Intermediate Backend (Full Stack) Software Engineer, Cape Town

Our client, a leading company private equity firm, is seeking an Intermediate Backend Developer. 

You will design, build, and maintain scalable .NET Web APIs and SQL Server–based solutions that power our applications, while collaborating closely with frontend engineers working on Vue.js user interfaces.

This hands-on role involves building and maintaining robust .NET Core and .NET Framework services, contributing to ETL pipelines and reporting processes, and delivering high-quality backend solutions within established architectural patterns.

While this role is primarily backend-focused, you will be encouraged and supported to expand your exposure to frontend technologies and broader system design over time, with a clear progression path toward becoming a well-rounded Full Stack Engineer.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who learns quickly, respects proven conventions, and contributes positively to the team through thoughtful problem-solving and clean, maintainable code.

Minimum Requirements:

· Minimum 6+ years of professional software development experience

· Strong hands-on experience in .NET (C#) Core and building RESTful Web APIs

· Solid experience with Microsoft SQL Server, including query optimisation

· Familiarity with Git workflows and CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or similar)

· Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts, design decisions, and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

· Strong problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ownership mindset

Key Responsibilities:

· Design, develop, and maintain RESTful Web APIs using .NET (C#); support legacy .NET Framework services

· Implement and optimize SQL Server schemas, queries, and stored procedures

· Apply SOLID principles and clean architecture practices

· Contribute to CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or similar)

· Write unit and integration tests (xUnit/NUnit)

· Participate in code reviews and uphold coding standards

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams across distributed offices

· Communicate progress, risks, and dependencies proactively

Education & Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering or related field, or equivalent practical experience

· Demonstrated track record of delivering software features end-to-end and collaborating effectively across the full stack

Nice to Have:

· Familiarity with maintaining and supporting legacy .NET Framework applications

· Exposure to Vue.js or other modern front-end frameworks

· Exposure to front-end development practices and component-based architecture

· Experience working in financial or investment domain