Backend Engineer

Summary

Join Data Ideology as a Backend Engineer and develop and maintain backend systems and services using C# and .NET technologies within a microservices architecture. You will design and implement RESTful APIs, ensure robust unit testing, and integrate with cloud-based infrastructure using Azure ServiceBus. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and participation in code reviews are essential. The role requires maintaining and optimizing SQL databases and utilizing Azure DevOps for deployment. This is a remote contract position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Proven experience as a Backend Engineer, Software Engineer, or in a similar role, with a strong focus on backend development
• Solid experience with C# and .NET Framework/Core
• Familiarity with cloud services, specifically Azure
• Experience working with microservices architectures and RESTful APIs
• Experience with SQL and relational databases
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming concepts
• Proficiency in unit testing and debugging techniques in C#
• Familiarity with Azure ServiceBus and Azure DevOps pipelines
• Experience with tools like Postman, Swagger, and SQL Server Management Studio
• Experience with source control tools, particularly GitHub and Azure Repos
• Knowledge of modern cloud-based application architecture
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend systems and services using C# and .NET technologies
• Work within a microservices architecture, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and Web Services for integration across systems
• Ensure robust unit testing and implementation of proper debugging techniques
• Develop applications using Azure ServiceBus and integrate with cloud-based infrastructure
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business objectives and contribute to product design
• Maintain and optimize SQL databases, ensuring data integrity and high performance
• Participate in code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers
• Continuously improve the development process by adopting new tools and practices
• Assist in the deployment and management of services using Azure DevOps, Azure Repos, and related tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of microservices and containerization practices (Azure Kubernetes Service is a plus)
• NoSQL experience is beneficial

Benefits

• Remote work from home
• Hours of work and days are generally Monday through Friday