Engineering Manager / Technical Architect

At PDI Technologies, we empower some of the world's leading convenience retail and petroleum brands with cutting-edge technology solutions that drive growth and operational efficiency. By “Connecting Convenience” across the globe, we empower businesses to increase productivity, make more informed decisions, and engage faster with customers through loyalty programs, shopper insights, and unmatched real-time market intelligence via mobile applications, such as GasBuddy.  We’re a global team committed to excellence, collaboration, and driving real impact. Explore our opportunities and become part of a company that values diversity, integrity, and growth.   Role Overview: We are looking for a seasoned .NET Architect with strong expertise in distributed systems, Angular-based full-stack development, and emerging AI-driven (Agentic) development practices. You will lead architecture design, build scalable platforms, and drive adoption of AI-powered engineering workflows. Key Responsibilities

Architect and build scalable, high-performance distributed systems using .NET.

Lead full-stack design using .NET (backend) + Angular (frontend).

Design event-driven, microservices-based architectures.

Optimize and manage MS SQL Server (query tuning, indexing, performance).

Implement real-time and high-throughput systems.

Drive Agentic Development, including:

• AI-assisted coding, testing, and review
• Integration of LLMs (Claude, Codex, GPT, etc.)
• Building autonomous workflows using AI agents
• Define best practices, architecture standards, and mentor engineering teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions.

Qualifications

10+ years in software development with strong .NET Core / C# expertise

Proven experience as a Technical Architect / Lead

Strong experience with:

• Angular (modern versions)
• Microservices & distributed systems
• MS SQL Server (performance tuning, indexing, complex queries)
• Hands-on experience with:
  • Messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, Service Bus)
  • Caching (Redis)
  • Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP)
  • Solid understanding of system design, scalability, and resiliency patterns
    AI / Agentic Development Experience
  • Experience working with LLMs (Claude, Codex, GPT, etc.)
  • Familiarity with:
  • Prompt engineering
  • AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Copilot)
  • Building or integrating AI-driven workflows or agents

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with real-time systems (SignalR/ WebSockets)
• Knowledge of DDD and performance optimization across stack
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines .
• Strong architectural thinking and problem-solving
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to drive innovation and influence technical direction

Behavioral Competencies

Ensures Accountability

Manages Complexity

Communicates Effectively

Balances Stakeholders

Collaborates Effectively

PDI is committed to offering a well-rounded benefits program, designed to support and care for you, and your family throughout your life and career.  This includes a competitive salary, market-competitive benefits, and a quarterly perks program. We encourage a good work-life balance with ample time off [time away] and, where appropriate, hybrid working arrangements.  Employees have access to continuous learning, professional certifications, and leadership development opportunities. Our global culture fosters diversity, inclusion, and values authenticity, trust, curiosity, and diversity of thought, ensuring a supportive environment for all.