Software Engineer - AI

SOFTWARE ENGINEEROur Client is seeking a motivated Software Engineer to join our team. This role focuses on designing, deploying, and automating cloud infrastructure while working within a modern, AI-enabled development stack. The successful candidate will move beyond administration to build scalable solutions using code, leveraging AI tools to accelerate engineering workflows in a cloud environment. Key ResponsibilitiesInfrastructure as Code (IaC): Design and deploy scalable cloud infrastructure using Azure ARM templates and YAML configurations.AI-Enabled Engineering: Utilize AI-assisted development tools to optimize scripting, automate complex tasks, write documentation, and accelerate infrastructure deployment.Automation & Scripting: Develop robust automation scripts and tools using Python and Bash to streamline deployment and operations.Software Design: Apply Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles to create maintainable and efficient infrastructure code.System Architecture: Participate in requirements elicitation and technical design sessions to translate business needs into technical cloud solutions.Cross-Platform Engineering: Build and maintain solutions that operate seamlessly across both Windows and Linux environments.Required QualificationsEducation: BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).Professional Experience: Must demonstrate professional working experience. Note: Academic coursework and internships cannot be substituted for experience requirements.Programming Core: Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts and proficiency in Python.Cloud Proficiency: Hands-on experience or strong familiarity with cloud infrastructure, specifically Azure and Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates. AWS and Google Cloud experience is a plus.OS Knowledge: Comfortable working in mixed operating system environments (solid knowledge of both Windows and Linux internals).Scripting: Ability to write complex scripts in Bash and PowerShell/CMD.Configuration Management: Experience with serialization languages like YAML for configuration and pipeline definitions.Preferred SkillsAI Interest: Enthusiasm for adopting AI tools in the software development lifecycle.Experience with CI/CD pipelines.Previous exposure to requirements gathering or technical consulting.