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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Software Engineer (Hybrid) - **Company:** Selective Insurance - **Location:** Charlotte, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $176,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Component-Based Software Engineering, Application Configuration Access Protocols, Application Frameworks, Application Integration Architecture, Application Release Automation, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Business Process Management, Business Software, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Engineering, Software Quality, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Decision Support Systems, Dependency Injection, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Enterprise Messaging Systems, RabbitMQ, Tensorflow, Azure Machine Learning, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, YAML, Pega, Azure Service Bus, Data Logging, Sql Optimization, Pytorch, ReactJS, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, AI Platforms, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Graphql, Front End Software Development, Asynchronous Programming, Api Design, Restful APIs, Domain Driven Design, Software Version Control, Docker, Web Api, Microservices - **Published:** September 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18315878?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18315878%2FLead-Software-Engineer-Hybrid-North-Carolina-Charlotte ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred. * 7+ years of hands-on software engineering experience, including technical leadership or architecture responsibilities. * Deep experience with .NET technologies, including C#, ASP.NET Core, Web APIs, dependency injection, asynchronous programming, application configuration, logging, and modern integration patterns. * Strong understanding of modern software frameworks, reusable libraries, design patterns, domain-driven concepts, API-first development, and clean architecture principles. * Strong working knowledge of Azure cloud services and cloud-native architecture, with the ability to design secure, scalable, observable, and resilient application components. * Experience designing microservices, REST or GraphQL APIs, event-driven systems, and containerized applications using Docker or Kubernetes. * Proficiency with DevOps practices, including CI/CD, YAML pipelines, automated testing, Infrastructure as Code, release automation, source control strategy, and environment management. * Demonstrated ability to conduct effective code reviews, improve engineering quality, solve complex technical problems, and mentor software engineers in modern development practices. * Ability to evaluate AI-enabled use cases and collaborate with architecture, data, and product teams to integrate AI capabilities responsibly into enterprise business applications. * Familiarity with business process management platforms, especially Pega, is a plus. * Experience in regulated industries, particularly Property and Casualty insurance or Claims operations, is preferred. Preferrd Qualifications: * Experience with Azure AI Services, Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, Azure Machine Learning, or similar AI platforms. * Experience integrating AI-enabled capabilities through REST APIs, SDKs, prompt orchestration, or platform services. * Experience with Python or familiarity with machine learning and deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch. * Hands-on experience with BPM platforms, with Pega experience preferred. * Experience with front-end frameworks, preferably Angular or React. * Advanced SQL skills and experience with data streaming or messaging technologies, preferably Kafka, Azure Service Bus, Event Hubs, or RabbitMQ. * Knowledge of data privacy, compliance, governance, and security considerations for cloud and AI adoption. ## Description * Lead the design, development, and deployment of cloud-native, full-stack applications using .NET and Azure, with a focus on scalability, performance, resiliency, and maintainability. * Establish and promote coding standards, reusable design patterns, technical guidance, and engineering best practices across software delivery teams. * Champion automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code, secure coding practices, and high-quality technical documentation. * Evaluate and support AI-enabled capabilities, including Azure AI Services where appropriate, to improve automation, intelligent guidance, decision support, and operational efficiency within Claims. * Conduct code reviews, provide constructive technical feedback, and mentor engineers in cloud-native architecture, AI integration, agile delivery, and modern software engineering practices. * Partner with product, QA, architecture, security, operations, and business stakeholders to clarify requirements, refine technical solutions, and deliver business-aligned capabilities for Claims. * Continuously evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and delivery practices that can improve engineering productivity, software quality, reliability, and security. * Ensure solutions meet enterprise standards for quality, performance, observability, security, compliance, and operational support. ## Related Videos - [Inside the AI Revolution: How Microsoft is Empowering the World to Achieve More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/869-inside-the-ai-revolution-how-microsoft-is-empowering-the-world-to-achieve-more) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [CI/CD with Github Actions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/856-ci-cd-with-github-actions) - [The Software Engineer 2030: From Coder To AI Orchestrator? - Patrick Schnell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1825-the-software-engineer-2030-from-coder-to-ai-orchestrator-patrick-schnell) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Will AI replace Software Engineers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/340-will-ai-replace-software-engineers) - [MLOps And AI Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/82-mlops-and-ai-driven-development) - [Transforming Software Development: The Role of AI and Developer Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/527-transforming-software-development-the-role-of-ai-and-developer-tools)