Back-end developer - Far-Site/Remote

Alter Solutions Group is an IT consultancy focused on digital transformation and sustainable growth, part of the act digital group. They offer services in areas like cloud computing and managed security services, helping clients in various industries. Alter Solutions has a global presence with offices in multiple countries.

WORKING METHODS, ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

Project duration: 1200 days

Initial contract duration: 220 days

Expected start date: ASAP

Service delivery mode: Far-Site/Remote

Nationality: EU candidates only!

SPECIFIC EXPERTISE

Following specific expertise is mandatory for the performance of tasks:

• At least 2 years of specific expertise in Microsoft Dynamics.

• At least 5 years of specific expertise in Microsoft SQL Server.

• At least 5 years of specific expertise in .Net programming (Microsoft or .Net Core).

DESCRIPTION OF THE TASKS

Following tasks will be performed by external service provider:

• Development of back-end applications with Microsoft technologies (such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, C#, SharePoint, Dynamics CRM, Power Apps, …).

• Integration of corporate reusable solutions (like EUlogin and EUAccess) with Microsoft Dynamics.

• Implement core business logic.

• Creation of servers and databases for functionality.

• Design and implementation of data storage solutions.

• Understanding and implementation of security and data protection.

• Optimization of the application for maximum speed and scalability.

• Design and develop APIs.

• Participating in the design and creation of scalable software.

• Taking lead on projects, as needed.

• Maintenance of code integrity and organisation.

• Writing clean, functional code on the back-end.

• Compile and analyse data, processes, and codes to troubleshoot problems and identify areas for improvement.

• Testing and fixing bugs or other coding issues

• Meet both technical and consumer needs.

• Write technical documentation.

• Participate in technical working groups, progress meetings and meetings with the users.

• Interaction with the business analysts, customers, users, project leaders and the other developers.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Following skills and knowledge are required for the performance of the above listed tasks:

• Proficiency with Microsoft technologies such as Dynamics CRM and PowerApps

• Good knowledge of Relational DBMS SQL Server.

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.

• Good knowledge of .Net programming.

• Knowledge of interoperability technology (SOA, web services, message-oriented middleware, service- oriented bus, event architecture).

• Strong understanding of the web development cycle and programming techniques and tools.

• Knowledge of code versioning tools such as Git or SVN..

• Awareness of software development and service methodologies (e.g., Agile).

• Ability to apply high quality standards.

• Ability to cope with fast changing technologies.

• Very good communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences.

• Autonomous.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

• Attention to details.

• Analysis and problem-solving skills.

• Capability to write clear and structured technical documents.

• Ability to participate in technical meetings and communicate clearly on technical matters.

Due to the particular nature of a large international organisation such as the European Commission, candidates should also have the following non-technical skills:

• Capability of integration in an international/multicultural environment, rapid self-starting capability and experience in working in team.

• Ability to participate in multilingual meetings.

• Ability to work in multi-cultural environment, on multiple large projects and to adapt easily to new and evolving situations.

• Excellent Team Player.

• Ability to understand, speak and write English (C1/C2). Other European languages will be an advantage

A minimum educational qualification is: Level of education corresponding to Level 6 of the European Qualification Framework which typically corresponds to a bachelor degree of 3 years.