AI-Native Software Engineer (.NET)
Zaruda · United States
- Hybrid
- Contract
- $120,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Build and enhance .NET applications using AI.
- Accelerate delivery with AI coding tools.
- Collaborate via pair and mob programming.
- Modernize code with AI-assisted workflows.
- Contribute to CI/CD and best practices.
About the role
AI-Native Software Engineer (.NET)
We're looking for an AI-Native Software Engineer who uses AI as an integral part of software development—not just as a chatbot, but as a daily engineering partner. If tools like Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, and other AI coding assistants are central to how you design, build, debug, test, and ship software, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
- Build and enhance modern .NET applications.
- Use AI-assisted development tools to accelerate software delivery and improve code quality.
- Collaborate through pair programming and mob programming.
- Modernize and refactor existing applications using AI-assisted workflows.
- Write, review, test, and troubleshoot production-quality code.
- Work closely with cross-functional engineering teams in a highly collaborative environment.
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and engineering best practices using Azure DevOps.
Required Qualifications
AI-Native Development Experience (Required)
You must have hands-on experience using AI coding tools as a core part of your daily engineering workflow. Experience with one or more of the following:
- Claude Code
- GitHub Copilot / Microsoft Copilot
- Other modern AI-assisted development tools
You should be able to demonstrate how you've used AI to:
- Increase development speed and productivity
- Generate, refactor, and optimize code
- Improve testing and debugging
- Understand and modernize existing codebases
- Enhance collaboration during pair programming and mob programming
Technical Skills
- Strong experience with .NET / C#
- Experience with Azure DevOps
- Experience with pair programming and/or mob programming
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
If you believe AI is fundamentally changing how software is built and you use it every day to deliver production-quality software faster and better, we'd love to hear from you.
Key skills/competency
- AI-Native Software Engineering
- .NET Development
- C# Programming
- Azure DevOps
- Pair Programming
- Mob Programming
- AI Coding Assistants
- Code Refactoring
- Software Testing
- CI/CD Pipelines
Skills & topics
- AI Software Engineer
- .NET Developer
- C#
- Azure DevOps
- AI Coding Tools
- GitHub Copilot
- Claude Code
- Remote
- Software Development
- Full-Time
- Contract
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your AI-native development experience and specific tools like Claude Code or GitHub Copilot.
- Showcase AI impact: Quantify how you've used AI to increase speed, improve code quality, or optimize processes.
- Demonstrate technical skills: Emphasize your .NET/C# proficiency and Azure DevOps experience.
- Prepare for collaboration: Be ready to discuss your experience with pair and mob programming.
- Apply thoughtfully: Clearly state your passion for AI's role in software engineering.
Technical preparation
Master .NET/C# fundamentals and advanced features.,Practice using GitHub Copilot or similar AI tools.,Familiarize yourself with Azure DevOps pipelines.,Implement pair and mob programming techniques.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time AI sped up your development.,How do you ensure AI-generated code quality?,Share an experience collaborating using pair programming.,How has AI changed your approach to testing?
Frequently asked questions
- What does 'AI-Native Software Engineer' mean at Zaruda?
- At Zaruda, an AI-Native Software Engineer is someone who integrates AI coding tools like Claude Code or GitHub Copilot as a fundamental part of their daily workflow for designing, building, debugging, testing, and shipping software, rather than just using AI for basic tasks.
- What are the essential technical skills for this AI-Native Software Engineer role?
- Strong proficiency in .NET/C#, hands-on experience with AI coding assistants (e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot), and familiarity with Azure DevOps are crucial. Experience with pair and mob programming is also highly valued.
- How important is prior experience with specific AI coding tools?
- It is required. You must have hands-on experience using AI coding tools as a core part of your daily engineering workflow. Demonstrating how you've leveraged these tools to enhance productivity, code quality, and testing is key.
- Is this a remote position at Zaruda?
- Yes, this AI-Native Software Engineer (.NET) position is fully remote within the U.S. While not strictly required, a preference is given to candidates within the Pacific Time (PT) zone.
- What kind of collaboration can I expect in this role at Zaruda?
- Collaboration is a key aspect. You'll be working closely with cross-functional engineering teams and engaging in pair programming and mob programming sessions, enhanced by AI assistance.
- How does Zaruda use AI in its development process?
- Zaruda views AI not just as a tool but as a daily engineering partner. They actively seek engineers who leverage AI to accelerate software delivery, improve code quality, refactor existing applications, and enhance the overall development lifecycle.
- What is the employment type for the AI-Native Software Engineer position?
- The employment type for this role is flexible, offered as either Contract or Full-Time.