- 5+ years of professional experience in backend development
- Strong expertise in .NET / .NET Core, C#, and related frameworks (ASP.NET Core, Web API, Entity Framework)
- Solid understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and clean architecture principles
- Hands-on experience with relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or similar) including query optimization
- Working knowledge of Python for scripting, automation, or data-related tasks
- Exposure to AI/ML concepts, tools, or APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Azure AI, scikit-learn, or similar) is a solid plus
- Experience with RESTful API design, authentication/authorization, and API security best practices
- Understanding of cloud platforms (Azure preferred; AWS/GCP also relevant)