At a Glance
- Tasks: Build scalable backend applications using C# and .NET while leveraging AI tools.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking tech team embracing AI-assisted software development.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid working, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Initial 3-month contract with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make an impact in AI-driven engineering and enhance your skills with cutting-edge tools.
- Qualifications: Strong experience with C#, .NET, and AI coding tools like GitHub Copilot.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We're looking for an experienced Contract AI Backend Engineer to join a forward-thinking technology team that is actively embracing AI-assisted software development. This is a unique opportunity for a contractor who is already leveraging tools such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Cursor or OpenAI as part of their daily workflow and wants to work in an environment where AI is genuinely embedded into the engineering culture.
You'll be building and enhancing backend systems using C# and .NET whilst helping drive best practice around AI-powered software delivery.
WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?
- Build scalable backend applications using C# and .NET
- Use AI tools to accelerate development, testing and delivery
- Review, validate and improve AI-generated code
- Work across the full software development lifecycle
- Deliver high-quality, secure and maintainable solutions
- Collaborate with Architects, Engineers and Product teams
- Champion modern AI-assisted engineering practices
WE NEED YOU TO HAVE...
- Strong commercial experience with C# and .NET
- Experience building backend applications and APIs
- Hands-on experience with AI coding tools such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Cursor or similar
- Strong understanding of software architecture and engineering best practices
- Experience working within Agile teams
- Excellent communication skills
IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU ALSO HAVE...
- Azure/AWS experience
- CI/CD and DevOps knowledge
- Experience mentoring engineers
- Experience introducing AI engineering practices into development teams
TO BE CONSIDERED...
Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via . For further information, please call me on.
KEY SKILLS: AI Engineer, Software Engineer, Senior Developer, C#, .NET, .NET Core, Backend Engineer, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, OpenAI, AI Assisted Development, Contract, Outside IR35
CONTRACT AI BACKEND ENGINEER (OUTSIDE IR35) in Manchester employer: Searchability
Join a dynamic and innovative technology team in Greater Manchester as a Contract AI Backend Engineer, where you'll be at the forefront of AI-assisted software development. With a hybrid working model, competitive daily rates, and a culture that champions modern engineering practices, this role offers not only immediate project engagement but also opportunities for professional growth and collaboration with talented peers. Embrace the future of technology in an environment that values creativity and excellence.
