Lead .NET Engineer

Excella•Arlington, VA

2d•Remote

About The Position

As a Lead Consultant at Excella, you will not only develop high-quality software solutions but also provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members. You will guide project execution, ensuring alignment with client needs while upholding best practices in software development. Your deep expertise in the .NET ecosystem and ability to communicate effectively within an Agile environment will be crucial to delivering impactful solutions that drive business value.

Requirements

6+ years of experience in software development, with a strong technical foundation in .NET
Expertise in C#, ASP.NET Core, Blazor, and related frameworks for building enterprise applications
Experience with modern frontend technologies such as React, Angular, or Vue.js
Experience with microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS)
Strong knowledge of database design, Entity Framework Core, and SQL/NoSQL databases
Deep understanding of object-oriented programming principles, design patterns, and SOLID principles
Proficiency in Git-based workflows and software development lifecycle management
Experience with automated testing tools such as xUnit , NUnit , Moq , or equivalent
Experience leading teams and mentoring developers in a consulting or technical environment
Proficiency in assigning tasks for team, distributing work responsibilities according to team member strengths
Experience serving as a leader for task execution and troubleshooting efforts in support of projects
Strong knowledge of RESTful API design and implementation
Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Understanding of trunk-based development practices such as using feature flags
Knowledge in instrumenting an application for observability
Experience with DevOps and Continuous Delivery tools like Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions
Familiarity using GenAI productivity tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and GitHub Copilot
Knowledge of DORA principles and processes
Experience in monitoring, logging, and observability
Understanding of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and implementing accessible applications
Experience with event-driven architectures and message brokers (e.g., Azure Service Bus, RabbitMQ)

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of software solutions for commercial and government clients using modern .NET technologies
Provide mentorship and technical guidance, fostering professional growth within the team
Collaborate closely with clients and stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives
Architect scalable, maintainable, and secure applications using .NET Core/NET 6+ and related frameworks
Ensure best practices in coding, architecture, and Agile methodologies are followed
Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain high code quality
Drive technical decision-making and approach complex problem-solving with innovative solutions
Advocate for the adoption of emerging technologies to enhance project outcomes
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across teams and projects

Benefits

Top of industry medical, dental, and vision benefits with multiple options to choose from
Employer-contributed health savings account
Infertility coverage
Orthodontia coverage
8 weeks of Parental Leave
Discounted pet insurance
Care.com membership with 3 back-up emergency child or elder care days annually
Bonus eligible
15 days of paid vacation
6 federal holidays
4 floating holidays
TechEleX program for technology needs (Mac or PC devices)
Annual Internet Reimbursement benefit ($25 per month)
3 days of paid professional development every year
Allowance for registration fees to attend classes, conferences, or obtain professional certifications
Employee wellness events
HeadSpace membership
Access to TalkSpace
Mental health coverage through medical plans