Remote Backend C#/.NET Developer — AI Research & Domain Evaluation

ZR Talent Group has an active remote opening for a Remote Backend C#/.NET Developer — AI Research & Domain Evaluation ($60 - $110/hour). This flexible work-from-home role pairs experienced practitioners in C#, .NET, MySQL with leading machine learning laboratories to author high-difficulty prompts, verify factual and technical rigor, and refine multi-step reasoning outputs.

Prior experience building machine learning systems is not required—our research partners value authentic practitioner judgment, domain rigor, and clear analytical writing.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and APIs using C# and .NET frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and deliver scalable solutions.
• Ensure high standards of code quality, reliability, and security in all backend implementations.
• Optimize existing backend processes for performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve backend issues efficiently in production and staging environments.
• Document technical specifications and backend architecture clearly for team collaboration.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and best practices.

Required Qualifications & Technical Criteria

• Expert-level proficiency in C# and the .NET ecosystem.
• Strong experience with MySQL databases, including schema design and query optimization.
• Solid understanding of server-side logic, RESTful API development, and integration patterns.
• Track record of writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on clarity and collaboration.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote setting while managing priorities effectively.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous learning.

Preferred Experience & Bonus Attributes

• Experience developing and deploying cloud-hosted applications (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Background working with distributed teams and Agile methodologies.
• Previous work in high-growth, innovation-driven environments.

Compensation, Remote Eligibility & Schedule

• Compensation Band: $60 - $110/hour
• Work Model: 100% Remote / Work From Home with flexible asynchronous scheduling
• Eligible Remote Locations: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Current Openings: 2 active specialist positions
• Hiring Organization: ZR Talent Group
• Core Skills & Technologies: C#, .NET, MySQL