Senior .NET Backend Engineer

This is a remote position.

Senior .NET Backend Engineer

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States full-time. We are not able to sponsor applicants for work visas at this time.

About  us: We are backed by a recent $3.8 million investment from top silicon valley investors, we're on a mission to unlock the full potential of developers.

What We Do: Patterned Learning AI platform helps developers learn, grow, and excel by providing intelligent code assistance, identifying areas for improvement, and fostering a collaborative learning environment.

We have a flexible, work-from-home friendly, style of operation with an on site office that is optional.  

Benefits: We offer health benefits and generous PTO packages. 

Our office is dog friendly, has unlimited snacks & drinks, flexible working hours (get out for the pow day!), and lots of rock climbing & skateboarding. 

We also offer competitive healthcare benefits and a 401k program.

At Patterned Learning AI, we are committed to being a fun, groundbreaking, and inclusive place to work. We strongly encourage engineers from all community and traditionally underrepresented backgrounds to apply

Role Description & Responsibilities:

Backend Development:

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance APIs and services using .NET Core / .NET 6+.

Write clean, modular, and testable code with a focus on performance and scalability.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.

System Architecture & Optimization:

Contribute to the architecture and design of backend systems, ensuring they are cloud-ready and scalable.

Optimize databases and queries for performance (SQL Server, PostgreSQL).

Implement secure and reliable authentication and authorization mechanisms (OAuth, JWT).

DevOps & Deployment:

Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate testing, deployment, and monitoring (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).

Containerize applications using Docker and manage deployments with Kubernetes or other orchestration tools.

Optimize cloud deployments (AWS, Azure) for cost, performance, and availability.

Testing & Monitoring:

Develop comprehensive unit tests, integration tests, and load tests.

Implement logging, monitoring, and alerting tools (e.g., Serilog, ELK Stack, or Datadog) to ensure system reliability.

This role will report to the VP of Engineering.

Qualifications:

3+ years of experience developing backend applications with .NET Core / .NET 6+.

Strong experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs.

Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI).

Proficiency in SQL databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) with an understanding of query optimization (and what logic doesn’t belong in a database).

Experience with Docker and containerized deployments.

Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS or Azure.

Familiarity with testing frameworks like xUnit or NUnit.

Knowledge of modern security practices, including authentication and encryption.

Bonus Points for:

Experience with Kubernetes/ECS or other orchestration tools.

Knowledge of event-driven workflow architectures.

Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform.

Prior experience building serverless solutions (Azure Functions, AWS Lambda).

What’s in it for you?

Define our Tech Stack: Work with .NET 6+, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and modernize our cloud infrastructure.

Flexible PTO and plenty of holidays to recharge.

Competitive Benefits: 401k, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage and life and AD&D insurance.

Flexibility: Hybrid work options available with a collaborative and supportive culture.

Professional Development: Opportunities for training, conferences, and mentorship to advance your skills.