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InspiredXpert: Senior Backend Developer (.Net/C#)

Inspired Testing

South Africa

Remote

ZAR 300 000 - 400 000

Part time

3 days ago
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Job summary

A leading IT consulting company is seeking a Senior .Net Developer for a remote role based in South Africa. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in backend development, focusing on the Microsoft stack and proficient in .NET Core, Kafka, and MongoDB. This role requires a self-motivated professional with strong communication skills and the ability to engage with clients effectively. Immediate start is required for this 3–6 month contract.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of backend development experience with a focus on the Microsoft stack.
  • Expert in .NET Core / .NET 6+, C#, and SQL Server.
  • Hands-on experience with Kafka or other messaging/event streaming platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop scalable backend systems using .NET.
  • Build and optimise event-driven architectures.
  • Engage directly with clients to gather requirements.

Skills

Backend development
.NET Core / .NET 6+
C#
SQL Server
Kafka
MongoDB
Strong written and verbal communication
Independent working
Job description

Role: Senior .Net Developer (IT consultant)
Location:
Remote (South Africa-based only)
Engagement:
Independent Contractor | 3–6 Month Contract (must be able to invoice monthly))
Start:
Immediate start required. Max 1 week notice considered

Role Summary

InspiredXpert is looking for a highly skilled Senior .NET Developer to support an exciting client engagement. This is a fully remote, short-term contract for a hands-on expert with proven experience delivering complex backend systems in fast-paced, client-facing environments. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, technically strong, and confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and develop scalable backend systems using .NET (preferably .NET 6 or later).
  • Build and optimise event-driven architectures using technologies such as Kafka.
  • Work with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB to manage distributed data sets.
  • Integrate with cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Engage directly with clients and project leads to gather requirements, provide updates, and shape delivery strategy.
  • Operate as a trusted consultant—proactive, accountable, and capable of working with minimal supervision.
  • Contribute to technical decision-making, architecture reviews, and system improvements.
Essential Skills & Experience
  • 10+ years of backend development experience with a focus on the Microsoft stack.
  • Expert in .NET Core / .NET 6+, C#, and SQL Server.
  • Hands‑on experience with Kafka or other messaging/event streaming platforms.
  • Solid understanding of MongoDB or other NoSQL databases.
  • Experience working in consulting, professional services, or IT project delivery environments.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Comfortable working independently and leading delivery within a remote setup.

InspiredXpert is a specialist IT Talent Solutions company providing high-quality contract or perm talent across software development, cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and data-driven roles. We connect skilled professionals with innovative companies, offering exciting opportunities to work on impactful projects across the globe.

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