Hybrid Lead .NET Engineer

at Excella

• Job title: Lead .NET Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Angular, ASP.NET, AWS, Azure, Cloud, Docker, Entity Framework, JavaScript, Kubernetes, Microservices, NoSQL, React, SQL, Vue.js, .NET
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Arlington, United States

About the role

• Lead .NET Engineer developing software solutions for commercial and government clients. Mentoring team members and guiding project execution using modern .NET technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of software solutions for commercial and government clients using modern .NET technologies
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance, fostering professional growth within the team
• Collaborate closely with clients and stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives
• Architect scalable, maintainable, and secure applications using .NET Core/NET 6+ and related frameworks
• Ensure best practices in coding, architecture, and Agile methodologies are followed
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain high code quality
• Drive technical decision-making and approach complex problem-solving with innovative solutions
• Advocate for the adoption of emerging technologies to enhance project outcomes
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across teams and projects

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in software development, with a strong technical foundation in .NET
• Expertise in C#, ASP.NET Core, Blazor, and related frameworks for building enterprise applications
• Experience with modern frontend technologies such as React, Angular, or Vue.js
• Experience with microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS)
• Strong knowledge of database design, Entity Framework Core, and SQL/NoSQL databases
• Deep understanding of object-oriented programming principles, design patterns, and SOLID principles
• Proficiency in Git-based workflows and software development lifecycle management
• Experience with automated testing tools such as xUnit, NUnit, Moq, or equivalent
• Experience leading teams and mentoring developers in a consulting or technical environment
• Strong knowledge of RESTful API design and implementation
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

• We offer top of industry medical, dental, and vision benefits with multiple options to choose from such as an employer-contributed health savings account, infertility coverage, and orthodontia so you can select the plan that works best for you.
• Regardless of what stage of life you’re in, Excella wants to support you. We provide 8 weeks of Parental Leave, discounted pet insurance, and a Care.com membership with 3 back-up emergency child or elder care days annually – all available to you on your first day.
• Starting day one, every employee is bonus eligible and receives 15 days of paid vacation, 6 federal holidays, and 4 floating holidays.
• Excella’s TechEleX program provides you with multiple options to suit your technology needs. Choose between a variety of Mac or PC devices, and at the end of a 3-year period Excella will replace your existing computer with a new model from the program. Plus, we’ll even give you the original device to keep for your personal use!
• With Excella’s Annual Internet Reimbursement benefit, all employees receive an additional $25 per month to help offset the cost of internet access.
• We'll invest in your career by providing 3 days of paid professional development every year, including an allowance for registration fees to attend classes, conferences, or obtain professional certifications.
• We encourage mindfulness and overall well-being through employee wellness events, a HeadSpace membership, as well as access to TalkSpace and mental health coverage through our medical plans.