Technical Lead (.NET, Angular & AWS)

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

Job summary

iDbase Software is seeking a highly skilled Technical Lead (.NET, Angular & AWS) to drive the development of applications. This leadership role requires overseeing software engineering teams and ensuring high-quality software solutions.

With a minimum of 7 years of experience, including 2 years in a leadership capacity, strong skills in C#, Angular, and AWS are essential. Locations include Johannesburg and Cape Town, or remote, with a contract duration of 12 months and a market-related salary.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software development experience, including 2+ years in a technical leadership role.
• Strong experience with Angular (v6+) and C# .NET development.
• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, setting standards for coding, testing, and quality.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of applications using C# .NET and Angular.
• Participate in Scrum ceremonies and work closely with cross-functional teams.

Skills

C# .NET

Angular (v6+)

AWS cloud services

CSS

HTML

JavaScript

SQL Server

Microservices architectures

CI/CD pipelines

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Lead (.NET, Angular & AWS) to drive the development of cutting-edge applications. This role involves leading a team of software engineers, setting coding and quality standards, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software solutions. You will collaborate closely with business analysts, Scrum Masters, and other stakeholders to guide the team through the full software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, setting standards for coding, testing, and software quality.
  • Provide technical leadership, conduct peer reviews, and encourage team growth.
  • Report on progress, scope, and timelines for project delivery.
  • Lead the analysis and resolution of complex technical and application issues.
• Development & Architecture
  • Oversee the design, development, and deployment of applications using C# .NET and Angular (v6+).
  • Support production cutovers and migrations as required.
  • Collaborate with business analysts to transition BDD/Swagger specifications to the development team efficiently.
  • Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and secure software development principles.
• Collaboration & Process
  • Participate in Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including QA engineers, DevOps, and product managers.
  • Promote continuous improvement in Agile/Scrum processes and technical practices.

Requirements & Qualifications

Must-Have Skills:

• 7+ years of software development experience, including 2+ years in a technical leadership role.
• Strong experience with Angular (v6+) and C# .NET development.
• Proficient in CSS, HTML, JavaScript, and relational databases (SQL Server).
• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.).
• Experience leading teams and mentoring junior developers.
• Strong problem-solving skills, leadership, and communication abilities.

Highly Desirable Skills:

• Experience with microservices architectures.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps practices.
• Exposure to containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and cloud-native application design.

Education:

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

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