Software Developer (.NET) at pycs

Systems Development (80%)

• Contribute to the technical design process for new system features by analyzing and understanding user requirements.
• Develop and implement new features for systems within agreed timelines, adhering to the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Resolve bugs/issues within defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Maintain, improve, and optimize existing system features as per timelines.
• Conduct peer code reviews and ensure code quality.
• Deploy systems to clients’ live and test environments within set timelines.
• Create reports for various systems using available tools.
• Research improvements, stabilization, and optimization of company systems.
• Contribute to strategic product development and enhancement.
• Document all system and API changes comprehensively and in real-time.
• Write well-designed and testable code adhering to company standards, with thorough documentation.
• Comply with project plans and industry standards.

Support (15%)

• Provide custom development support for specific features and functionality.
• Offer 24/7 technical support to the first-level support team and customers.
• Assist internal and external engineers during system/API integrations.
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, developers, systems analysts, QA engineers, and other stakeholders.

Training (5%)

• Train new and junior engineers as the team grows.
• Continuously learn new skills to stay current with evolving technologies.

Requirements

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Core Development Skills
• .NET Framework & .NET Core: Strong understanding of both .NET Framework and .NET Core for developing scalable and high-performance applications.
• C# Programming: Advanced proficiency in C#, including features like LINQ, async/await, generics, and delegates.
• ASP.NET MVC & ASP.NET Core: Experience building web applications with ASP.NET MVC and ASP.NET Core, including knowledge of Razor Pages, Web API, and middleware.
• Entity Framework (EF) & EF Core: Expertise in using ORM (Object-Relational Mapping) frameworks for efficient database interaction and management.
• Software Architecture & Design
• Microservices Architecture: Knowledge of microservices principles and experience designing and implementing scalable microservices using .NET Core.
• RESTful APIs: Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs for smooth integration with external systems and applications.
• Software Development Lifecycle: Deep understanding of SDLC methodologies like Agile and Scrum, ensuring best practices in development and delivery.
• Cloud & DevOps Skills
• Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS, including services like Azure App Service, AWS Lambda, and cloud-native development practices.
• Version Control & DevOps: Proficiency in Git for version control, with practical experience in CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and other DevOps tools for automated deployment and orchestration.
• Security & Best Practices
• Security: In-depth knowledge of .NET security best practices, including authentication mechanisms (e.g., OAuth, JWT) and techniques for securing APIs and applications from common vulnerabilities.
• Fundamentals
• CLR & Application Frameworks: Solid understanding of the Common Language Runtime (CLR), class libraries, and application frameworks that underpin .NET development

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications in .NET development or cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS) are advantageous.
• Professional Experience
• .NET Development: 5+ years of hands-on experience in software development, specifically in designing and implementing scalable applications.