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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Backend Developer - **Company:** Waracle - **Location:** Dundee, UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), SQL Databases, Strategies of Testing, Software Security, Backend, Solid Principles, Event Sourcing, Docker - **Published:** June 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=040f9f7d8fa4bd83 ## About the Role Do you have experience in SQL?, * A proven track record of contributing to the delivery of complex digital products. * Deep, practical experience working with .NET C#. * Familiarity or experience with modern cloud tools and patterns, such as Azure, Durable Functions, Event sourcing, SQL, and Docker. * A strong understanding of SOLID principles, maintainability, and industry-standard security practices. * A supportive, encouraging communication style with a passion for mentoring team members and providing uplifting, constructive feedback. ## Description * Architectural Delivery: Collaborating to design and deliver robust end-to-end backend subsystems, ensuring code is modular, maintainable, and built to scale. * Quality & Security: Championing high standards through constructive peer reviews, establishing defensive application security measures, and guiding thoughtful testing strategies across unit and service levels. * Consulting & Communication: Translating complex technical choices into clear, accessible language for clients and stakeholders, building strong, trusting relationships. * Mentorship & Practice Growth: Nurturing the growth of junior colleagues through encouraging feedback, while contributing fresh industry ideas to Waracle's collective knowledge base. * Delivery Accountability: Balancing speed and quality thoughtfully to ensure the successful, sustainable delivery of features., We believe in supporting our team, inside and outside of work. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect: * Rest & Recharge: You'll receive 27 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, totaling 35 days of holiday to unwind and pursue your passions. * Financial Future & Security: Plan for retirement with our company-matched 5% pension contribution. For added peace of mind, we also offer a Death in Service benefit, providing 2 x your annual salary for your loved ones. * Health & Wellness: Our Medicash Health Cash Plans help cover everyday healthcare costs, complemented by an Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support, and Group Sickness Cover for peace of mind. * Flexible Working: We champion hybrid working, providing a home office setup budget to ensure you're comfortable and productive wherever you are. * Learning & Development: Invest in yourself with access to Udemy Business and a dedicated learning and development budget for continuous growth. * Lifestyle Perks: Make the most of our Cycle to Work Scheme, and enjoy exclusive gym and retail discounts. * Family First: Our enhanced parental leave policies include support for fertility journeys, recognising diverse family needs. * Community & Connection: We foster a vibrant culture with regular fun meet-ups and lunch on us in the office once a month. You'll also have the opportunity to make a local impact through Spirit of Waracle, our initiative for getting involved in charitable causes locally, building strong team bonds and giving back. ## Related Videos - [Azure-Well Architected Framework - designing mission critical workloads in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1529-azure-well-architected-framework-designing-mission-critical-workloads-in-practice) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [The 7 Most Popular Backend Frameworks for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/403-the-7-most-popular-backend-frameworks-for-developers) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Frontend Developer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/233-frontend-developer-salary-in-the-uk)