technologies. This role is ideal for someone passionate about building scalable, cloud-native applications and driving Azure migration initiatives. You will lead engineering efforts in a dynamic, AI-enhanced development lifecycle (AIDLC), collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions.

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-grade applications using .NET, C#, and SQL Server.
• Architect and execute Azure migration strategies, including re-platforming and modernization of legacy systems.
• Build and optimize cloud-native solutions leveraging Azure services (e.g., AKS, Cosmos DB, App Services, Functions).
• Operate in an AI driven SDLC environment:
• Translate stakeholder conversations into structured specifications using AI copilots.
• Collaborate with generative AI to iterate on user flows, interfaces, and architectures.
• Pair program with AI tools (e.g., Git Hub Copilot, Claude) to write, refactor, and test code in real-time.
• Write, test and produce production grade code in financial services without relying on testing by other groups
• Implement intelligent testing frameworks that auto-generate test cases, predict bugs, and enable self-healing.
• Leverage code assistants and go through large code bases, identify opportunities and make changes.
• Write automated tests concurrently with code development to ensure continuous integration and delivery, able to work API testing tool.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in cloud engineering and AI-assisted development.

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on .NET and C#.
• Strong proficiency in SQL Server and database design.
• Proven experience with Azure migration and building cloud-native applications.
• Familiarity with AI code assistants like Git Hub Copilot, Claude, or similar tools.
• Experience in automated testing, TDD, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment with AI-enhanced workflows.

• Experience with microservices architecture and containerization and container orchestration.
• Background in building production grade code, fully automated testing and continuous delivery practices
• Knowledge of Azure Dev Ops and related Azure tools.
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts and tools.
• Strong ownership mindset, communication skills
• Technical lead experience, working with offshore teams are a plus
• Familiarity with CNCF projects is a plus.

Agree Ya is a global systems integrator delivering a competitive advantage for its customers through software, solutions, and services. Established in 1999, Agree Ya is headquartered in Folsom, California, with a global footprint and a team of more than 1,800+ professionals across offices. Agree Ya works with 550+ organizations ranging from Fortune 100 firms to small and large businesses across industries such as Telecom, Banking, Financial Services & Insurance, Healthcare, Utility & Energy, Technology, Public Sector, Pharma & Biotech, Retail, Client, and others.

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Agree Ya is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected characteristics. Visit our website at to learn about our Career & Culture.