Senior .NET/Azure Systems Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee and provide support for a Microsoft .NET/C# web application that is hosted on Microsoft Azure.

• Identify and resolve issues related to the application, database, integration, performance, and user interactions.

• Create, develop, test, and implement approved enhancements to the application.

• Manage SQL Server databases, queries, data integrations, and web services/APIs, including JSON and XML interfaces.

• Assist with Azure application hosting, including software and security updates, backups, disaster recovery, availability, and configuration adjustments.

• Conduct functional testing and validation prior to deploying any changes.

• Offer user support, addressing issues related to application functionality, accounts, and access.

• Update and maintain user manuals, technical documentation, operational procedures, and end-user instructions.

• Facilitate data maintenance, governance, integration, migration, and reporting tasks.

• Compile monthly status reports in the required formats.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred; equivalent relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.

• A minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience in software development, systems engineering, application development/support, or a closely related area.

• Proven senior-level experience in developing and maintaining enterprise web applications within production settings.

• Proficient development skills in Microsoft .NET and C#.

• Extensive experience with Microsoft SQL Server and relational database technologies.

• Familiarity with JavaScript and related web application technologies.

• Practical experience in supporting applications hosted on Microsoft Azure.

• Experience in developing or maintaining web services/APIs and handling JSON/XML.

• Skilled in troubleshooting production applications and independently resolving software, data, integration, and user-related issues.

• Background in software testing, validation, deployment, and technical documentation.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with both technical and business stakeholders.

• Capacity to work independently in a remote setting while effectively managing a part-time workload of up to 75 hours per month.

• Must be a U.S. citizen or otherwise legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Must successfully complete any required background investigation, security screening, or suitability determination for access to USPTO systems and information.

• Must adhere to all applicable USPTO information security, confidentiality, data-handling, and access-control policies, including signing necessary nondisclosure or confidentiality agreements.

• Previous experience supporting USPTO or other federal government applications is preferred.

• Knowledge of USPTO SDLC, application security, cloud, or development requirements is advantageous.

• Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud migration or application modernization is a plus.

• Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft 365 technologies is beneficial.

🏝️ Benefits

• Retirement plans that include company contributions.

• A vibrant and collaborative work environment where your contributions are appreciated.