Accion Labs - .Net Lead/Architect - C#/Azure

Role Overview : We are seeking a hands-on .NET Lead / Architect with strong experience in designing, developing, and architecting scalable enterprise-grade applications using the Microsoft technology stack. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with architectural vision, ensuring end-to-end solution integrity, code quality, and performance optimization. This role requires someone who can lead by example both guiding the team and contributing to coding and solution design.Key Responsibilities : Architecture & Design : - Design scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions using .NET Core / .NET 6+, C#, and Azure services.- Define and implement architecture standards, design patterns (microservices, event-driven, CQRS, etc.), and best practices.- Create architecture blueprints and technical design documents.Development & Leadership : - Lead development teams through full SDLC design, development, testing, deployment, and support.- Participate actively in coding (hands-on), code reviews, and technical problem-solving.- Mentor developers, review design/code, and ensure adherence to architectural guidelines.Cloud & Integration : - Architect and implement cloud-native applications on Microsoft Azure (App Services, Functions, Service Bus, Event Grid, API Management, etc.).- Design and develop RESTful APIs and integrate with external systems and data sources.- Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance optimization across distributed systems.DevOps & CI/CD : - Collaborate with DevOps teams to design CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).- Support containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure-as-code (ARM/Bicep/Terraform).Security & Compliance : - Implement secure coding practices, identity management (Azure AD, OAuth, OpenID Connect), and API security.- Ensure solutions meet compliance and performance standards.Stakeholder Management : - Work closely with product owners, business analysts, and other architects to translate business requirements into technical solutions.- Present architectural recommendations and technical solutions to senior stakeholders.Required Skills & Experience : - 10+ years of experience in software development using C#, ASP.NET Core, .NET 6/7+, Web API, and Entity Framework Core.- Strong experience in architecture and design patterns microservices, domain-driven design (DDD), event-driven architecture.- Hands-on experience with Azure cloud services (App Services, Functions, Event Hubs, Key Vault, Storage, etc.).- Expertise in SQL Server and NoSQL databases (Cosmos DB, MongoDB, etc.).- Strong knowledge of REST APIs, messaging systems (Service Bus, Kafka), and integration frameworks.- Familiar with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).- Experience with DevOps pipelines, CI/CD, and Git-based workflows.- Solid understanding of application security, performance tuning, and scalability principles.- Excellent leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.Good to Have (Preferred) : - Experience in AI/ML integration, Power Platform, or Azure OpenAI.- Exposure to front-end frameworks (Angular, React, Blazor).- Experience in automated testing frameworks (xUnit, NUnit, Selenium).- Knowledge of event sourcing, CQRS, or GraphQL APIs.Educational Qualification : - Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.- Microsoft Azure or .NET certifications are a plus (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Developer).Soft Skills : - Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.- Excellent communication and stakeholder management.- Collaborative and proactive approach in cross-functional environments.- Ability to balance hands-on coding with architectural responsibilities. (ref:hirist.tech)