Senior .NET Developer

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior .NET Developer with strong hands-on coding expertise to join our dynamic development team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the .NET framework, C#, and related technologies, along with a passion for building high-quality, scalable, and robust software applications. This role involves actively contributing to all phases of the development lifecycle, leading complex projects, and mentoring junior developers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Application Development:

  • Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code using C# and the .NET framework.
  • Build and enhance applications, services, and integrations in alignment with business requirements.
  • Implement best practices in coding, scalability, and security.

• Project Leadership:

  • Lead the architecture and design of new features and applications.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.

• Full Software Development Lifecycle:

  • Participate in requirement analysis, design discussions, and code reviews.
  • Write unit tests to ensure code quality and maintainability.
  • Debug and resolve complex technical issues in applications.

• Performance Optimization:

  • Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to mitigate and address these issues.
  • Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.

• Continuous Improvement:

  • Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and methodologies.

Qualifications:

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in software development using .NET technologies.
  • Proven hands-on experience with C#, .NET Framework, and .NET Core.
  • Experience in leading development projects and working in an agile environment.

• Technical Skills:

  • Programming Languages: Strong proficiency in C#.
  • Frameworks: Extensive experience with .NET Framework, .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, and Web API.
  • Front-End Technologies: Familiarity with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and libraries or frameworks like Angular, React, or Vue.js is a plus.
  • Databases: Proficient in SQL Server, including writing complex queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning.
  • ORM Tools: Experience with Entity Framework or Dapper.
  • Web Services: Strong understanding of RESTful API design and implementation.
  • Cloud Services: Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS is highly desirable.
  • Version Control: Proficient with Git and collaborative workflows.
  • Testing Frameworks: Experience with unit testing frameworks like NUnit, xUnit, or MSTest.
  • Design Patterns: Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) and common design patterns.

• Soft Skills:

  • Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Leadership: Proven ability to lead and mentor development teams.
  • Team Player: Collaborative attitude with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Adaptability: Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and frameworks.

• Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications:

  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate or AWS Certified Developer.
  • Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) or equivalent certifications.

• Additional Skills:

  • Experience with microservices architecture and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or GitLab CI/CD.
  • Knowledge of message brokers like RabbitMQ, Kafka, or Azure Service Bus.
  • Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Cassandra.