Sr. Software Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer with in-depth knowledge of .NET 8, microservices architecture, Kubernetes, and Microsoft Azure. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be a key player in designing, developing, and deploying high-quality, scalable software solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that our products meet functional and non-functional requirements, align with business objectives, and adhere to industry best practices., Design & Architecture

• Architect and implement microservices using .NET 8 and associated frameworks.
• Define and maintain best practices related to coding standards, design patterns, and DevOps processes.

Development & Coding

• Write clean, efficient, and well-tested code.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and integrate them with front-end applications.
• Contribute to code reviews, ensuring code quality and adherence to standards.

Cloud & Containerization

• Deploy applications in Kubernetes clusters, ensuring high availability and resiliency.
• Utilize Azure services (Azure App Service, Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure Functions, etc.) to build scalable and secure cloud solutions.
• Implement container orchestration and maintain Docker images.

Performance & Optimization

• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks across application layers.
• Optimize microservices architecture to handle increasing workloads and data volumes.

Collaboration & Mentorship

• Work closely with Product Managers, QA Engineers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and plan sprints.
• Mentor junior engineers, reviewing their code and supporting their professional growth.
• Participate in agile ceremonies (sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives).

Monitoring & Maintenance

• Set up monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions to proactively detect issues.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues in a timely manner.
• Continuously improve system reliability, performance, and cost-efficiency.

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 3 years working with .NET (C#) and microservices.
• .NET Expertise: Strong knowledge of .NET 8 features and best practices.
• Microservices & APIs: Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable microservices and RESTful APIs.
• Cloud Technologies: Hands-on experience with Azure services (e.g., Azure App Service, Azure Functions, Azure Kubernetes Service).
• Containerization: Proficiency using Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestration.
• DevOps & CI/CD: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, etc.) and infrastructure as code (Terraform, ARM templates, etc.).
• Database Skills: Experience working with SQL and/or NoSQL databases.
• Version Control: Strong knowledge of Git, branching strategies, and repository management.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities.
• 3+ years of experience with Generative AI

WOULD NICE TO HAVE

• Experience with building custom vector embedding models a plus
• Knowledge of Event-Driven architectures using messaging systems (e.g., Azure Service Bus, RabbitMQ)
• Exposure to Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices
• Familiarity with Monitoring Tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor)
• Understanding of Security Best Practices (JWT, OAuth2, OpenID Connect, etc.)
• Certification in Azure or Kubernetes

The compensation and benefits package at Parlance is designed to put people first:

• This role is budgeted at $140-$150K
• Comprehensive health care for you and your family
• Paid vacation days each year depending on tenure
• Paid holidays each year
• 7 Personal float or sick days (state dependent) each year that can be used at your discretion
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Budgeted learning/development and paid conference days

Come work at a company where your voice matters and you can make a real impact beyond your specific job role. You will gain a view of the whole company fostered by open management and a flat organizational structure. Parlance is a team of smart people who care about each other and our customers.