Application Developer

Genesee & Wyoming Main • West Henrietta, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Application Developer will be a key contributor within the Application Development team, working closely with a Senior Cloud Architect and a Lead Application Developer to design, develop, test, deploy, and support a broad range of modern software solutions. This role focuses on building predominantly cloud‑hosted applications leveraging the Microsoft .NET ecosystem and Azure platform . Solutions may include web applications, agentic and AI‑enabled applications, APIs, serverless function apps, integration services, and event‑driven systems. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on developer who enjoys solving complex problems, learning new technologies, and collaborating across technical and business teams. While not a strict requirement, exposure to AI‑assisted and AI‑driven development —including working with large language models (LLMs) and modern developer tooling—is highly valued.

Requirements

• Microsoft .NET, C#
• ASP.NET / ASP.NET Core
• Blazor (Server and/or WebAssembly)
• RESTful API design and implementation
• Object‑oriented programming, SOLID principles, and common design patterns
• Azure App Services
• Azure Function Apps (serverless development)
• Azure API Management
• Azure Service Bus
• Azure Event Hubs
• Azure Storage (Blob, Queue, Table)
• Azure Key Vault
• Azure Monitor and Application Insights
• Azure DevOps (repos, pipelines, boards)
• Microsoft SQL Server and T‑SQL
• Document databases such as Azure Cosmos DB
• Event‑driven and message‑based integration patterns
• JSON, XML, and modern data serialization formats
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross‑functional teams
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn new technologies
• Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Bachelor’s degree (BE or BS) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of professional experience as a software or application developer.
• Practical experience with cloud‑hosted applications and modern software architectures.
• Experience working with relational databases and document databases.
• This position is based in our Rochester, NY office and requires regular on-site presence. Relocation is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to AI‑assisted development workflows using tools such as GitHub Copilot and JetBrains Rider
• Familiarity with integrating or experimenting with large language models (LLMs) such as OpenAI, Claude, or Gemini
• Awareness of agentic application concepts, prompt‑driven workflows, and AI‑enabled services using platforms such as Azure AI Foundry
• Ability to leverage AI tools responsibly to improve developer productivity, code quality, and solution design

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high‑quality software solutions using the Microsoft .NET stack and Azure cloud services.
• Build and enhance web applications, APIs, background services, serverless function apps, and event‑driven components in a cloud‑native environment.
• Collaborate with the Senior Cloud Architect and Lead Application Developer on solution design, architectural decisions, and implementation patterns.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, technical design, development, testing, deployment, and production support.
• Develop secure, scalable, and maintainable solutions following modern software engineering principles and best practices.
• Implement and consume RESTful APIs and integrate with internal and external systems using Azure integration services.
• Work with document and relational data stores, selecting appropriate data models and access patterns.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and infrastructure‑aware development practices.
• Assist with troubleshooting, performance tuning, and operational support of production applications as needed.
• Produce clear technical documentation and contribute to shared development standards and patterns.
• Communicate effectively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment and shared understanding.
• Support innovation initiatives, including experimentation with emerging technologies and development approaches.
• This position may require occasional off‑hours support of critical production applications and limited travel, as business needs dictate.
• Perform other duties and participate in projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level