Johannesburg: Software Developer – Full Stack Developer – South Africa posted by Employ Africa Group

Software Developer – .NET Full Stack Developer

Our client is seeking a highly skilled .NET Full Stack Developer with a strong backend focus to join their growing development team. The ideal candidate will be confident working with APIs, databases, and backend architecture, while still capable of delivering end-to-end solutions within a web-based environment.

About the Role

In this position, you will:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance backend systems using C#, .NET, and ASP.NET Core
• Build and optimise RESTful APIs and backend services
• Work with SQL databases (queries, stored procedures, optimisation)
• Contribute to projects ranging from monolithic applications to microservices
• Participate in the design and architecture of scalable systems
• Collaborate with front-end developers to deliver complete web-based solutions
• Ensure code quality through testing, reviews, and adherence to best practices
• Support the continuous improvement of development standards, tooling, and processes

Required Skills & Experience

• 3+ years working as a .NET Developer (C#)
• Strong experience in ASP.NET Core, Web API development
• Solid database experience (SQL Server / relational databases)
• Good understanding of software architecture (monolithic & microservices)
• Experience with version control (Git)
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Nice to Have

• Experience with Azure Cloud, Docker, or CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of frontend frameworks (Angular/React/Blazor)
• Exposure to NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis)
• Unit testing experience (xUnit, NUnit)

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
  (Equivalent practical experience is also welcomed)