Form of cooperation: freelance project-specific B2B contract with an estimated duration through the end of 2026, offering the potential for extension based on project needs and performance.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field. 
• Proven experience (typically 5+ years) as a Software Engineer with a significant focus on backend development. 
• Good experience with C# and .NET. 
• Extensive and deep expertise in SQL, including database design, query optimization, performance tuning, and working with relational database management systems (e.g., SQL Server, Azure SQL Database). 
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and working in a scrum team.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Azure services, including but not limited to: Azure Compute services and Azure Data services. 
• Integration services (e.g., Azure Logic Apps, Azure Service Bus). 
• Solid understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices. 
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git). 
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. 
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken. 

Nice-to-have qualifications: 

• Experience with Azure DevOps for continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. 
• Experience with containerization technologies, particularly Docker and Kubernetes, and familiarity with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). 
• Experienced in .NET Framework Front-end experience like Angular/React, JS and TypeScript Front-end experience with accessibility programming.
• Experience with testing frameworks and methodologies. 

Project description:

Are you a seasoned and passionate Software Engineer with a deep understanding of Microsoft Azure and SQL? Do you thrive in designing, developing, and deploying scalable and reliable solutions in the cloud? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dynamic and global team in Europe! As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in building and maintaining our core applications and infrastructure on the Microsoft Azure platform. You will leverage your strong SQL skills to design and optimize our data models and ensure efficient data management. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software that meets our business needs and drives innovation. This is a fantastic chance to make a significant impact, contribute to architectural decisions, and mentor other engineers within a supportive and growth-oriented environment. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding role where your expertise in Azure and SQL will be highly valued, we encourage you to apply!

Main responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy robust and scalable applications and services on Microsoft Azure. 
• Utilize your deep SQL expertise to design, implement, and optimize database schemas, queries, and stored procedures. 
• Collaborate with product owners, designers, and other engineers to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions. 
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the evolution of our system design on Azure. 
• Ensure the performance, reliability, and security of our applications and infrastructure. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues. 
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code. 
• Contribute to and utilize Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code. 
• Work with and deploy applications using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). 
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment. 
• Stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies in Azure and related areas.