Senior Software Engineer (.NET & Azure)

iDbase Software; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A software development company in South Africa is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to design and maintain scalable applications using .NET and Microsoft Azure. The role requires expertise in cloud-native development and microservices architecture. Candidates should have over 6 years of experience in software development and a strong understanding of secure coding practices. This position offers an initial 12-month contract with the possibility of renewal, and candidates must be located in South Africa or hold a valid work permit.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional software development experience with .NET Core / .NET 6+.
• Strong proficiency in C# and object-oriented programming.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services.
• Experience developing microservices architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend applications using C# and .NET Core.
• Build microservices-based architectures with reusable components.
• Implement cloud-native solutions using Azure services.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs with front-end systems.

Skills

C#

.NET Core / .NET 6+

Microsoft Azure cloud services

Microservices architecture

CI/CD pipelines

Docker

Kubernetes / AKS

RESTful APIs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Cosmos DB

SQL Server

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer (.NET & Azure) to join our innovative technology team. You will design, build, and maintain scalable enterprise-grade applications leveraging modern .NET technologies and Microsoft Azure cloud services.

This role emphasizes cloud-native development, microservices architecture, and secure, high-performance coding practices. It is ideal for a skilled engineer who thrives in collaborative Agile environments, embraces continuous learning, and is passionate about delivering robust, future-ready software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Development & Architecture

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using C# and .NET Core / .NET 6+.
• Build microservices-based architectures with reusable and modular components.
• Implement cloud-native solutions using Azure services, including App Services, Functions, Storage, SQL Database, Cosmos DB, and Service Bus.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and services with front-end systems.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and security of applications.
• Apply best practices in coding, architecture, and DevOps for maintainable and extensible solutions.

Tooling & Pipelines

• Implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or other automated build and deployment tools.
• Containerize applications using Docker and manage orchestration with Kubernetes / AKS.
• Monitor and optimize application performance using Azure Monitor and Application Insights.
• Maintain unit tests, integration tests, and automated test frameworks to ensure application quality.

Collaboration & Process

• Collaborate with product managers, QA engineers, DevOps, and other software engineers in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Mentor junior developers and support team growth and skill development.
• Translate functional and technical requirements into high-quality software solutions.

Requirements & Qualifications

Must-Have Skills

• 6+ years of professional software development experience with .NET Core / .NET 6+.
• Strong proficiency in C# and object-oriented programming.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services.
• Experience developing microservices architectures.
• Knowledge of containerization tools such as Docker and orchestration frameworks like Kubernetes / AKS.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated build/deployment processes.
• Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases (SQL Server, Cosmos DB, or similar).
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and secure software development practices.

Highly Desirable Skills

• Experience with serverless architectures using Azure Functions and Event Grid.
• Knowledge of event-driven architectures and messaging systems (e.g., Azure Service Bus, Event Hubs).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform).
• Exposure to unit testing frameworks (xUnit, NUnit) and test-driven development (TDD).
• Experience in performance optimization, monitoring, and observability in cloud environments.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and secure software development lifecycle.

Education & Certifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree, higher certificate, or diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or a related field.

Certifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate (optional but advantageous)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Associate (optional but advantageous)
• Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert (optional but advantageous)

Additional Information

• Contract Duration: 12 Months (with possibility of renewal)
• Salary: Market Related
• Location Options: Johannesburg / Cape Town / Remote
• Must be located in South Africa or have a valid work permit for South Africa