Software Engineer (.NET & AWS)

iDbase Software; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

iDbase Software in Johannesburg is seeking a Software Engineer experienced in .NET and AWS to design and develop enterprise-grade applications. The role involves building microservices architectures and implementing cloud-native solutions using AWS services like Lambda and API Gateway.

Ideal candidates have over 6 years of experience with .NET and cloud services, strong skills in C#, and proficiency in Agile methodologies. The position offers the possibility of remote work and a contract duration of 12 months, with potential for renewal.

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 AWS cloud services and cloud-native application design.
• Experience developing microservices architectures.
• Knowledge of containerization tools and orchestration frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable backend applications using C# and .NET.
• Implement cloud-native solutions using AWS services.
• Collaborate with product managers and DevOps in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Skills

C#

.NET Core / .NET 6+

AWS cloud services

Microservices architectures

Docker

Kubernetes / EKS

CI/CD pipelines

RESTful APIs

SQL Server

DynamoDB

Education

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

Tools

AWS CodePipeline

GitHub Actions

Azure DevOps

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

About the Role

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

Responsibilities

• Development & Architecture: Design, build, 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 AWS services including Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, and RDS; write clean, maintainable, and secure code following best practices and coding standards; develop and integrate RESTful APIs and services with front-end systems; ensure high availability, performance, and security of applications.
• Tooling & Pipelines: Implement CI/CD pipelines using tools such as AWS CodePipeline, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps; configure containerized deployments using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes / EKS; monitor and optimize application performance using AWS CloudWatch and other monitoring tools; 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.

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 AWS cloud services and cloud-native application design.
• Experience developing microservices architectures.
• Knowledge of containerization tools such as Docker and orchestration frameworks like Kubernetes / EKS.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated build/deployment processes.
• Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases (SQL Server, DynamoDB, or similar).
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and secure software development practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to learning.

Highly Desirable Skills:

• Experience with event-driven architectures and messaging systems (e.g., SNS/SQS, Kafka).
• Knowledge of serverless development patterns using AWS Lambda and API Gateway.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Exposure to unit testing frameworks (xUnit, NUnit) and test-driven development (TDD).
• Understanding of performance optimization, monitoring, and observability in cloud environments.

Education & Certifications

Education:

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

Certifications:

• AWS Certified Developer – Associate(optional but advantageous)
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (or Professional) (optional but advantageous)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate (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 inSouth Africa or have a valid work permit for South Africa