Senior C# Developer : PDD at Sanlam Group

What will you do?

• We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior C# Developer to join the SGT WebApps Team. The developer will be responsible for analysis, design, development, and maintenance of various in-house Web Applications.
• The successful candidate will play a key role in building scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions, while also mentoring junior developers. This role requires strong experience across the Microsoft technology stack, modern web frameworks, cloud platforms, and database development.

What will make you successful in this role?

• Design, develop, and maintain robust applications using C# and .NET Core (6+).
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and web applications using ASP.NET / ASP.NET Core.
• Develop and optimize database solutions using MS SQL Server (2019+), T-SQL, and Entity Framework.
• Create and maintain reports using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS).
• Develop modern front-end applications using Angular (version 13 or higher).
• Design and integrate Web Services (WCF and REST).
• Deploy and support applications in AWS cloud environments.
• Ensure application performance, scalability, and security best practices.
• Participate in system architecture, design reviews, and technical decision-making.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues.
• Collaborate with business analysts, QA teams, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Mentor junior developers and promote coding standards and best practices.
• Contribute to DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation where applicable.
• Provide standby / support (as and when applicable).

Qualification

• Matric
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience

• 5–8+ years of experience in software development using C# and .NET technologies.

Strong experience with:

• .NET C# including .NET Core 6+
• Entity Framework
• ASP.NET / ASP.NET Core / Web API
• Angular 13+
• MS SQL Server (2019+)
• T-SQL and SQL performance tuning
• SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
• Web Services (WCF / REST)
• AWS cloud services
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design, design patterns, and SOLID principles.
• Unit testing

Knowledge

• Working knowledge of Visual Studio
• Systems analysis and design concepts
• Source Control concepts (trunk-based development)
• SOLID / Clean Code Principles
• Database architecture and design
• Strong SQL knowledge including performance tuning
• IIS
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Understanding of security best practices and authentication mechanisms (OAuth, JWT).