Staff Engineer- Backend engineer -Azure

Service Bus, Azure SQL and Cosmos DB, with containers (Docker, AKS), CI/CD through Azure Dev Ops and Infrastructure as Code. Our products have AI at their core: our applications make calls to Large Language Models (LLMs) and use AI models to deliver intelligent features. In this role, you will focus primarily on the backend and cloud services that power these AI-enabled products, while contributing across the stack. What You will do: Key

RESPONSIBILITIES

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs, primarily using .NET (C#), along with other languages such as Python and C++ where needed. Design and implement event-driven architectures using messaging and event-streaming services (e.g., Azure Service Bus, Event Grid, Event Hubs). Build and integrate AI capabilities into our products, including services that make calls to LLMs and consume AI models. Develop and optimize backend services, APIs, and database interactions using MS SQL and No SQL databases (e.g., Cosmos DB, Mongo DB). Deploy, manage, and monitor applications on Microsoft Azure, leveraging services like App Services, Azure Functions, Azure Dev Ops, Azure Storage, and Azure SQL.Contribute to front-end work on Single Page Applications (SPA) when needed. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Managers, UI/UX Designers, and QA Engineers. Write clean, scalable, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards. Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across the stack. Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies. What You Need: Required Skills &

QUALIFICATIONS

7-10 years of professional software development experience, with a strong focus on backend development.Strong proficiency in .NET Core / .NET Framework, C#, and Entity Framework. Proficiency in more than one programming language; experience with Python and/or C++ in addition to C# is highly desirable.Strong backend engineering skills, including designing RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems with a focus on performance, scalability, and reliability. Knowledge of event-driven architecture for backend systems (e.g., message queues, pub/sub, event streaming, asynchronous processing).Experience with Containers i.e Docker, AKS, ACR.Proficiency in MS SQL Server and experience with No SQL databases. Solid experience with Azure Cloud Services including App Services, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, and Azure Storage. AWS good to have.Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems like Git.Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

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QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with Single Page Application (SPA) frameworks (e.g., Angular, React) is good to have but not required; strong backend experience is prioritized over front-end experience. Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Ia C) tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates is a plus. Understanding of authentication and authorization using OAuth 2.0 / Open ID Connect is a plus. Experience building products that integrate with LLMs (e.g., Azure Open AI) or other AI/ML models is a plus.Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-204, AZ-400) are a plus. Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies. Travel Percentage: None Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes. We are proud to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces! For more information, visit: www.stryker.com Work Flexibility Remote – Role allows you to work the majority to 100% of time from an alternate workplace. These roles could have travel expectations, and you must work within the country of the job requisition location. Field-based – You can expect to regularly work a majority to 100% of time at customer facilities and has a set territory or expectation to travel within a set boundary. Almost all sales roles would likely be qualified as field-based. Onsite – Role is 100% located at a Stryker facility. Some ad hoc flexibility may be available depending on role, level, and job requirements. Manufacturing roles and any role that requires physical presence at the office would qualify under this category. Hybrid – You can expect to regularly work in both an alternate workplace and a Stryker facility. Roles that are partially remote or co-located would qualify as hybrid, and the expectation to be onsite would be defined and agreed upon by your manager/supervisor.