PrincipalSoftwareEngineer(AI-R&D)

**Key Responsibilities** * Own the R&D backlog (AI experiments, architecture spikes, technology validation). * Research, prototype, and evaluate AI models, frameworks, tools, and platforms. * Translate ambiguous ideas into feasible technical approaches, risks, and trade-offs. * Design and build customer-facing POCs and reusable demo frameworks. * Support pre-sales with technical deep dives and feasibility validation. * Define where AI adds real value and build measurable AI POCs. * Maintain an internal AI knowledge base (models tested, results, lessons learned). * Build internal platforms, SDKs, accelerators, and automation tools. * Scout and evaluate vendors, platforms, and tools through comparison POCs. * Produce data-driven technical recommendations for leadership. **Key Skills & Qualifications** * Strong software engineering background with **.NET (mandatory)**. * Experience with **Python is a plus** , especially in AI/ML contexts. * Solid understanding or hands-on experience in **AI/ML concepts and tools** (preferred). * Familiarity with **vibe coding tools and modern AI-assisted development approaches**. * Experience or exposure to **low-code platforms** is highly recommended. * Proven ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and frameworks. * Strong prototyping mindset with the ability to turn ideas into working solutions quickly. * Ability to work across R&D, architecture, and pre-sales functions. We are looking for someone who is not only technically strong but also has a mindset of continuous experimentation and innovation, capable of pushing forward our AI and R&D initiatives. **Requirements** **Key Responsibilities** * Own the R&D backlog (AI experiments, architecture spikes, technology validation). * Research, prototype, and evaluate AI models, frameworks, tools, and platforms. * Translate ambiguous ideas into feasible technical approaches, risks, and trade-offs. * Design and build customer-facing POCs and reusable demo frameworks. * Suppo