The Staples technology team is seeking a motivated and talented Junior Software Developer to join our backend development team. We are looking for someone passionate about building robust, scalable backend systems and microservices. This role focuses exclusively on server-side development using .NET and C# technologies. You will work in a collaborative environment where you can grow your skills while contributing to mission-critical applications that serve our customers.
Bachelor's degree or diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
Relevant coding bootcamp certification or equivalent practical experience.
Microsoft certifications (Azure Fundamentals, C# certifications) are a plus.
Strong foundational knowledge of C# and .NET framework (.NET 8+).
Understanding various design patterns and best practices.
Good knowledge of microservices architecture concepts, Cloud Native services, Containerized Architecture.
Expertise in RESTful API design and development.
Database knowledge (SQL Server preferred, but open to other RDBMS).
Familar understanding of Azure cloud services such as EventHub, Table Storage, Blob Storage.
Experience with version control systems (Git).
Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodology.
Experience with Azure services (App Service, Azure Functions, Service Bus, Azure SQL).
Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Familiarity with message queues and event-driven architecture.
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices (Azure DevOps).
Experience with Entity Framework Core or other ORM tools.
Knowledge of design patterns and software architecture principles.
Experience with automated testing frameworks (xUnit, NUnit).
Understanding of authentication and authorization (OAuth, JWT).
Knowledge of caching strategies (Redis, Azure Cache).
5+ years of professional software development experience.
5+ years of experience with .NET Core/.NET 8+ and C# development.
Basic experience with SQL databases and writing queries.
Exposure to cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure.
Understanding of web service development and API integration.
Experience with development tools like Visual Studio or VS Code.
Familiarity with agile development methodologies is a plus.
