Senior Software Architect

Nationsbenefits; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission program

Job summary

NationsBenefits is seeking an experienced backend architect/developer to lead design and delivery of scalable .NET Core APIs and microservices on Azure. You will guide architecture, implement secure APIs, and drive performance with caching and DB optimizations.

The role requires 8-10 years in backend development, strong C#, Azure, and DevOps skills, plus leadership experience. On-site Florida location with commission-based earning opportunities and growth.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in backend development and architecture.
• Strong proficiency in C#, .NET Core, EF Core, and ASP.NET Core.
• Experience in microservices design patterns, orchestration, and API Gateway.
• Hands-on experience with Azure cloud-native development.
• Proficiency in Azure Service Bus, RabbitMQ, Azure Kubernetes Service, and Azure Service Fabric.
• Experience in high-performance application development using caching techniques.
• Strong understanding of OOP, SOLID principles, and design patterns.
• Experience in SSO implementations and secure API development.
• Knowledge of Azure Cognitive Services, Azure Search, and Azure Event Grid is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop testable, scalable, and high-performing .NET Core Web APIs and backend systems.
• Implement ASP.NET Core features such as Middleware, Filters & Attributes, Authentication & Authorization, and Dependency Injection.
• Architect and develop microservices-based applications, including API Gateway and microservices orchestration.
• Hands-on experience in Azure cloud services and cloud-native solutions.
• Proficiency in Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines and application deployment.
• Work with Azure App Service, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Key Vault, Blob Storage, and Service Bus.
• Strong expertise in SQL Server, Azure Cosmos DB, and NoSQL databases.
• Develop unit tests using xUnit, Moq/NSubstitute with high code coverage.
• Lead and mentor a team of developers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Backend development

C#

.NET Core

Azure

Microservices

DevOps

ASP.NET Core

EF Core

API Gateway

Azure DevOps

Azure App Service

Azure Functions

Logic Apps

Key Vault

Blob Storage

Service Bus

SQL Server

Cosmos DB

NoSQL

xUnit

Moq

SSO

GraphQL

Hot Chocolate

Kubernetes

Service Fabric

Caching

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Azure DevOps

Azure App Service

Azure Functions

Logic Apps

Key Vault

Blob Storage

Service Bus

RabbitMQ

Kubernetes

Azure Service Bus

Job description

NationsBenefits is recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in America and a Healthcare Fintech provider of supplemental benefits, flex cards, and member engagement solutions. We partner with managed care organizations to provide innovative healthcare solutions that drive growth, improve outcomes, reduce costs, and bring value to their members.

Through our comprehensive suite of innovative supplemental benefits, fintech payment platforms, and member engagement solutions, we help health plans deliver high-quality benefits to their members that address the social determinants of health and improve member health outcomes and satisfaction.

Our compliance-focused infrastructure, proprietary technology systems, and premier service delivery model allow our health plan partners to deliver high-quality, value-based care to millions of members.

We offer a fulfilling work environment that attracts top talent and encourages all associates to contribute to delivering premier service to internal and external customers alike. Our goal is to transform the healthcare industry for the better! We provide career advancement opportunities from within the organization across multiple locations in the US, South America, and India.

About the job:

This role is ideal for professionals with 8-10 years of experience in backend development and architecture, with expertise in C#, .NET Core, Azure, Microservices, and DevOps.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Architecture & Development

• Design and develop testable, scalable, and high-performing .NET Core Web APIs and backend systems.
• Implement ASP.NET Core features such as Middleware, Filters & Attributes, Authentication & Authorization, and Dependency Injection.
• Architect and develop microservices-based applications, including API Gateway and microservices orchestration.

Cloud & DevOps

• Hands-on experience in Azure cloud services and cloud-native solutions.
• Proficiency in Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines and application deployment.
• Work with Azure App Service, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Key Vault, Blob Storage, and Service Bus.

Database & Performance Optimization

• Strong expertise in SQL Server, Azure Cosmos DB, and NoSQL databases.
• Optimize database queries, stored procedures, and caching techniques for high-performance applications.

Testing & Security

• Develop unit tests using xUnit, Moq/NSubstitute with 90%+ code coverage.
• Experience with secure API development and SSO implementations.
• Knowledge of GraphQL with Hot Chocolate is a plus.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and mentor a team of 6-8 developers, ensuring best practices and code quality.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business goals.

Requirements:

Technical Expertise

• 8 to 10 years of experience in backend development and architecture.
• Strong proficiency in C#, .NET Core, EF Core, and ASP.NET Core.
• Experience in microservices design patterns, orchestration, and API Gateway.
• Hands-on experience with Azure cloud-native development.
• Proficiency in Azure Service Bus, RabbitMQ, Azure Kubernetes Service, and Azure Service Fabric.
• Experience in high-performance application development using caching techniques.
• Strong understanding of OOP, SOLID principles, and design patterns.
• Experience in SSO implementations and secure API development.
• Knowledge of Azure Cognitive Services, Azure Search, and Azure Event Grid is a plus.

Soft Skills & Collaboration

• Ability to lead teams and drive architectural decisions.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in GraphQL with Hot Chocolate.
• Experience in Azure API Management (APIM) and Azure Front Door.
• Strong knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization.
• Experience with Azure Data Factory.

This position offers a commission program in addition to the base salary, providing an opportunity to maximize your earnings based on your sales performance. Join our team and take part in shaping healthcare, contributing to the success of our company and your personal growth.

NationsBenefits is an Equal Opportunity Employer.