Senior Backend Developer (.Net) at Equity Bank Kenya

Job Purpose

• The backend developer will be responsible for building scalable RESTFul APIs, the server-side application logic, integration with both internal and external systems.

Job Responsibilities/ Accountabilities

• Strategy, Planning & Execution
• Design, build and maintain efficient RESTFul APIs in C#
• Build Reusable Code and Library for Future Use
• Design and Implementation of data storage solutions
• Work with Frontend and Mobile App developers to define RESTFul API specs
• Work well with technical and non-technical people to deliver high value results
• Participating in Sprint Planning and tracking work items

Essential Knowledge

• 5+ years' experience developing applications in C#
• 3+ years of experience in ASP.NET Core
• Experience with SOAP and REST services
• Good understanding of DevOps and CI/CD practices
• Familiarity with container technologies like Docker and K8s
• Experience with SQL Server, Oracle Database and MongoDB
• Experience with cloud technologies Azure/AWS
• Experience with OAuth and JWT Tokens
• Knowledge of API Management solutions
• Knowledge of MicroService Architecture
• Experience with gRPC
• Experience with Kafka
• Experience with unit and integration testing

Qualifications
Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science or related field
• Experience with building integrations to messaging platforms is preferred
• Experience with Google Dialogflow is a plus

Personal Attributes

• Must be able and willing to collaborate in a team/cooperative environment as well as exercise independent judgment and initiative.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Is extremely logical, detail oriented with a keen attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload and meet multiple project deadlines.
• Ability to conduct research into systems issues and products as required.
• Highly self-motivated and self-directed.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Proven ability to quickly learn new applications, processes, and procedures.
• Structured thinker, effective communicator with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills.