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

Inspired Testing; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist IT consultancy is seeking a highly skilled Senior .Net Developer for a remote contract engagement in South Africa. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of backend development experience focused on .NET technologies. Responsibilities include designing scalable systems, working with event-driven architectures, and engaging with clients. Strong technical skills in .NET 6+, Kafka, and MongoDB required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of backend development experience focused on the Microsoft stack.
• Expert in .NET Core / .NET 6+, with strong C# skills.
• Hands-on experience with Kafka or event streaming technologies.
• Understanding of MongoDB or similar NoSQL databases.
• Experience in consulting or IT project delivery environments.
• Excellent communication skills in both writing and speaking.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setup.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend systems using .NET.
• Build and optimize event-driven architectures with Kafka.
• Work with NoSQL databases like MongoDB for data management.
• Integrate with cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines.
• Engage with clients to gather requirements and provide updates.
• Operate as a trusted consultant with accountability.
• Contribute to technical decision-making and system improvements.

Skills

Backend development

.NET Core / .NET 6+

C#

SQL Server

Kafka

MongoDB

Strong communication skills

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.