Backend Software Developer

6 months | Hybrid | Greenfield | £400 outside IR35

Join a dynamic software house on an exciting greenfield SaaS project as a Backend Software Developer. You’ll be part of a collaborative team building modern, scalable microservices from scratch using the latest Microsoft stack. The environment is fast-paced, commercially driven, and offers the opportunity to step into a Tech Lead position for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver backend services in a microservices architecture using .NET 8 / C#
• Design, implement, and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) within Azure
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalability, performance, and reliability
• Take ownership of technical decisions and contribute to system architecture
• Apply a product-minded approach, balancing technical excellence with commercial value
• Potential to lead a small team of developers or act as the technical lead on specific modules

Key Requirements

• Proven experience building scalable backend services using .NET Core/8 and C#
• Strong knowledge of Azure cloud services and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Comfortable in a self-sufficient, hands-on role with minimal supervision
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to deliver business value
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
• Previous experience or interest in technical leadership is a plus

Even if you don’t tick every box, strong Python developers with cloud and API experience still want to discuss it just in case…still feel free to apply!