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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Backend Developer - Cap Markets Tech Transformation - **Company:** Everforth Apex - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, Apache HTTP Server, Architectural Patterns, Unit Testing, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software Quality, Code Review, Continuous Integration, DevOps, JSON, Microsoft SQL Server, Nunit, Mockito, Distributed Caching, Swagger, SignalR, Software Engineering, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Openapi, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Helios, ReactJS, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, AngularJS, Git Flow, Information Technology, Front End Software Development, Api Design, Restful APIs, MemSQL, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/bcbf52df-4d3f-4a8a-9153-b45d99b30d15 ## About the Role * 10+ years of backend engineering experience using .NET and C# in enterprise environments. * Proven ability to lead backend development teams within complex, multi-stream transformation programs. * Strong expertise designing and building scalable RESTful APIs and microservices using Swagger/OpenAPI. * Deep experience with Dapper ORM, SQL Server, and structured data formats including JSON and XML. * Hands-on experience with messaging and event-driven architectures (e.g., Solace, SignalR). * Experience implementing distributed caching platforms such as Apache Ignite or MemSQL. * Practical experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Helios, and Git-based workflows. * Advanced proficiency in unit testing, mocking, and Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices using xUnit or NUnit. * Strong communication skills with the ability to present architecture decisions and mentor engineers. Education: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. Preferred Qualifications * Prior experience in financial services or capital markets, including trading, risk, clearing, or settlement platforms. * Exposure to front-end frameworks such as React or Angular to support collaboration with full-stack teams. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Lead Developer to support a large-scale technology transformation program. This is a senior, hands-on technical leadership role responsible for providing direction across backend engineering, driving architectural excellence, and guiding development teams building high-performance, scalable, API-driven platforms. 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