DECAL Senior Full-Stack .NET Developer/Technical Lead

Skill

Required / Desired

Amount

of Experience

Java, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, and SQL.

Required

5

Years

Demonstrated expertise in tuning and maintaining MS SQL Server, including stored procedures and T-SQL.

Required

5

Years

Managing software projects using Agile (Scrum/Kanban) and/or Waterfall methodologies.

Required

5

Years

Knowledge Agile development practices and Azure-based projects.

Required

3

Years

Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, GitHub), CI/CD pipelines, Team Foundation Server (TFS),

Required

3

Years

The Dept. of Early Care & Learning (DECAL) is looking for an experienced .NET Developer to lead the development of scalable, cloud-based applications using .NET (including .NET 8). This role involves guiding cross-functional teams, ensuring secure and efficient solutions, and contributing to architectural decisions. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of full-stack development experience, strong knowledge of cloud platforms, authentication protocols (OIDC/SAML), and Agile methodologies. Experience with AI, Salesforce, and middleware tools are preferred.

Work Location & Attendance Requirements:
• Must be physically located in Georgia
• On-site: Tuesday to Thursday, per manager's discretion
• Mandatory in-person meetings:

o All Hands

o Enterprise Applications

o On-site meetings

o DECAL All Staff

Key Responsibilities
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Strong background in data-driven applications, microservices, and API-first architectures.
• Exposure to UX/UI best practices and user-centered design principles.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, web-based applications using .NET (including .NET 8) and modern frameworks.
• Lead development efforts, provide technical direction to .NET developers, and serve as the escalation point for issues.
• Participate in architecture discussions, design/code reviews, and ensure adherence to security requirements.
• Manage cross-location development teams and coordinate closely with Product, UX/UI, QA, DevOps, and Engineering.
• Drive agile ceremonies including stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and release coordination.
• Communicate project status and key metrics through reports and dashboards to stakeholders.
• Modernize legacy applications and develop reusable components, methods, and best practices.
• Evaluate technical approaches, identify risks, and propose mitigation strategies.
• Experience with Salesforce, Apex, LWC, and knowledge of data integrations, APIs, security protocols, and handling PII is a plus.

Required Qualifications
• 5+ years of professional software development experience in languages such as Java, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, and SQL.
• Demonstrated expertise in tuning and maintaining MS SQL Server, including stored procedures and T-SQL.
• 5+ years managing software projects using Agile (Scrum/Kanban) and/or Waterfall methodologies.
• 3+ years working with Agile development practices and Azure-based projects.
• Hands-on experience with project tracking tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, ServiceNow, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, GitHub), CI/CD pipelines, Team Foundation Server (TFS),
• Exposure to AI technologies, including integration of AI-driven features or services in applications.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with middleware tools such as Boomi, MuleSoft, or equivalent.
• Experience with Salesforce development (e.g., Apex, Lightning Web Components).
• Background working with sensitive data, including PII, and implementing security protocols.
• Exposure to modernizing legacy systems using .NET 8 and cloud-based technologies.

Education:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Core Competencies & Soft Skills
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written skills; able to distill complex technical topics for non-technical audiences.
• Leadership & Influence: Inspires trust across teams; skilled at negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving abilities; data-driven decision making.
• Adaptability: Thrives in fast-paced environments; quickly pivots when requirements change.
• Organizational Excellence: Detail-oriented with a track record of delivering high-quality results on tight schedules.