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# Lead Conversational AI DeveloperEngagement

- **Company:** CareerCircle
- **Location:** Bethesda, MD, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $145,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, XML Schema, Computer-Aided Design, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Apache Tomcat, Server Applications, Application Layers, Business Logic, Systems Engineering, Public-Key Cryptography, Acceptance Test-Driven Development, Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Behavior-Driven Development, Oracle WebLogic Server, Bootstrap (Software), C Sharp (Programming Language), Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), CMake, Configuration Management, Encodings, Signals Intelligence, Computer Programming, Custom Software, Software Debugging, Linux, DevOps, Digital Signature, Eclipse (Software), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Enterprise JavaBeans, Embedded C, Middleware, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Fault Tolerance, Github, Groovy, Human-Computer Interaction, Integrated Development Environments, Java Persistence API, Java Servlet, Spring Framework, Java Transaction API, JSON, Java API for RESTful Web Services (JAX-RS), WildFly (JBoss AS), Junit, Python (Programming Language), Key Management, PostgreSQL, Apache Maven, Microsoft Visual Studio, MongoDB, Natural Language Processing, NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, OpenShift, Pair Programming, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Resource Description Framework (RDF), Power BI, Mockito, Requirements Management, Salesforce.Com, Scaled Agile Framework, Security Software, Selenium, Service-Oriented Architecture, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, SPARQL, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, System Testing, Web Applications, Web Application Frameworks, Web Services, Web Services Description Language, Extensible Markup Language (XML), XQuery, Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformations (XSLT), YAML, Data Processing, Scripting, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Computer Network Operations, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Chatbots, Microsoft Power Automate, Marklogic, Spring-boot, Generative AI, Backend, AngularJS, Jax Ws, Kubernetes, Data Analytics, Build Tools, Cosmos DB, Cloud Integration, Cucumber (Software), GPT, Natural Language Understanding, Software Version Control, Api Management, Serverless Computing, Jasmine, Docker, Katalon Studio, Jenkins, Mulesoft, Programming Languages
- **Published:** June 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/all/all/681743e5-7c3f-475e-aceb-5237f04c7c52

## About the Role

We are seeking a talented and passionate Conversational AI Developer to join our team and play a key role in creating innovative and engaging chatbots and virtual assistants. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, with a focus on AI and natural language processing technologies., * Bachelor's Degree, * 5+ years of experience in software development, preferably with a focus on conversational AI or chatbots

 * Deep expertise in Azure Bot Framework v4, specifically utilizing Adaptive Dialogs, Waterfall Dialogs, and middleware customization
 * Strong backend development skills with advanced proficiency in C#, .NET, JavaScript, CSS, HTML for custom bot logic
 * Hands-on experience with Azure Integration Services, using Azure Functions and Logic Apps to orchestrate workflows between the bot and external systems
 * Proven experience with Salesforce API integrations (REST/SOAP), specifically for managing Live Agent handoffs, Knowledge base retrieval, and Case creation
 * Experience configuring Azure Cosmos DB for storing conversation state, user data, and telemetry logs
 * Experience implementing Hybrid AI strategies, bridging classical NLU services (Azure CLU) with Generative AI models (Azure OpenAI/GPT) for fall-back handling or content generation
 * Middleware familiarity, with exposure to MuleSoft or similar ESB platforms for enterprise-grade data exchange
 * Data-driven optimization skills, utilizing Power BI to analyze conversation logs, identify drop-off points, and drive NLU accuracy improvements
 * SDLC leadership experience, including defining CI/CD pipelines for bot deployment across multiple environments (Dev/Test/Prod)
 * Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
 * Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
 * Passion for innovation and a strong desire to push the boundaries of Conversational AI technology

## Description

Chatbot
Power BI
MuleSoft
Debugging
Leadership
Innovation
Creativity
Middleware
Scalability
Azure OpenAI
Communication
Bot Framework
.NET Framework
Salesforce API
Microsoft Azure
Problem Solving
Azure Cosmos DB
Azure Functions
Azure Logic Apps
Conversational AI
Neuro-Symbolic AI
Workflow Management
User Interface (UI)
Medical Prescription
Software Development
User Experience (UX)
Waterfall Methodology
Artificial Intelligence
C# (Programming Language)
Chartered Life Underwriter
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
Back End (Software Engineering)
HyperText Markup Language (HTML)
JavaScript (Programming Language)
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Generative Artificial Intelligence
Natural Language Understanding (NLU), * Drive the full lifecycle development - from design to deployment - of scalable chatbots and virtual assistants utilizing Microsoft Bot Framework, Kore.ai, or similar CAI technologies

 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product managers, designers, UX/UI specialists) to gather requirements, design conversational flows, and implement user stories
 * Integrate Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Natural Language Understanding (NLU) techniques to enable chatbots to understand user intent and respond accordingly
 * Leverage Generative AI services to enhance chatbot responses with creativity and personalization
 * Develop chatbots for deployment across multiple channels (web, mobile apps, messaging platforms) ensuring a seamless user experience
 * Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure high performance and accuracy of conversational AI solutions
 * Monitor and analyze user interactions and chatbot performance to identify areas for improvement and optimization
 * Stay updated on the latest advancements in Conversational AI technologies and best practices, $130,000.00 - $145,000.00
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