Senior Azure AI Platform Engineer

Senior Azure AI Platform Engineer

Location: Schiller Park, IL 60176 or Dallas, TX (Onsite 3 days per week)

Type: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire

Overview

We are seeking Senior Azure AI Platform Engineers to design and implement AI-powered automation, intelligent workflows, and scalable cloud-native solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support a rapidly growing global business. This role requires engineers who have successfully delivered real-world AI and automation solutions with measurable business impact.

The company is migrating its internally built ERP platform (“Navigate”) from a legacy on-prem .NET/SQL monolith to a modern Azure-based microservices and microfrontend architecture.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement AI-driven automation solutions within Azure environments.
• Modernize workflows and automate business operations by translating business pain points into intelligent solutions.
• Partner with business and technology teams to identify inefficiencies and recommend AI-enabled improvements.
• Develop scalable AI workflows, integrations, and automation pipelines.
• Support cloud migration from legacy .NET/SQL systems to Azure microservices.

Required Skills

• Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure ecosystems (Cosmos DB, Data Lakes, Azure AI/ML).
• Experience with Azure cloud migration and legacy modernization (.NET, SQL Server).
• Hands-on experience with microservices architecture, microfrontends, Docker, CI/CD (Octopus), GitHub Copilot.
• Proven track record implementing AI, automation, or GenAI solutions in enterprise environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to deliver practical, business-focused solutions.