Junior Backend .NET Engineer

About the role

Metrc is the most trusted and experienced provider of cannabis regulatory systems in the United States and is growing rapidly to expand globally. We provide a solution that combines advanced software, RFID technology, a dedicated customer-support team, and a secure database to track and trace cannabis from growth, harvest, and processing to testing, transport, and sale.

Responsibilities

• Aid in developing backend services using .NET Framework / .NET 10 and C#.
• Support the development and maintenance of RESTful APIs used by web and mobile applications.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to build scalable and secure backend systems.
• Work with front-end engineers to integrate user-facing elements with backend services.
• Contribute to database development and maintenance using SQL Server or PostgreSQL.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established engineering standards.
• Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve development practices.
• Assist in troubleshooting application issues and supporting production systems.
• Contribute to automated testing and follow Test Driven Development (TDD) practices.
• Participate in Agile development processes including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Continue developing technical skills and stay informed on evolving .NET technologies.
• May perform other additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 0–2 years of experience in software development (internships or academic projects considered).
• Basic proficiency in C# and .NET Core / .NET technologies.
• Familiarity with REST APIs and backend development concepts.
• Basic understanding of relational databases and SQL.
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming principles.
• Exposure to version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Strong willingness to learn and grow in a collaborative engineering environment.
• Effective problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ASP.NET Web API or similar frameworks.
• Exposure to ORMs such as Dapper or Entity Framework.
• Familiarity with Agile development environments.
• Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing practices.
• Internship or project experience developing backend applications.