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# Backend Developer - .NET & ASP.NET Core

- **Company:** Pauwels Consulting
- **Location:** Gent, Belgium
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Agile Methodology, Unit Testing, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software Quality, Data Validation, Relational Databases, DevOps, Elasticsearch, Entity Framework, JSON, Microsoft SQL Server, Open Web Application Security, Software Engineering, Openapi, Backend, Git, Vue.js, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Front End Software Development, Data Delivery, Restful APIs, Api Management, Docker
- **Published:** November 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://europa.eu/eures/portal/jv-se/jv-details/MThhZmNlOWUtYjJkZi00ZmFhLWJmNzUtMjM4YTk2OGEwMDI4IDM?lang=en

## About the Role

* 3+ years of experience in backend development using C#, .NET, and ASP.NET Core.
 * 3+ years of experience in designing, developing, and consuming REST APIs.
 * Experience with Entity Framework Core and relational databases such as MSSQL.
 * Practical knowledge of testing and quality through unit testing and integration testing.
 * Solid experience with version control using Git.
 * In-depth understanding of modular architecture and the separation between shared and domain-specific code.
 * Knowledge of security principles including OWASP guidelines and input validation.
 * Experience working with Agile methodologies.
 * You're able to independently analyze technical problems and provide maintainable solutions.
 * You are native in Dutch.

Nice to Haves

 * Experience with Elasticsearch and Elastic APM for tracing and monitoring.
 * Knowledge of background processing and task scheduling using Hangfire.
 * Familiarity with DevOps and containerization tools such as GitLab CI/CD, Docker, and Kubernetes.
 * Basic knowledge of Vue.js to facilitate collaboration with frontend teams.

## Description

* Develop and maintain backend functionalities using C# and ASP.NET Core within a modular architecture.
 * Design, build, and maintain REST APIs and ensure consistent data delivery via JSON.
 * Manage data models and processing using Entity Framework Core and MSSQL.
 * Write and maintain unit and integration tests to ensure software quality and stability.
 * Collaborate with frontend developers on API contracts, data validation, and error handling.
 * Implement secure software development practices based on OWASP guidelines.
 * Document technical choices, code, and API specifications for long-term maintainability.