Jr Architect

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain .NET applications using C#, ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework, and various messaging technologies
• Assist in designing software architectures that align with business and technical requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices in software design and development.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application issues efficiently.
• Participate in code reviews, ensuring quality and adherence to architectural guidelines.
• Research and apply new technologies to improve system performance and scalability.
• Support database design and optimization efforts, particularly with SQL Server, Azure SQL, and CosmosDB
• Contribute to documentation, ensuring clarity in system architecture and implementation details.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1-3 years of experience in .NET development with a solid understanding of C# and the .NET ecosystem.
• Basic understanding of software architecture principles and design patterns.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud computing (Azure preferred).
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git, Azure DevOps) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Basic knowledge of security best practices in software development.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with frontend frameworks (React, Angular, or Blazor) is a plus.
• Familiarity with message queues (Azure Service Bus, RabbitMQ) and event-driven architectures.
• Hands-on experience with unit testing frameworks (xUnit, MSTest).