Junior .NET Developer

Abel Personnel; Remote; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Junior .NET Software Developer to support a vital project for a government department. This role involves designing and developing secure web applications using .NET Core and ASP.NET Core. Candidates should have around 3 years of experience, particularly with .NET Core and React. The position allows remote work within the U.S. but may require some travel to project locations in Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• Approximately 3 years of professional software development experience.
• Hands-on experience with React is mandatory.
• Proficiency with ASP.NET Core and Entity Framework Core.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain secure web applications using .NET Core.
• Develop and maintain ETL pipelines and scripts.
• Partner with product managers and developers to translate designs into applications.

Skills

.NET Core

React

C#

SQL

Git

NUnit

Tools

PostgreSQL

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Abel Personnel is seeking a high-integrity, technically sound Junior .NET Software Developer to support a mission-critical project for the PA Department of Human Services (OMAP). This is a long-term, multi-year contract opportunity for a developer who thrives in collaborative environments and is committed to writing clean, scalable code.

Compensation & Engagement

• Salary: $65,000 – $75,000 per year based on experience.
• Bonus: Potential for annual performance-based bonuses.
• Employment Type: Candidates must be able to work as a W2 employee.
• Location: Remote, however, work must be performed from within the United States.
• Travel: Up to 25% travel to project offices in Harrisburg, PA may be required.

Core Technical Stack

• Primary: .NET Core, React, and PostgreSQL.
• Testing & Tools: NUnit/XUnit, Git, and GitLab.

Key Responsibilities

• Development: Design, develop, and maintain secure web applications using .NET Core and ASP.NET Core.
• Data Integration: Develop and maintain ETL pipelines and scripts to ensure seamless data flow.
• Collaboration: Partner with product managers and fellow developers to translate wireframes and designs into functional applications.
• Maintenance: Enhance existing dashboards and applications while contributing to new development efforts.
• Code Quality: Participate in rigorous code reviews, providing constructive feedback to ensure consistency across the team.
• Optimization: Troubleshoot and optimize application performance to exceed business requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Approximately 3 years of professional software development experience, with a specific focus on the .NET Core ecosystem.
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with React is mandatory.
• Framework Mastery: Proficiency with C#, ASP.NET Core, and Entity Framework Core.
• Database Skills: Solid experience working with relational databases (SQL Server or PostgreSQL) and writing SQL queries.
• Version Control: Professional experience using Git/GitLab in a team environment, including creating merge requests and participating in code reviews.
• Testing: Experience writing automated unit tests using NUnit or XUnit.
• Communication: Clear and effective communication skills with strong attention to detail.

Preferred Skills

• Cloud & DevOps: Exposure to AWS (cloud-native development) and containerization tools like Docker or Kubernetes.
• Specialization: Prior experience with ETL script development.

Operational Requirements

• Work Hours: Must be available and video-capable during standard work hours aligned with the Eastern US Time Zone.
• Vetting Standards: As part of the high-integrity vetting process for this project, candidates must be prepared for a 360-degree workspace scan and a strict "No AI Assistance" policy during technical interviews.