C#.NET Tech Lead (Azure Cloud-Native)

Company Description

Devoteam is a leading consulting firm focused on digital transformation. We help our clients leverage technology to achieve their business goals.

Our longstanding partnerships with leaders like AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft, and ServiceNow amplify our capabilities, allowing us to deliver top-tier expertise and award-winning services. We complement these partnerships with in-depth Cyber, Data & AI, Software development and multi cloud expertise. 

For 30 years, we have always been guiding our customers on the next tech wave. Devoteam has guided organizations through the Internet and cloud. The next revolution? AI.

With 11,000 tech natives working in 25+ countries, we bring you highly skilled IT experts across Europe

At Devoteam, tech is in our DNA, and it’s the people we empower with tech. Now, with responsible AI, we’re ready to unlock a future where technology drives positive change.

Job Description

Devoteam Creative Tech is Devoteam Belgium's specialized department focused on cloud-native software engineering, application modernization, and Artificial Intelligence (including AI-native development and AI-infused applications). 

Mission

• Lead the architecture and development of scalable, cloud-native backend solutions using C# and the latest .NET ecosystems (.NET Core, ASP.NET Core).

• Design and implement cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure, utilizing serverless components, microservices, and containerization (Azure Functions, Kubernetes/AKS, Azure Container Apps).

• Mentor and guide the development team, creating a culture of technical excellence, conducting code reviews, and ensuring adherence to best practices (SOLID, DRY, Clean Architecture).

• Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into robust technical specifications and roadmaps.

• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC), including CI/CD pipeline automation (Azure DevOps/GitHub Actions) to ensure smooth and reliable deployments.

• Ensure application security and compliance by implementing identity management (Azure AD/Entra ID) and secure coding standards from the ground up.

• Evaluate and select technical tools and frameworks to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge in cloud engineering.

Qualifications

Profile

• Proven leadership capabilities with experience mentoring junior to senior developers and making high-level architectural decisions.

• Expert-level problem-solving skills with a strong focus on system performance, reliability, and cost-optimization in a cloud environment.

• Deep understanding of software design patterns, including Domain-Driven Design (DDD), CQRS, Event-Driven Architecture, and Microservices.

• Strong communication skills, capable of explaining complex architectural concepts to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.

• Agile mindset, with extensive experience in Scrum or Kanban environments and a pragmatic approach to project delivery.

• Commitment to continuous learning, actively staying updated with the Microsoft roadmap, cloud innovations, and emerging tech trends.

• Fluency in Dutch or French and good command of English.

Technical Requirements

• Mastery of C# and the .NET framework (.NET 10+ and ASP.NET Core).

• Extensive experience with Azure Cloud Services, including App Services, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Service Bus, and Key Vault.

• Proficiency in building RESTful APIs and gRPC services, with a focus on security (OAuth2, OIDC) and performance.

• Strong knowledge of ORM technologies such as Entity Framework Core and Dapper.

• Experience with Containerization and Orchestration, specifically Docker and Kubernetes (AKS).

• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.

• (Optional/Strong Plus) Experience with AI-Assisted Software Engineering such as Coding Assistant (GitHub Copilot, Gemini Code Assist, or Claude Code Assist), Agentic Platforms (AntiGravity, Cursor, Kiro), or Agentic Frameworks

• (Optional/Plus) Front-end competency in Blazor (or any Javascript/Typescript framework like React, Angular or Vue) for full-stack contribution or internal tooling.

Additional Information

Why choose us?

1. Cutting-edge Technology: Embrace the latest advancements in IT and digital technologies as we constantly innovate to stay ahead of the competition. Our commitment to adopting state-of-the-art tools and methodologies ensures that you'll work on projects at the forefront of the industry.
2. Entrepreneur mindset: We value our people over processes. You will develop and grow in an agile and ambitious company where it’s okay to take risks, make mistakes and change plans to find transformative solutions. At the same time, you will learn from the best, building relationships and skills that will last your entire career.
3. Endless Learning Opportunities: We value personal and professional growth. Through workshops, conferences, and certifications, we offer the resources needed to expand your skill set and reach new heights in your career.
4. Connect with amazing people: You will become part of a network of +10,000 Devoteamers spread over 20 countries.
5. Collaborative Culture: Teamwork is at the heart of our organisation. You'll be working side by side with a diverse group of IT experts who share your passion for excellence and will inspire you to think outside the box.
6. Impactful Projects: Tackle real-world challenges that matter! From revolutionising business processes to developing innovative solutions, you'll have the chance to make a genuine and positive impact on our clients and the community.
7. Work-Life Balance: We believe in a healthy work-life balance, ensuring that you have time to unwind, pursue your hobbies, and spend quality time with loved ones.
8. Inspiring and eco-friendly workplace: We just moved to an amazing new building. We believe an inspiring workspace fuels creativity and fosters a positive work culture, allowing our employees to reach their full potential. The Wings building is also designed with eco-friendly features and energy-efficient systems. By reducing our ecological footprint, we are contributing to a greener future and aligning our business practices with our environmental values. The building is also very easily accessible by public transportation. 
9. Competitive package: We offer a competitive salary package with additional benefits like a company car, smartphone, medical insurance, pension plan, net allowance, laptop, meal vouchers, etc. We review our salary grid twice a year to ensure we are in line with the market.

At Devoteam, we combine strong values – respect, frankness, ambition, entrepreneurship & collaboration - with a fun environment that empowers you to innovate and succeed.

>>> Does all this sound compelling to you? Go for it and click that apply button!