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# Lead Software Engineer (.NET)

- **Company:** Social Discovery Group
- **Location:** France (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** ASP.NET, .NET Framework, JIRA, C Sharp (Programming Language), Data Migration, Database Design, PostgreSQL, Message Broker, Microsoft SQL Server, RabbitMQ, Redis, Web Applications, Containerization, Kubernetes, Restful APIs, Docker, Monolithic Repository, Microservices
- **Published:** September 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ed3c8e5b3a76d8cb

## About the Role

* Solid .NET engineering background with deep expertise in C#, .NET 8, and ASP.NET Core.
 * Deep understanding of web application architecture, REST APIs, the microservices pattern, message brokers (RabbitMQ), and database design (PostgreSQL, MS SQL Server, Redis).
 * Practical experience with legacy system modernization, monorepo-to-microservices refactoring, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
 * Ability to act as the technical escalation point for complex implementation, data migration, or performance issues.
 * Proven experience managing engineering teams - running 1-on-1s, performance reviews, and objective evaluations.
 * Strong track record in delivery management: task tracking in Jira, process discipline, and hitting internal deadlines with predictable releases.
 * Experience reviewing business specs, assessing technical feasibility, and providing high-level estimates - partnering closely with PM and product to keep engineering output aligned with product goals.

## Description

* Own delivery of the monolith-to-microservices modernization end-to-end - from legacy analysis through production release - with full visibility into pipeline status and risk.
 * Partner with Product and Architecture to review specs, map legacy dependencies, and turn that into estimates the team can actually hit.
 * Guide architectural decisions across .NET Core services, databases (SQL/NoSQL), and frontend integrations, and be the go-to for the hardest backend, data migration, and production incident calls.
 * Sharpen how the team works day-to-day - tighter task tracking in Jira, more accurate estimation, and a QA partnership that keeps bugs resolved fast and production stable.
 * Run regular 1-on-1s tied to real career goals, and drive the feedback and process changes that keep the team improving and engaged., * The initial pay level or pay range for this role will be shared with candidates during the recruitment process and before the commencement of employment;
 * Vacation 28 calendar days per year;
 * 7 wellness days per year (time off) that can be used to deal with household issues, to lie down and recover without taking sick leave;
 * Bonuses up to $5000 for recommending successful applicants for positions in the company;
 * 50% payment for professional training, international conferences, and meetings;
 * Corporate discount for English lessons;
 * Health benefits. According to the paychecks, if you are not eligible for corporate medical insurance, the company will compensate you with up to $ 1,000 gross per year per employee. This can be spent on self-purchase of health insurance or on doctor's fees for yourself and close relatives (spouse, children);
 * Workplace organization. The company provides all employees with an equipped workplace and all the necessary equipment (table, armchair, wifi, etc.) in our offices or co-working locations. In the other locations, the company provides reimbursement of workplace costs up to $ 1000 gross once every 3 years, according to the paychecks. This money can be spent on the rent of the co-working room, on equipping the working place at home (desk, chair, Internet, etc.) during those 3 years;
 * Internal gamified gratitude system: receive bonuses from colleagues and exchange them for our merchandise, team building activities, massage certificates, etc.