.Net Development lead

Akaasa Technologies; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Akaasa Technologies is seeking a .Net/SQL Server Lead Developer to drive modernization efforts in a hybrid Richmond, VA area setting. The role requires hands-on SQL/.NET work, strong leadership, code reviews, and mentoring of engineers across multi-disciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate will decompose monolithic databases into microservice-aligned schemas, guide cross-team collaboration, and ensure alignment with audit and PCI compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• 10+ years IT experience required.
• 7+ years SQL Server development.
• 5+ years of .NET/C# backend development.

Responsibilities

• Lead design discussions for microservices and API integration.
• Hands-on SQL engineering including schema modernization and performance tuning.
• Support .NET API development and data access patterns.
• Mentor senior engineers and align with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with PM/Scrum Master and SME for project execution.
• Build migration logic and data pipelines using Azure Data Factory.
• Ensure SQL modernization aligns with microservice boundaries and audit timelines.
• Participate in code and documentation reviews.
• Work with cross-functional teams for cohesive delivery.

Skills

SQL Server

.NET/C# backend

Technical leadership

Azure Data Factory

ETL pipelines

Code reviews

Mentoring

Stakeholder interfacing

Agile delivery

Tools

Azure SQL in IaaS VM environments

ADF pipelines

SQL performance tuning

Job description

.Net/SQL Server Lead Developer

looking for people that have been in LEAD role, not just a Sr. Developer. Need to see work involving leading a team, conducting code reviews, mentoring, and interfacing with stakeholders and management and candidates within 50 mile radius of the Richmond VA area.

Extra points for someone with background working for a state dept of transportation.

The Microservices Technical Lead (SQL/.NET) supports the tolling modernization program by providing functional leadership, hands‑on SQL and .NET engineering, and collaborative solution design. This individual partners closely with the PM/Scrum Master, veteran SME, and technical team to decompose the monolithic database into microservice-aligned schemas. The role includes SQL engineering, architecture participation, code reviews, documentation reviews, and strong cross-team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead collaborative technical design discussions for microservices, database restructuring, and API integration.
• Provide hands‑on SQL engineering including schema modernization, stored procedures, views, indexing, and performance tuning.
• Support .NET API development as needed, including backend services and data access patterns.
• Guide senior engineering talent with strong, engaging technical leadership.
• Collaborate with the PM/Scrum Master to support project execution and decision‑making.
• Work closely with the veteran SME for technical alignment and domain expertise.
• Build migration logic and data pipelines using Azure Data Factory (ADF).
• Ensure SQL modernization aligns with microservice boundaries and audit timelines.
• Participate in code reviews and documentation reviews.
• Collaborate with .NET, SQL, BA, QA, DevOps, Cloud, and CAB teams for cohesive delivery.
• Support compliance requirements including PCI, retention rules, and secure data handling.
• Operate effectively within delivery workflows and agile components as needed.

Required Skills

• 10+ years of overall IT experience.
• 7+ years of SQL Server development experience.
• 5+ years of .NET/C# backend development experience.
• 3 5 years of technical lead experience guiding engineering teams.
• 3+ years of modernization or migration project experience.
• 3+ years of experience with Azure SQL on IaaS VMenvironments.
• 3+ years of experience building ADF pipelines and supporting ETL workloads.
• 3+ years of experience supporting delivery and agile teams.

Preferred Skills

• 2+ years of experience in state government or transportation-related environments.
• 2+ years working in regulated or audited environments.
• 2+ years of exposure to microservices architecture concepts.

Collaboration Environment

This role partners closely with a full modernization project team including the PM/Scrum Master, veteran SME, .NET and SQL Developers, Business Analyst, QA, DevOps Engineer, and Cloud Engineer. The Lead ensures unified technical direction, promotes modernization, and supports adherence to audit timelines.

Deliverables & Success Metrics

• Modernized SQL schemas aligned with micro service boundaries.
• High-quality T‑SQL objects, optimized code, and improved performance.
• Collaborative design documentation and technical decision records.
• Successful ADF‑driven migration workflows.
• Clear and consistent collaboration with PM/SM, SME, and project team.
• Positive influence on engineering culture and project momentum.
• Reliable delivery aligned with modernization timelines and audit commitments.

Work Environment & Arrangement

This role follows a hybrid work schedule requiring the developer to be onsite 1 day per week.

Only local candidates will be considered for this position.