Senior Software Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer (.NET & Azure) to join our innovative technology team. You will design, build, and maintain scalable enterprise-grade applications leveraging modern .NET technologies and Microsoft Azure cloud services.

This role emphasizes cloud-native development, microservices architecture, and secure, high-performance coding practices. It is ideal for a skilled engineer who thrives in collaborative Agile environments, embraces continuous learning, and is passionate about delivering robust, future-ready software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Development & Architecture

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using C# and .NET Core / .NET 6+.
• Build microservices-based architectures with reusable and modular components.
• Implement cloud-native solutions using Azure services, including App Services, Functions, Storage, SQL Database, Cosmos DB, and Service Bus.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and services with front-end systems.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and security of applications.
• Apply best practices in coding, architecture, and DevOps for maintainable and extensible solutions.

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2. Tooling & Pipelines

• Implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or other automated build and deployment tools.
• Containerize applications using Docker and manage orchestration with Kubernetes / AKS.
• Monitor and optimize application performance using Azure Monitor and Application Insights.
• Maintain unit tests, integration tests, and automated test frameworks to ensure application quality.

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2. Collaboration & Process

• Collaborate with product managers, QA engineers, DevOps, and other software engineers in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Mentor junior developers and support team growth and skill development.
• Translate functional and technical requirements into high-quality software solutions.

Requirements & Qualifications

Must-Have Skills:

• 6+ years of professional software development experience with .NET Core / .NET 6+.
• Strong proficiency in C# and object-oriented programming.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services.
• Experience developing microservices architectures.
• Knowledge of containerization tools such as Docker and orchestration frameworks like Kubernetes / AKS.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated build/deployment processes.
• Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases (SQL Server, Cosmos DB, or similar).
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and secure software development practices.

Highly Desirable Skills:

• Experience with serverless architectures using Azure Functions and Event Grid.
• Knowledge of event-driven architectures and messaging systems (e.g., Azure Service Bus, Event Hubs).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform).
• Exposure to unit testing frameworks (xUnit, NUnit) and test-driven development (TDD).
• Experience in performance optimization, monitoring, and observability in cloud environments.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and secure software development lifecycle.

Education & Certifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree, higher certificate, or diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or a related field.

Certifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate (optional but advantageous)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Associate (optional but advantageous)
• Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert (optional but advantageous)

Additional Information

• Contract Duration: 12 Months (with possibility of renewal)
• Salary: Market Related 
• Location Options: Johannesburg / Cape Town / Remote
• Must be located in South Africa or have a valid work permit for South Africa