Backend Software Developer : Global Development Lab

Cf Consulting; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Corporate Advisory services is seeking a Backend Software Developer to join their Global Development Lab. In this role, you will develop and maintain backend services using .NET, assist in transitioning to a cloud-native application, and collaborate in a dynamic and agile team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a remote agile team.
• Experience with .NET REST API development.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions based on defined requirements and architectural guidelines.
• Support and maintain a .NET API.
• Collaborate with business and IT teams for interoperability.

Skills

Agile development

.NET REST API development

Unit testing

SQL databases

NoSQL databases

Cloud-native development

Problem-solving

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a global leader providing niche Corporate Advisory services, with a team of over 6,000 professionals operating in more than 60 offices worldwide.

With a focus on People Mobility for nearly 8 decades, they support operations in over 100 countries.

Known for their problem-solving abilities, innovation, and expertise, they offer strategic advisory services to a diverse clientele, from individuals to multinational corporations.

Their professionals are respected thought leaders, providing expertise to governments globally, including the US Congress, the UK Parliament, the European Union, and the United Nations.

About the Team

The company's Global Development Lab (GDL) is an innovation group dedicated to developing and supporting technology solutions for business travel, mobility, and cross-border employment compliance.

The UK team includes over 20 professionals working across London and Sheffield offices.

They operate in a collaborative and dynamic environment where more than 20 languages are spoken.

The team embraces a hybrid working model, combining in-office and remote work, utilizing remote working technology to provide flexibility.

Team spirit and a positive work ethos are core to their culture.

Their Responsible Business Strategy (RBS) emphasizes social responsibility through themes like Wellbeing, Diversity and Inclusion, Charity & Pro bono work, Social initiatives, and Environmental & Sustainability efforts.

This strategy offers numerous opportunities for employees to engage in various initiatives, from social events to well-being newsletters and diversity programs.

About the Role

As a Backend Software Developer, you will develop and maintain backend services to support web applications.

The product uses a .NET backend and integrates heavily with MS Dynamics.

You will work with the lead developer to transition the solution into a cloud-native application.

You will collaborate with developers, designers, and business owners to contribute to problem-solving and solution development.

Responsibilities

1. Develop solutions based on defined requirements and architectural guidelines.
2. Support and maintain a .NET API.
3. Review system errors to identify and fix defects.
4. Collaborate with business and IT teams to ensure interoperability with other applications.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience working in a remote agile team.
• Experience with .NET REST API development, preferably with AOT familiarity.
• Ability to develop using FAST principles with robust unit testing.
• Preferred experience with AWS cloud-native development using Lambdas and Serverless Framework.
• Experience working with both SQL and NoSQL databases.