Senior Software Engineer

Title

Location:

Employment

Reports To: IT Technical Manager / Director of Technology

Experience Level:

About the Role

Senior Software Engineer

You'll be instrumental in building and modernizing mission-critical applications using the latest Microsoft technology stack, with a strong emphasis on cloud-native architecture, Al-assisted development practices, and scalable enterprise solutions.

The ideal candidate is a technology enthusiast who stays current with emerging trends, embraces Al-powered development tools, and has a proven track record of delivering complex, high-performance applications in enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Architecture & Design

• Enterprise Architecture:

  Design and architect scalable, secure, and maintainable enterprise applications using modern software design patterns and cloud-native principles

• Technical

  Leadership:

  Provide architectural guidance and technical direction to development teams, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and best practices

• System

  Integration:

  Design integration strategies across multiple systems, APIs, and data sources, ensuring seamless data flow and interoperability
• Technology Evaluation: Research, evaluate, and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and tools to improve development efficiency and system performance

• Documentation:

  Create comprehensive technical documentation including architecture diagrams, design specifications, and API documentation

Application Development

• Full-Stack Development: Develop robust, scalable applications using

  C#,

  ASP.NET

Core, Web API, and Angular (v14+)

• Backend Development: Build high-performance RESTfuI APIs, microservices, and server-side logic using .NET Core/.NET 6+
• Frontend Development: Create responsive, intuitive user interfaces using Angular, TypeScript, HTMLS, CSS3, and modern UI frameworks
• Database Design: Design and optimize database schemas, stored procedures, and queries using

  SQL

  Server,

  Entity

  Framework Core,

  and

  LINQ

• Cloud Development: Build and deploy cloud-native applications on Azure (App Services, Functions, Storage, Service Bus, etc.)

• Al-Assisted Development:

  Leverage

  Al-powered coding tools

  (GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, TabNine, etc.) to accelerate development, improve code quality, and enhance productivity

DevOps & Cloud Infrastructure

• CI/CD Implementation:

  Design and implement continuous integration and deployment pipelines using Azure DevOps (Pipelines, Repos, Boards)

• Infrastructure

  as

  Code:

  Create and maintain infrastructure using ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform

• Cloud

  Architecture:

  Architect and implement Azure solutions including App Services, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Service Bus, API Management, and Application Insights

• Containerization:

  Work with Docker and Azure Container Services for containerized deployments

• Monitoring &

  Performance: Implement application monitoring, logging, and performance optimization strategies using Azure Monitor and Application Insights

Quality & Best Practices

• Test-Driven Development: Apply TDD principles using xUnit, NUnit, or MSTest to ensure code reliability and maintainability
• Code Quality: Conduct thorough code reviews, enforce SOLID principles, and promote clean code practices

• Security:

  Implement security best practices including

  OAuth2,

  OpenlD

  Connect,

  Azure

AD/Entra ID, data encryption, and secure coding standards

• Performance

  Optimization:

  Profile and optimize application performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement caching strategies (Redis, In-Memory)

• Agile

  Practices:

  Participate actively in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming

Collaboration & Mentorship

• Team

  Collaboration:

  Work closely with product owners, project managers, QA engineers, and cross-functional teams

• Client

  Engagement:

  Participate in requirement gathering sessions, demos, and technical discussions with clients and stakeholders

• Mentorship:

  Provide guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning
• Knowledge Sharing: Conduct technical workshops, code reviews, and share best practices with the team

Required Qualifications

Technical Expertise

Core Technologies:

• C# / .NET Core / .NET 6+ 8+ years of professional experience

• ASP.NET

  Core

  I

  Web

  API

  — Expert-level proficiency in building RESTfuI services
• Angular (v14+) — 5+ years of hands-on development experience

• TypeScript

  /

  JavaScript

  — Strong front-end development skills including ES6+, RxJS, and modern JavaScript patterns
• SQL Server — Advanced database design, query optimization, and performance tuning

• Entity

  Framework Core

  /

  LINQ

  — Deep understanding of ORM patterns and database access

Cloud & DevOps:

• Microsoft

  Azure

  — Production experience with Azure App Services, Functions, Storage, SQL Database, Service Bus, API Management
• Azure DevOps — Hands-on experience creating CI/CD pipelines, managing repositories, and tracking work items
• Git — Proficient with version control, branching strategies, and collaborative workflows

• Docker

  — Understanding of containerization and orchestration concepts

Modern Development Practices:

• Al-Assisted Coding

  — Comfortable using tools like GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT Code Interpreter, TabNine, or similar AI development assistants

• Test-Driven

  Development

  (TDD)

  — Proven experience writing unit tests, integration tests, and automated testing

• Microservices

  Architecture

  — Experience designing and implementing microservices-based applications

• API

  Design

  — Strong understanding of RESTfuI API design principles, API versioning, and documentation (Swagger/OpenAPl)

Security & Authentication:

• OAuth2

  /

  OpenlD

  Connect

  — Implementation experience with modern authentication protocols
• Azure AD / Entra ID — Integration with Microsoft identity platforms

• Security

  Best

  Practices

  — Knowledge of OWASP Top 10, secure coding practices, and data protection

Additional

• Frontend Frameworks: Experience with React, Vue.js, or Blazor
• State Management: NgRx, Redux, or similar state management libraries
• Message Queues: RabbitMQ, Azure Service Bus, or Kafka
• NoSQL Databases: Cosmos DB, MongoDB, or similar document databases
• Data Warehousing: Experience with Azure Synapse, Snowflake, or similar platforms
• Reporting Tools: Power BI, SSRS, or similar BI tools
• GraphQL: Experience building or consuming GraphQL APIs
• SignalR: Real-time communication implementation
• Python: Basic scripting or data processing capabilities

• Terraform

  /

  ARM Templates:

  Infrastructure as Code experience

Core Competencies

• Problem-Solving:

  Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with a systematic approach to debugging and troubleshooting

• Architecture

  Mindset:

  Strong understanding of software architecture patterns (CQRS, Event-Driven, Domain-Driven Design, Clean Architecture)

• Communication:

  Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead technical initiatives, mentor team members, and drive architectural decisions

• Adaptability:

  Self-motivated with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies

• Collaboration:

  Strong team player with experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

• Innovation:

  Passionate about technology with a continuous learning mindset and interest in emerging trends (AI/ML, Cloud, IoT)

Education & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Minimum 8-10 years of professional software development experience with .NET technologies
• At least 3-5 years of hands-on experience with Angular and modern front-end development
• Proven track record of architecting and delivering enterprise-scale applications
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams with distributed/remote collaboration

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Microsoft Certifications (Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Developer Associate, or similar)
• Experience in retail, healthcare, or education technology sectors
• Background in data integration, ETL processes, or data warehousing
• Contributions to open-source projects or active technical community participation