Sr. Software Engineer

Ministry Brands is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our growing team!

Who we are

Ministry Brands is a leading provider of SaaS operational management systems, payments platforms, digital engagement tools and background screening solutions for faith-based, non-profit and for-profit organizations. We serve more than 95,000 customers as a trusted partner in digital transformation and enablement - advancing missions, driving efficiencies, and building engaged communities for more than four decades. The diverse and real-world experiences of our team members serving their communities makes us stronger together and enhances our ability to advance digital transformation for the greater good.

Ministry Brands is committed to acknowledging and valuing our employee differences and to creating an environment in which every individual's unique strengths and abilities are developed and valued. Our employees share in the responsibility for creating this environment and demonstrate mutual respect and acceptance in the workplace. We welcome everyone and are dedicated to creating a culture where all our employees have equal opportunity to be heard and reach their full potential.

Available Location: Alpharetta, GA

Hybrid Working: Team members are expected to come into the Alpharetta office as needed, based on business requirements and team collaboration needs. There is no fixed minimum number of in-office days; instead, attendance will be determined by project demands, meetings, and manager guidance. Any changes to your primary work location should follow the appropriate process as outlined in our handbook.

What You'll Do:

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be a seasoned .NET Developer who thrives on building scalable applications and pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI-driven solutions. This role blends deep technical expertise with a forward-thinking mindset, leveraging tools such as GitHub Copilot to accelerate development and improve code quality. You'll work across the entire stack-from backend APIs to intuitive React frontends-while also contributing to the design and implementation of features powered by machine learning and LLM-based architectures.

Key Responsibilities:

Application Development

• Architect, develop, and maintain full-stack applications using .NET 8+, C#, ASP.NET, and React.

• Build clean, scalable RESTful APIs and microservices

• Implement responsive, component-driven UI using React, JavaScript, and modern frontend tooling

• Ensure high performance, security, and reliability across the stack

• Update and improve existing .NET and ASP applications

AI & Intelligent Services

• Design and implement AI-powered features, including integration with LLMs, vector databases, and inference services

• Collaborate with other development and product teams to translate concepts into production-ready capabilities

• Build pipelines and services that support model deployment, fine-tuning, and monitoring

Developer Productivity & Tooling

• Use GitHub Copilot and related AI-assisted development tools to accelerate coding, testing, and documentation

• Advocate for best practices in code quality, automation, and developer experience

• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives

Collaboration & Leadership

• Mentor junior developers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence

• Work closely with architects, product managers, UX designers, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact features

• Contribute to technical decision-making and guide the evolution of application architecture

Who You Are:

• Passionate about software development and enthusiastic about helping purpose-driven organizations

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• 5+ years of professional software development experience

• Strong expertise in C#, .NET 8+, Entity Framework, and API development

• Advanced proficiency with React, TypeScript, and modern frontend frameworks

• Hands-on experience integrating or developing AI/ML services, such as LLMs, embeddings, or model-driven workflows

• Familiarity with GitHub Copilot or similar AI-assisted development tools

• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to lead complex technical initiatives

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience building cloud native applications (Azure preferred)

• Experience with Azure services, APIs, or custom model deployment

• Background in distributed systems, performance tuning, or large-scale application design

• Prior experience mentoring teams or leading technical projects

What Success Looks Like:

• You deliver high-quality, maintainable code that scales

• You elevate the team's productivity by championing AI-assisted development

• You help shape the architecture and roadmap for intelligent, modern applications

• You collaborate effectively and contribute to a culture of innovation and excellence

Physical Considerations:

• Ability to work efficiently and be productive in a remote work environment

• Ability to handle extended periods of computer-based work, and collaborate with team via Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and other meeting technologies

Travel Considerations:

• Domestic and/or international travel required, estimated up to 5%

Benefit offerings designed to promote a life of balance!

At Ministry Brands, we recognize that your career is just one important piece of your dynamic life. We offer a robust range of benefit offerings designed to cultivate a lifestyle of balance and personal success.

Robust healthcare options- Employees have several healthcare options to choose from in order to find what works best for them.

Flexible paid time off- There is no perfect, one size fits all balance between work and home. We provide flexible work schedules, PTO for vacation, and up to 80 hours of paid sick/safe leave. We also feature 11.5 days of fully paid holidays!

Paid parental leave- Adding a new child to the family is a big adjustment! We provide the time and income to allow parents to adjust to their new normal in the healthiest way possible.

Mental health support- Ministry Brands is a stigma free company with the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Associates are supported through an Employee Assistance Program which provides access to in-person or virtual counseling at no cost.

Professional development reimbursement- Ministry Brands aims to support your professional development and empower you to drive your career by providing financial assistance to our associates seeking to further their education and career.

Employee Recognition & Rewards- At Ministry Brands, we use Nectar to celebrate achievements and strengthen our culture of recognition. This social platform empowers employees to send meaningful kudos, award points redeemable for rewards, and highlight contributions that exemplify our values. Through Nectar, we foster engagement and appreciation while providing tangible ways to recognize great work.

Ministry Brands is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.