.NET Full Stack Technical Lead

.NET Full Stack Technical Lead

Job Type: Contract

Work Mode: Hybrid (3 Days from office)

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade applications using .NET Core, C#, and Azure.
• Build and integrate microservices with robust error handling, logging, and monitoring.
• Implement unit testing strategies using xUnit and containerized testing approaches.
• Apply SOLID principles, Design patterns, OOP, and dependency injection (DI) consistently across codebases.
• Work with Azure Functions, Durable Functions, Service Bus (queues & topics), Cosmos DB, and APIM policies.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure Dev Ops, YAML, and Bicep templates.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Ensure code quality through Git-based workflows, code reviews, and static code analysis tools (e.g., Sonar Cloud).
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to design decisions using proven design patterns.
• Monitor application performance using App Insights and implement proactive logging and alerting mechanisms.
• Leadership & Mentoring:
  Proven ability to lead teams of 5–15 engineers.
• Strategic Thinking:
  Experience in aligning technical solutions with long-term business objectives.
• Decision-Making:
  Strong ability to evaluate trade-offs between scalability, cost, and performance.
• Communication:
  Skilled in presenting technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Process Improvement:
  Experience in refining Agile processes, CI/CD workflows, and Dev Ops practices.

Technical

Skills Required:

Core Development:

• Strong expertise in .NET Core, C#, and advanced .NET concepts.
• Deep understanding of OOP, SOLID principles, and clean code practices.
• Experience with SQL Server – writing queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning.
• Knowledge of latest C# language features and code optimization strategies.
• Hands‑on experience with Azure services:
  Functions, Durable Functions, Service Bus, Cosmos DB, APIM.
• Knowledge of Azure deployment strategies, monitoring, and App Insights.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Azure Dev Ops, YAML, and Bicep.
• Experience with containerized unit testing and Git‑based version control.
• Strong understanding of design patterns and their real‑world applications.
• Experience in building microservices and working with distributed systems.

Testing & Quality:

• Proficiency in unit testing frameworks like xUnit.
• Experience with code quality tools such as Sonar Cloud.

Nice to Have:

• Exposure to Git Hub Copilot or other AI‑assisted development tools.
• Front‑end experience with Angular/React is a plus.
• Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AZ‑204, AZ‑400, AZ‑305) are a strong advantage.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Adaptability to fast‑paced, agile environments.

Additional responsibilities:

• Team Leadership:
  Mentor and guide developers, conduct regular knowledge‑sharing sessions, and foster a culture of continuous learning.
• Project Ownership:
  Take end‑to‑end responsibility for project delivery, ensuring timelines, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction. Architecture & Strategy:
  Drive architectural decisions, evaluate new technologies, and align solutions with business goals.
• Code Governance:
  Define coding standards, enforce best practices, and oversee technical reviews across multiple teams.
• Stakeholder Communication:
  Collaborate closely with product owners, business analysts, and clients to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Risk Management:
  
  Identify technical risks early, propose mitigation strategies, and ensure system resilience.
• Scaling Teams:
  Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations of engineers.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Coordinate with QA, Dev Ops, and security teams to ensure smooth delivery pipelines and compliance.
• Innovation:
  Champion adoption of modern practices (AI‑assisted coding, cloud‑native patterns, serverless architectures).