.NET Developer with Kafka experience -Need only locals

Position: .NET Developer {4 Roles}

Location: Westchester, IL

Duration: 12 Months

look for candidate with Kafka experience. Candidate with Kafka will have an edge 

We are seeking 4 skilled .NET Developers with strong experience in Microsoft Azure integration services to design, develop, and maintain scalable, cloud-based applications. The ideal candidate will have expertise in .NET technologies and hands-on experience implementing integrations using Azure services, APIs, and messaging systems.

Candidates must be local and willing to work in a hybrid model)

High level JD:

• 5–8+ years of experience in .NET development with experience in Azure & event driven architecture using Kafka.
• Strong experience with C#, MVC.NET,  .Net Core, Web API, jQuery , Type Script
• Hands-on experience with Azure cloud services and integrations
• Experience with REST APIs, JSON, and microservices architecture.
• Experience with SQL Server & Entity Framework
• Experience with Azure Integration Services (Logic Apps, Function Apps, Service Bus, API Management).
• Experience with Service Bus (must have)
• Experience with Kafka is highly preferred 
• Experience with event-driven systems and message queues.
• Experience with building and managing secure, scalable integrations between cloud and on-prem systems.
• Strong analytical skills & able to monitor and troubleshoot applications using Application logs, Application Insights etc.
• Good Team player & able to work independently
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning.
• Knowledge of containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes) (Nice to have) 

Key Responsibilities

Application Development

• Design, develop, and maintain applications using .NET / .NET Core / ASP.NET Core.
• Write clean, scalable, and high-performance code following best practices.
• Develop RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.

Azure Integration

• Design and implement integrations using Azure Integration Services, including:
• Azure Logic Apps
• Azure Functions
• Azure Service Bus
• Azure Event Grid
• Azure API Management
• Build and manage secure, scalable integrations between cloud and on-prem systems.
• Develop and maintain messaging and event-driven architectures.

System Integration & APIs

• Integrate third-party systems, enterprise applications, and internal services.
• Implement API-first design principles and manage API lifecycle.
• Ensure secure authentication and authorization (OAuth, Azure AD, JWT).

Cloud & DevOps

• Deploy and manage applications in Azure using services such as:
• Azure App Services
• Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) (nice to have)
• Azure Storage
• Implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps / GitHub Actions.
• Monitor and troubleshoot applications using Azure Monitor, Application Insights.

Database & Data Handling

• Work with relational and non-relational databases (SQL Server, Cosmos DB).
• Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and data flows.

Testing & Debugging

• Perform unit testing, integration testing, and debugging.
• Ensure code quality through code reviews and automated testing.

Collaboration

• Work closely with architects, business analysts, and product managers.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning.

Required Qualifications

• 7–8+ years of experience in .NET development.
• Strong experience with C#, ASP.NET Core, Web API.
• Hands-on experience with Azure cloud services and integrations.
• Experience with REST APIs, JSON, and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in SQL Server and database design.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Azure Integration Services (Logic Apps, Service Bus, API Management).
• Knowledge of containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with event-driven systems and message queues.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (ARM templates, Terraform).
• Certifications such as:
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect

Key Skills

• C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET Core
• Azure Integration Services
• API development and integration
• Cloud architecture and deployment
• Microservices and distributed systems
• DevOps and CI/CD