Senior Software Engineer

Quest Software's AI Center of Excellence in Cork, Ireland is seeking a Software Developer with expertise in the Microsoft technology stack. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in .NET technologies, C#, and SQL Server, and will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of scalable enterprise applications. As the central hub for AI innovation across Quest's SaaS platform ecosystem, our Cork-based AI CoE shapes the future of enterprise AI solutions serving millions of users worldwide. In this role, you will design and implement AI-powered solutions on Microsoft Azure, take ownership of specific AI system components, and collaborate closely with data scientists and senior engineers to deliver scalable, production-ready AI systems. Responsibilities: Design, develop, test, and maintain web and desktop applications using Microsoft technologies (.NET Core/.NET Framework, C#, ASP.NET, Blazor, etc.) Implement and maintain RESTful APIs and integrate with third-party services Work with SQL Server to design and optimize database schemas, queries, and stored procedures Design and implement AI/ML model deployment pipelines on Azure (Azure ML, AKS, Azure Functions) Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and QA engineers Participate in code reviews, debugging, and performance tuning Produce testing documentation and demos Adhere to Quests software development methodology and security best practices Accurately estimate work and participate in planning activities Stay current with emerging technologies and apply them to improve development practices Honor commitments to the team and business, and contribute meaningfully in team meetings Produces testing documentation and demos. Qualifications: Required Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) 8+ years of professional experience in software development using Microsoft technologies Strong experience with C#/.NET development and Python Proficiency in .NET Core/.NET Framework, ASP.NET MVC/Web API Experience with SQL Server and relational database design Hands-on experience with Azure ML, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD Understanding of machine learning model deployment and MLOps practices Familiarity with Azure services (App Services, Azure Functions, Azure DevOps) Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Communicate directly with customers as needed to diagnose issues or gather feedback. Demonstrate deep subject matter expertise within the product domain, the product technology stack, or the tools used to build the product Nice to Have Experience with Azure OpenAI and Cognitive Services Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, ARM templates) Experience with microservices architecture Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies Experience with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like Angular or React Is self-motivated, requiring minimal supervision Company Overview Quest Software builds the foundation for enterprise AI with solutions in data governance, cybersecurity, and platform modernization. More than 45,000 companies including 90% of the Fortune 500 trust Quest to solve their most critical IT challenges. From securing identities and modernizing platforms to preparing data for AI, we help enterprises unlock their full potential. Why Quest At Quest, your work makes an impact. Youll help organizations get AI-ready while building your career with a global team of innovators. We offer: Competitive pay, annual bonuses, and top-performer recognition. Comprehensive health, family, and retirement benefits. Flexible work options, generous PTO, and wellness programs. Professional growth through learning platforms, mentorship, and leadership programs. Inclusive teams that reflect the world we serve, supported by Employee Resource Groups and our Equality & Inclusion Council. Come join us. For more information, visit us on the web at Job seekers should be aware of fraudulent job offers from online scammers and only apply to roles listed on using our applicant system. Note: We do not use text messaging or third-party messaging apps like Telegram to communicate with applicants, so please exercise caution if you are approached in this way and only interact with people claiming to be Quest employees if they have an email address ending .