Senior Backend .NET Engineer

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Backend .NET Engineer in Lakeland, FL. General Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend .NET Engineer to design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable backend systems that power our enterprise applications. This role focuses on server-side development using modern .NET technologies, ensuring high performance, security, and seamless integration with front-end components and third-party services. Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement backend architecture using .NET Framework/.NET 8, and C#
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices for web and mobile applications
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and security across distributed systems
• Collaborate with FE engineers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
• Implement database solutions (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and ensure efficient query performance
• Participate in code reviews, enforce best practices, and mentor junior developers
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide timely resolutions
• Ensure compliance with security standards and data protection protocols
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes
• Stay current with emerging .NET technologies and cloud-native development trends
• Follow a TDD methodology
• May perform other additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend development with .NET technologies
• Strong proficiency in C#, .NET Core/.NET 8, and Web API
• Expertise in SQL Server and relational database design; Experience with PostgreSQL is a plus
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and SOLID principles
• Familiarity with Agile/Kanban methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of microservices architecture and event-driven systems
• Experience with Dapper, or other ORMs
• Exposure to DevSecOps practices, automated testing, and performance tuning

Travel: This position will require travel of approximately 25% of the work time; For example, travel would include: * Visiting the Lakeland office one week per month aligned with Senior Leadership meeting schedule