Job Description

About the Role

The Software Development Engineer (SDE) – Backend plays a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance backend systems and APIs within an Agile Scrum environment. The SDE collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to build reliable and secure services that power enterprise-grade applications.

This role emphasizes server-side development, API design, database optimization, and Azure-based cloud services. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with strong expertise in C#/.NET technologies and modern DevOps practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs, microservices, and backend components using C# and .NET Core/.NET 6+

• Collaborate with architects and DevOps engineers to implement cloud-native solutions on Microsoft Azure (App Services, Service Bus, AKS, etc.).

• Build and optimize SQL Server and Oracle database queries, stored procedures, and schema designs for scalability and performance.

• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Terraform, and Octopus Deploy

• Participate in the migration of on-premise systems to Azure Cloud, ensuring security, performance, and reliability.

• Contribute to test automation efforts using tools such as SpecFlow and Postman

• Write secure, testable, and reusable code, adhering to clean code and SOLID principles.

• Troubleshoot complex production issues and provide timely resolutions.

• Collaborate with team members to continuously improve development practices and system performance.

Qualifications and Ideal Candidate Profile

Technical and Professional Competencies

• Proven expertise in C# and the NET Framework / .NET Core ecosystem.

• Strong understanding of API development, microservices architecture, and message-based systems

• Experience with Azure cloud services, including App Services, Service Bus, Functions, and Kubernetes (AKS)

• Proficiency with SQL Server and Oracle database development and optimization.

• Familiarity with CI/CD automation, infrastructure as code, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

• Experience with test automation frameworks (SpecFlow, NUnit, xUnit).

• Knowledge of secure coding practices, authentication, and authorization mechanisms (OAuth, JWT, etc.).

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to scalability, reliability, and performance.

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and participating in code reviews and sprint ceremonies.

Technical Expertise

• Programming Languages: C#, .NET Core, .NET 6+

• Cloud: Microsoft Azure (App Services, Service Bus, Kubernetes, Functions, Storage)

• Databases: SQL Server, Oracle

• DevOps & Automation: Azure DevOps (YAML, ARM), Terraform, Octopus Deploy

• Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes (AKS)

• Code Quality & Security: SonarQube, Checkmarx

• Source Control: Git

• Scripting: PowerShell, Bash

• Testing Tools: SpecFlow, Postman

• Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, Azure CLI

Experience and Education

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience: 6–10 years of professional backend development experience with C# and .NET technologies

Preferred: Hands-on experience with Azure Cloud, microservices, and CI/CD automation